Sustainable professional development through mentoring at Kounrad

As part of its commitment to fostering professional growth and supporting employee development, in 2023 CAML implemented a mentoring program to leverage the extensive experience of its employees, and nurture skills and knowledge in others.

The programme paired experienced employees with those seeking guidance, offering a structured, personalised approach to development. Covering diverse skills and competencies, the initiative aligned with both individual career goals and CAML’s sustainability objectives.

The programme focused on three primary goals.

• Knowledge transfer: facilitating the sharing of industry-specific knowledge and organisational practices from experienced employees to mentees.
• Skill enhancement: providing opportunities for mentees to develop their skills and align them with their roles and responsibilities.
• Career development: assisting mentees in setting and reaching career goals to support their professional growth within the Group.

Employee Spotlight

Abay Khusmoldinov joined CAML in 2023 and, recognising the importance of continuous learning and skill development, he was enrolled in our mentoring programme. Abay benefitted from the mentoring programme in several ways:

In 2023, Abay Khusmoldinov joined CAML and, recognising the importance of ongoing learning and skill development, enrolled in the mentoring program. Abay benefited in several ways.

• The programme deepened his understanding of the industry, company values, and related challenges and opportunities, enabling him to handle complex scenarios more effectively.
• With his existing mining industry background, the programme helped Abay refine his skills and adapt them to current industry trends and CAML’s specific needs.
• Engaging with a mentor provided valuable networking opportunities within the company, fostering cross-functional understanding and collaboration.

By investing in the professional development of Abay and other employees, CAML supported its sustainability and strategic goals through.

• Employee retention: supporting continuous learning and career growth has enhanced employee satisfaction and retention.
• Knowledge preservation: the programme preserved institutional knowledge by passing down skills and expertise to newer generations.
• Enhanced productivity: a skilled workforce has positively impacted CAML’s productivity and efficiency.

Abay’s journey illustrates the benefits of investing in sustainable employee development. As CAML continues prioritising mentoring, it anticipates a ripple effect of enhanced skills, increased job satisfaction and a more adaptable workforce, all contributing to long-term success.

UN SDG

We prioritise local employment in regions where opportunities are sparse and are committed to providing support to the communities close to our operations, where it is needed. Through the transparent payment of taxes, we support economic development in our countries of operation.

We provide professional development, vocational training and retraining courses to our employees and contribute to broader education through the provision of community training programmes, scholarships and investment and support for local schools.