Erkan Yildiz

I am an enthusiastic communication and social sustainability professional with more than 15-year expertise in the management of projects, teams and external affairs. I possess a strong background in the field of strategic communications for gaining and maintaining social license to operate, conflict prevention and resolution. I have a proven record of accomplishment globally in challenging multi-cultural environments of various industries, including non-profit, mining, and maritime sectors. Being an expert in international standards such as IFC Performance Standards and ICMM 10 Principles, I have extensive experience in social management and human rights. This covers but not limited to land access and resettlement management, social baselines, stakeholder mapping and engagement, social risk assessment, and social performance monitoring and evaluation. Gained extensive hands-on experience in designing and implementation of community-driven and participatory development programs, by working with local communities and several partners (e.g. government agencies, universities, NGOs, media etc.) to promote sustainable development. I speak Turkish (native), English (advanced), French (beginner) and Indonesian (beginner).