Vision
To fortify our position as the repository for all incidental and geoscientific data pertaining to Guyana’s mineral resources (including petroleum), mining and development experiences: to utilize all enablers, disseminate same as “best-in-class” service to the public, targeting the mining (and petroleum) sector (s); relevant stakeholders and legitimate investors; while giving high regard to employees’ welfare and their development.
Mission Statement
To promote; facilitate, monitor and regulate for sustainable utilization of Guyana’s minerals’ resources (including petroleum). To provide effective stewardship of Guyana’s minerals resources (including petroleum) through the deployment of competent human resources employing innovative tools and methods, research and analysis. To collaborate with relevant stakeholders in an enabling environment for optimum, mutually beneficial outcomes.
Core Values
- Integrity
- Commitment to excellence
- Accountability
- Effectiveness
- Teamwork
- Fairness
Strategic Goals
Human Capital Development
To recruit, develop and retain talent through the provision of professional learning and growth opportunities throughout the Commission.
Good Finical Health
To substantially increase the annual revenue of the Commission from the last 5-years average, control cost without comprising on quality.
Effective Policy and Regulations
Ensure that the mining sector is in compliance with every mining legislation, anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism and proliferation financing legislation, standards and guidelines; and that Policies supporting the development of the sector and livelihoods impacted, are in place.
Improved Efficiency and Services
Populate with the rightly skilled people, and establish processes, technology and infrastructure to enhance the Commission’s productivity and reduce operational costs
Mineral Resource Inventory, Development, and Promotion
Optimal and sustainable utilization of traditional and non-traditional mineral resources in support of Guyana’s economic growth and development
Technology and Innovation
Innovative and Productive Usage of Technology, Research and Development to modernize and transform GGMC and the mineral sector into a knowledge-based, eco-friendly, strategic driver to the national economy
Environmental Security and Sustainability
Promote sound Environmental Management in Guyana’s Extractive Sector while ensuring the protection of people and the environment