Local Content Advisor

The Local Content Advisor will be based in Maputo and will require travel to Pemba, Palma, Afungi area, and project work sites as needed to support and monitor local content performance. This role serves as a key interface between internal stakeholders, suppliers, contractors, and both internal and external partners. A strong focus will be placed on contracts and contractor management to ensure local content objectives are met throughout the project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities include supporting the development and implementation of local content and contracting strategies aligned with business goals, regulatory requirements, and local participation targets. The advisor will integrate local content requirements into multiple high-value contracts, from tender phase through to contract close-out, negotiating optimal outcomes for local content value and tracking these activities diligently. Monitoring contractor compliance and local content performance through regular reporting is essential.

The role demands building and maintaining robust relationships with stakeholders, leading the development of local content components for regulatory support packages, and facilitating effective communication and collaboration across business units, procurement, legal teams, contractors, suppliers, and regulatory authorities. Additionally, mentoring and on-the-job training of local team members form an important part of this position.