Introduction

Brunel is seeking a experienced Local Content Advisor to join our global client's team in Mozambique. This vital role involves supporting the development and execution of local content strategies and managing contracting activities to ensure full compliance with company standards and local regulations. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maximising local workforce and supplier participation.

What are you going to do 

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.

Essential skills and knowledge 

- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Law, Marketing, or a related field.- Minimum of 7 years' experience in local content, contract management, supply chain, or related fields, preferably within the energy, oil and gas, infrastructure, or industrial sectors.
- Strong understanding of contracts management and local content programmes.- Proven ability to align local development initiatives with project objectives.
- In-depth knowledge of Mozambican local content legislation, contracting processes, commercial agreements, and supplier management practices is highly desirable.- Experience engaging with contractors, government authorities, NGOs, local communities, financial institutions, and other external stakeholders.
- Excellent organisational, project management, procurement/contracting, and multitasking skills.- Outstanding attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication and relationship-building skills with strong negotiation capabilities.- Proactive, results-driven mindset.
- Excellent written and spoken English.- Willingness and ability to travel regularly to Pemba, Palma, Afungi area, and project sites.

What we offer

Closing: 25 September 2026

Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: CR-298068

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Corporate recruiter

Stephen Hardy

+44 161 885 2130

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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