A Contact está a recrutar (1) Permitting Officer

A Contact está a recrutar para o seu cliente, empresa que atua no setor de Energia, um (1) Permitting Officer para Maputo.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Admin & Finance Manager, will be responsible for identifying and assessing regulatory requirements for all phases of the Project; maintaining and updating a permitting tracker covering applications, approvals, and compliance status; preparing and submitting permit and license applications to relevant authorities; ensuring compliance with Mozambican legislation and international standards (e.g., IFC Performance Standards, World Bank ESF); supporting the development and implementation of the company’s permitting system; coordinating with internal teams (Legal, Technical, Environmental, Social) to anticipate permitting needs; liaising with consultants and ensuring compliance before contract execution; engaging with government bodies and stakeholders to build strong institutional relationships; representing the company in meetings and forums related to permits and authorizations; reporting permitting risks and potential impacts on project timelines; supporting import licensing and customs clearance processes when required; assisting with visa and work permit procedures for short-term foreign personnel; ensuring clear, consistent communication with all internal and external stakeholders involved in permitting activities.

Requirements:

Degree or equivalent in one or more of the following disciplines: law, admin, procurement or business management;
Minimum of 10 years relevant Project permitting experience (experience in energy sector, particularly renewables highly regarded);
Excellent working knowledge of legislation, permits, licences and regulations in Mozambique;
Ability to interface with project managers and government officials at central, provincial and district levels;
Proven permitting experience in infrastructure or energy projects;
Experience in project planning and coordination;
Proven experience with the Microsoft Suite of tools (Intermediate Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word);
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills;
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills;
High level of integrity and confidentiality;
Excellent English report-writing skills;
Fluent in Portuguese;
Mozambican nationality.