Full-time Permitting Officer
Descrição da Vaga
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.
Processo de candidatura:
Os candidatos interessados devem submeter as candidaturas para o seguinte link: https://apply.workable.com/contact.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: October the 23th of 2025.
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