Supplier Development Advisor

Description

• The Supplier Development Advisor is responsible for designing, executing, and coordinating supplier development programs and supporting Local Content implementation across contractors and internal teams. The role focuses on program design, execution, performance monitoring, reporting, analysis, and stakeholder engagement to ensure effective delivery and success

Duties

• Design and coordinate supplier development readiness programs aligned with project and Local Content requirements
• Assess supplier capabilities, identify gaps, and support targeted development actions to improve readiness
• Work with contractors to facilitate supplier participation, qualification, and utilization
• Support and manage Enterprise Development Center activities to strengthen local supplier capacity
• Coordinate supplier development activities across contractors to ensure consistent implementation
• Support integration of Local Content requirements into contractor planning and execution
• Address practical challenges affecting supplier participation and performance
• Follow up on agreed actions to ensure progress and delivery
• Organize and support supplier programs, workshops, and industry engagement initiatives
• Coordinate and review supplier-related Local Content reporting, data requirements and metrics
• Monitor supplier development and utilization progress and identify successes and gaps
• Maintain structured, accurate, and timely reporting
• Prepare concise reports, dashboards, and Local Content updates for internal and external use
• Establish and lead coordination meetings across supplier development initiatives
• Engage internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders
• Facilitate discussions and ensure alignment on priorities and actions
• Support broader Local Content activities as required
• Participate in external events and prepare clear, accurate summaries for internal stakeholders

Requisites

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prepare clear, structured reports and presentations
• Good working knowledge of data organization and dashboards
• Strong stakeholder engagement and coordination skills
• Ability to plan and organize work in a structured and practical manner
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Excellent written and spoken English and Portuguese
• Degree in Law, Business, Economics, Social Sciences, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Local Content, supplier development, or related roles
• Experience with Mozambican Local Content legislation and government framework
• Experience in supplier development within oil & gas and/or construction sectors
• Demonstrated experience in supplier development programs, contractor management, procurement processes, and supplier capacity development
• Experience organizing supplier events and workshops
• Good commercial understanding
• Requires travel throughout Mozambique, including Pemba, Palma, Afungi, and project sites, as required

Notes

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted