Contract Drafting & Review
- Draft, review, and finalize contracts, purchase agreements, framework agreements, SLAs, NDAs, MoUs, etc.
- Ensure all contract terms are commercially sound, legally compliant, and aligned with organizational policies, risk appetite, PPRA framework and other applicable rules, laws and policies.
- Prepare contract summaries, risk registers, and obligation trackers for senior management review.
Contract Administration & Lifecycle Management
- Manage end-to-end contract lifecycle including milestone tracking, deliverables, change orders, and variation management.
- Monitor contract performance against agreed KPIs, SLAs, and payment schedules; flag deviations for timely resolution.
- Maintain a centralized, auditable contract repository with version-controlled documentation.
- Coordinate timely contract renewals, extensions, and terminations in accordance with contractual provisions.
Procurement Support
- Assist in preparation of procurement documents, inter alia, tender documents (RFX) and procurement contracts.
- Provide contract specific input during procurement lifecycle where required.
Claims, Disputes & Risk Management
- Identify, assess, and manage contractual risks throughout the contract lifecycle.
- Handle contractor/vendor claims, back charges, penalties, and dispute resolution in line with contract terms and organizational procedures.
- Liaise with the Legal team in cases escalated to arbitration, DAB, or litigation.
Stakeholder Coordination & Reporting
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all contract-related queries from internal departments and external vendors.
- Prepare periodic reports on contract status, contract risks, vendor performance, KPIs for VP
- Procurement and senior management.
- Support internal and external audits by maintaining complete, accurate, and readily accessible contract files.
Policy & Compliance
- Ensure all contracting activities comply with applicable rules, laws, organizational SOPs, and applicable national regulations.
- Support development and periodic review of contract management policies, templates, and standard operating procedures.
- Provide guidance and capacity building to junior procurement staff on contract management best practices.
Requirements
- University degree (16 years education) in Business Management, Procurement, Supply Chain, Contract Management or any related field. Degree in law / master’s degree preferred.
- Certification in Contract Management is a plus.
- 6 to 7 years of progressive experience in contract management of which at least 3 years should preferably be in a public sector or state-owned enterprise environment. Proven track record in high-value tendering, contract management is desired.
- Working knowledge of PPRA Framework (Federal or Provincial), Contract Act 1872, general principles of administrative law applicable to SOEs and demonstrated hands-on experience of managing contracts across multiple categories (civil works, IT/technology, professional services, goods/supplies, consultancy services).
- Proven track record of independently handling contract negotiations with vendors, consultants, and contractors, contract risk identification and developing mitigation strategies.
- Strong drafting ability for commercial and procurement contracts, LOIs, MoUs, NDAs, SLAs, and procurement correspondence.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), able to prepare contract trackers, pivot reports, and dashboards.
- Familiarity with FIDIC contract conditions (Red/Yellow/Silver Book) and knowledge of contract close-out procedures, final account settlement, and retention release processes.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Fuel Card
- Health benefits
- Professional development opportunities
- Inclusive work culture & much more