Deputy Manager Contract Management

<h3>Contract Drafting &amp; Review</h3><ul>
<li>Draft, review, and finalize contracts, purchase agreements, framework agreements, SLAs, NDAs, MoUs, etc.</li>
<li>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.</li>
<li>Prepare contract summaries, risk registers, and obligation trackers for senior management review.</li>
</ul><h3>Contract Administration &amp; Lifecycle Management</h3><ul>
<li>Manage end-to-end contract lifecycle including milestone tracking, deliverables, change orders, and variation management.</li>
<li>Monitor contract performance against agreed KPIs, SLAs, and payment schedules; flag deviations for timely resolution.</li>
<li>Maintain a centralized, auditable contract repository with version-controlled documentation.</li>
<li>Coordinate timely contract renewals, extensions, and terminations in accordance with contractual provisions.</li>
</ul><h3>Procurement Support</h3><ul>
<li>Assist in preparation of procurement documents, inter alia, tender documents (RFX) and procurement contracts.</li>
<li>Provide contract specific input during procurement lifecycle where required.</li>
</ul><h3>Claims, Disputes &amp; Risk Management</h3><ul>
<li>Identify, assess, and manage contractual risks throughout the contract lifecycle.</li>
<li>Handle contractor/vendor claims, back charges, penalties, and dispute resolution in line with contract terms and organizational procedures.</li>
<li>Liaise with the Legal team in cases escalated to arbitration, DAB, or litigation.</li>
</ul><h3>Stakeholder Coordination &amp; Reporting</h3><ul>
<li>Serve as the primary point of contact for all contract-related queries from internal departments and external vendors.</li>
<li>Prepare periodic reports on contract status, contract risks, vendor performance, KPIs for VP</li>
<li>Procurement and senior management.</li>
<li>Support internal and external audits by maintaining complete, accurate, and readily accessible contract files.</li>
</ul><h3>Policy &amp; Compliance</h3><ul>
<li>Ensure all contracting activities comply with applicable rules, laws, organizational SOPs, and applicable national regulations.</li>
<li>Support development and periodic review of contract management policies, templates, and standard operating procedures.</li>
<li>Provide guidance and capacity building to junior procurement staff on contract management best practices.</li>
</ul><h2>Requirements</h2><ul>
<li>University degree (16 years education) in Business Management, Procurement, Supply Chain, Contract Management or any related field. Degree in law / master’s degree preferred.</li>
<li>Certification in Contract Management is a plus.</li>
<li>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.</li>
<li>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).</li>
<li>Proven track record of independently handling contract negotiations with vendors, consultants, and contractors, contract risk identification and developing mitigation strategies.</li>
<li>Strong drafting ability for commercial and procurement contracts, LOIs, MoUs, NDAs, SLAs, and procurement correspondence.</li>
<li>Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), able to prepare contract trackers, pivot reports, and dashboards.</li>
<li>Familiarity with FIDIC contract conditions (Red/Yellow/Silver Book) and knowledge of contract close-out procedures, final account settlement, and retention release processes.</li>
</ul><h2>Benefits</h2><ul>
<li>Competitive salary</li>
<li>Fuel Card</li>
<li>Health benefits</li>
<li>Professional development opportunities</li>
<li>Inclusive work culture &amp; much more</li>
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