Senior Officer, Contracts

Role Overview

Senior Officer, Contracts at ADNOC, providing expert advice and guidance on contractual matters, negotiating and finalizing contracts with suppliers and contractors, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures.

Role Purpose

Provide expert advice and guidance on contractual matters, negotiate and finalize contracts with suppliers and contractors, and ensure compliance with the procurement policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Management

• Review and evaluate tender documents, bids, proposals, and quotations for technical and commercial compliance.
• Support negotiation and finalization of contracts with suppliers and contractors, ensuring that terms and conditions align with procurement objectives and standards.
• Support the contract administrator to monitor and manage the performance of contracted parties, ensuring deliverables are met according to contract specifications and schedules.
• Identify and resolve contractual issues, disputes, or claims, and escalate them as appropriate.

Contract Development

• Develop and update contract templates, forms, and procedures in accordance with procurement policies and best practices.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers and contractors and establish long-term relationships.
• Provide input and feedback on procurement strategy, plan, and budget, and ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, such as the Purchasing Section, Legal Department, and Audit Department, to ensure smooth and efficient contract processes.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on contractual matters and conduct training and awareness sessions for staff and contracted parties.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Law, or a related field.
• 6 years of experience in contract management.
• Good knowledge of contract principles, practices, and processes, and applicable laws and regulations.

Skills & Competencies

• Good negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, and ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, and ability to handle complex and challenging contractual situations.
• Good organizational, planning, and time management skills, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Good computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and contract management software.
• Good written and spoken English, and preferably Arabic.

Additional Information

• Budget authority: As per approved financial budget.
• Direct reports: As per organization chart.
• Indirect reports: As per organization chart.