Vacancy For Contracts Officer at Development Alternatives, Inc (DAI), 30th August, 2018

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Development Alternatives, Inc (DAI) is an international development company. For more than 45 years, we have worked on the frontlines of international development, tackling fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. Currently, DAI is delivering results that matter in some 80 countries. Our development solutions turn ideas into impact by bringing together fresh combinations of expertise and innovation across multiple disciplines. We are recruiting to fill the position below:     Job Title: Contracts Officer Location: Lagos Responsibilities

• Identify contracting issues and client requirements, facilitate pricing discussions, and obtain senior management input on timelines and deliverables.
• Monitor and complete contract close-out, extension or renewal and engage in report updating as appropriate.
• Assure accuracy and appropriateness of contract text and attachments and provide status reports on all consultants’ activities.
• Support the department in procurement and administrative tasks to ensure efficiency, cost savings and best quality of service.
• The Contracts Officer role is to ensure consistent management of all proposals and contracts. This generally includes oversight of the contract management process, as well as development of specific contract negotiations and document management.
• Develop standards for consultancy contracts, including presentation of budget, payment terms and provide support for billing and Invoicing.
• Engage in database management which consists of updating of Consultants bio-data information; storing of
• Consultants CVs; keeping custody of consultants’ contract letters, ToRs and other assignment documents.
• Review contractual performance of both parties to ensure compliance with terms and instil principles of integrity and compliance.

Qualifications, Skills & Competencies

• A minimum of a University degree, a Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Strong verbal and written skills, and ability to convey complex information in a way that others can readily follow.
• Excellent negotiating and persuasive skills, both in one-on-one and group situations.
• Robust skills in Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Contracts officer is key. Prior work experience in a similar role such as Human Resource Administration, purchasing or in a legal capacity would be valuable.
• Experience in applying organizational standards when developing requests for proposals, negotiating terms and drafting contracts.
• Ability to systematically analyse complex problems, draw relevant conclusions and implement appropriate solutions.

    How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's and a one-page suitability statement to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of your email.   Application Deadline 5th September, 2018.   Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

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