Contract Management Officer

DEGREE REQUIREMENT: A Bachelor's Degree major in Law, Master's degree or lawyer certificate is a strong plus.
REPORTS TO: Contract Director, Contract Manager

POSITION SUMMARY
The Contract and Procurement Officer prepares, reviews, interprets and enforces company contracts associated with project construction, operations, maintenance, support services, product delivery and supply as pertaining to company subcontractors, agents, shareholders, lenders and relevant government bodies.
This generally includes supporting the contract management process, as well as development of specific standards for bidding and submission, contract negotiations and document management.
This position reports closely to the Contract Manager in dealing with requirements and from local government bodies.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties and responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to the following:
• Implements contract execution, management and internal coordination to exercise right and perform obligation in the following contracts and documents including BOT Contract, Power Purchase Agreement, Government Guarantee, Land Lease Contract, Non-disclosure Agreements, Purchasing
Agreements, Sub-contracts, Consulting Agreements, Licensing Agreements, Master Agreements etc.
• Implements and ensures compliance of contract procedures, methods, operating practices and functional performance standards to facilitate effective implementation to meet business objectives and for compliance with the company, shareholders, lenders and government regulations
• Follows up with contractual rights, risks, and obligations; establishes critical contract terms and provides directions for interpretation and application of conditions, remedies, indemnities, liabilities, and terms
• Responds to inquiries regarding contract obligations and revisions. Provides continual review to ensure that all terms & conditions are met internal compliance
• Plans and engages with Manager to understand contract specifications and with suppliers to develop a profile of delivery capability
• Works closely with the legal counsel to effectively assist the Director and Manager on important legal matters
• Liaises with Finance and Accounting team to ensure fiscal accountability and compliance is maintained, accurate and timely payment of vendor invoices in accordance with contract terms
• Maintains accurate auditable records of all procurement process which result in high process compliance
• Develops and manages internal contract compliance systems. Monitors and reports on vendor performance. Maintain vendor performance database
• Interfaces with various governmental bodies on related project issues and provide guidance, advice and action on such matters to the department Director and Manager for prompt actions
• Performs market research and assist staff in locating/obtaining qualified vendors
• Develops and implements policies and procedures for minimizing independent contractor liability and tax risks.
• Other duties as assigned.