Contracts Officer

Key accountabilities

• Contributes to the development and implementation of contact management plans by sourcing documents and established contracts, as well as monitoring performance and addressing non-performance, to achieve the required contract outcomes.
• Administer contracts in accordance with approved Contract Management Plans and procedures and update contract details to maintain the integrity of contract information.
• Participate in desk-top and on-site audits and report findings to activate necessary Contract Performance Management actions in accordance with approved Contract Management Plans and procedures.
• Interpret and explain contract requirements, and terms and conditions to stakeholder to support compliance with statutory and policy requirements and inform decision-making.
• Establish and maintain stakeholder and supplier relationships to identify and minimize risk and maximise the value from the contract.
• Proactively identify and manage contract risks to meet organisational obligations and achieve the planned outcomes of the contract.

Key challenges

• Explaining contract requirements, terms and conditions and the need for compliance in a meaningful way to stakeholders, given the complexity of contracts and the diverse needs of stakeholders
• Applying required administrative processes effectively monitoring contract performance against agreed terms, given the high volume of contracts being administered

Key knowledge and experience

1. Experience in contract administration.
2. Experience in managing procurement risks.
3. Experience in State or Local Government NSW

 
If you are interested in this role, please apply now or contact Andrew.murphy@Chandlermacleod.com


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