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Pakistan Single Window

Unified digital platform for import/export clearance

Deputy Manager Contract Management

Contract ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeKarachi, Karachi City, Sindh, PakistanIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A university degree (16 years of education) in Business Management, Procurement, Supply Chain, Contract Management, or a related field is required.
  • A degree in law or a master's degree is preferred.
  • Certification in Contract Management is a plus.
  • Six to seven years of progressive experience in contract management is required; at least three years in a public-sector or state-owned-enterprise environment is preferred.
  • A proven track record in high-value tendering and contract management is desired.
  • Working knowledge of the Federal or Provincial PPRA Framework, the Contract Act 1872, and general principles of administrative law applicable to state-owned enterprises is required.
  • Hands-on experience managing contracts across civil works, information technology and technology, professional services, goods and supplies, and consultancy services is required.
  • Experience independently handling contract negotiations with vendors, consultants, and contractors, identifying contract risks, and developing mitigation strategies is required.
  • Strong drafting ability for commercial and procurement contracts, letters of intent, memoranda of understanding, non-disclosure agreements, service-level agreements, and procurement correspondence is required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is required, as is the ability to prepare contract trackers, pivot reports, and dashboards.
  • Familiarity with FIDIC contract conditions (Red, Yellow, and Silver Books) and knowledge of contract close-out procedures, final account settlement, and retention release processes are required.

Responsibilities

  • Draft, review, and finalize contracts, purchase agreements, framework agreements, service-level agreements, non-disclosure agreements, memoranda of understanding, and related documents.
  • Ensure contract terms are commercially sound, legally compliant, and aligned with organizational policies, risk appetite, the PPRA framework, and applicable rules and laws.
  • Prepare contract summaries, risk registers, and obligation trackers for senior management review.
  • Manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including milestone tracking, deliverables, change orders, and variation management.
  • Monitor contract performance against agreed key performance indicators, service-level agreements, and payment schedules, and flag deviations for timely resolution.
  • Maintain a centralized, auditable contract repository with version-controlled documentation.
  • Coordinate timely contract renewals, extensions, and terminations in accordance with contractual provisions.
  • Assist in preparing procurement documents, including tender documents (RFX) and procurement contracts.
  • Provide contract-specific input during the procurement lifecycle where required.
  • Identify, assess, and manage contractual risks throughout the contract lifecycle.
  • Handle contractor and vendor claims, back charges, penalties, and dispute resolution in line with contract terms and organizational procedures.
  • Liaise with the Legal team on cases escalated to arbitration, dispute adjudication boards, or litigation.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for contract-related queries from internal departments and external vendors.
  • Prepare periodic reports on contract status, contract risks, vendor performance, and key performance indicators for the Vice President of Procurement and senior management.
  • Support internal and external audits by maintaining complete, accurate, and readily accessible contract files.
  • Ensure contracting activities comply with applicable rules, laws, organizational standard operating procedures, and national regulations.
  • Support the development and periodic review of contract management policies, templates, and standard operating procedures.
  • Provide guidance and capacity building to junior procurement staff on contract management best practices.

Desired Qualifications

  • At least three years of experience in a public-sector or state-owned-enterprise environment.
  • A proven track record in high-value tendering and contract management.
  • Certification in Contract Management.
  • A degree in law or a master's degree.

About the Company

Pakistan Single Window

Unified digital platform for import/export clearance

Pakistan Single Window (PSW) brings together importers, exporters, customs brokers, freight forwarders, banks, and about 77 government agencies on one electronic platform to digitize cross-border trade. Traders submit data online; the system validates, routes, and processes steps across agencies and banks, enabling online licensing, payments, and clearance while using an Integrated Risk Management System and replacing paper forms. It differs from others by being government-led and acting as a national, single-entry hub that integrates customs, tax, licensing, and financial steps across many entities, reducing fragmentation. The goal is to make trade faster, cheaper, and more transparent, cutting transaction costs and expanding digital trade services with plans to digitize related systems like the Port Community System and Airport Community System.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Not listed
Founded
2020

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