About the Role
Sahara Group is a leading privately owned Power, Energy, Gas, and Infrastructure Conglomerate established in 1996 with operating companies active globally. We are currently looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Contract Administrator to join our dynamic team in Nigeria. In this role, you will play a crucial part in overseeing contract lifecycles, ensuring rigorous compliance, and supporting our strategic growth within the energy sector.
Key Responsibilities- Administer contracts in accordance with agreed terms, company policies, and corporate governance frameworks.
- Maintain accurate contract records, registers, and documentation throughout the entire lifecycle.
- Monitor compliance with contractual terms, including scope, pricing, timelines, and payment conditions.
- Support the preparation, documentation, and tracking of contract variations, change orders, and amendments.
- Liaise closely with operations, project, procurement, finance, and legal teams on all contract-related matters.
- Prepare periodic contract status reports for management review and support internal and external audits.
- Identify contractual risks, flag deviations, and assist in implementing effective mitigation actions.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 4 years of proven experience in contract administration or commercial support roles.
- Prior experience in upstream oil and gas or oilfield servicing companies is highly desirable.
- Professional certification such as WorldCC, IACCM, PMP, or CIPS represents a distinct advantage.
- Strong attention to detail, document management, and multitasking abilities.
- Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and modern contract management systems.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employees and dependents.
- Opportunities for professional development and global career progression.
- A collaborative and dynamic work environment within a leading energy conglomerate.