Senior Public Sector Contracting Consultant

Strategic Aerospace Services WLL; Doha; On-site; QAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace services company in Qatar is seeking a senior contract manager to oversee contract development and negotiations within the public sector. The ideal candidate must have over 20 years of experience, including governmental roles, and must be fluent in both Arabic and English.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in contracting and procurement including at least 3 years in a governmental role within Qatar.
• Proven ability to manage contract negotiations involving international vendors.
• Strong understanding of Qatar’s legal framework for public contracts.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on contract management within public sector frameworks.
• Advise on contract structuring and risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure compliance throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Risk management

Bilingual proficiency (Arabic and English)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related discipline

Job description

Provides expert guidance on the development, negotiation, and management of contracts within public sector frameworks, ensuring compliance with governmental policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Advice on contract structuring and risk mitigation strategies.
• Review and validate contract terms in alignment with public sector regulations.
• Coordinate with legal and procurement teams to ensure contract integrity.
• Monitor contract performance and compliance throughout the lifecycle.
• Support audits and reporting related to contractual obligations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline.
• 20+ years of experience in contracting and procurement including at least 3 years in a governmental role within the State of Qatar.
• Proven ability to manage contract negotiations involving international vendors and joint ventures.
• Experience in drafting performance-based contracts and service-level agreements (SLAs).
• Familiarity with Qatar’s legal framework for public contracts, including Law No. 24 of 2015 (the Regulation of Tenders and Auctions Law).
• Ability to assess and manage contract risks, including financial exposure and legal liabilities.
• Experience in contract close-out procedures, including final audits and reconciliation.
• Strong understanding of contract amendments, extensions, and termination protocols.
• Ability to mentor junior contract officers and contribute to institutional capacity building.
• Bilingual proficiency (Arabic and English) is a must.