The National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC), a government body based in Islamabad, is seeking to hire a Short Term Expert in Contract Management on a full-time basis. This position offers a fixed-pay scale and is open to candidates of all genders between the ages of 18 and 55. Applicants with any educational background are eligible to apply, provided they have a minimum of seven years of relevant experience. The role involves supporting NAVTTC’s contract management functions to ensure effective program execution and safeguarding the organization’s interests in vendor agreements.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, execute, and monitor all vendor agreements and service level agreements (SLAs) to protect NAVTTC’s interests.
- Prepare high-quality bidding documents suitable for both local and international competitive bidding processes.
- Oversee vendor performance after contract award to ensure compliance with agreed terms.
- Manage dispute resolution processes related to contracts.
- Ensure strict adherence to quality and cost-based selection (QCBS) criteria, maintaining legal soundness throughout the contract lifecycle.
- Perform additional tasks as assigned to support the successful implementation of NAVTTC programs.
Required Qualifications
- A minimum of 16 years of education in fields such as Engineering, Management, Finance, Business Management, or related disciplines.
- At least seven years of post-qualification experience specifically in Contract Management or related areas.
- Possession of procurement or contract management certificates, qualifications, or training will be considered an advantage.
Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Candidates with formal training or certification in procurement and contract management will be given preference.
- The position offers an opportunity to work with the apex regulatory body for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Pakistan, contributing to national skill development initiatives.
- NAVTTC reserves the right to modify or cancel the vacancy at any stage without prior notice.
- No travel allowance or daily allowance will be provided for the recruitment process.
Interested candidates meeting the above criteria are invited to apply through the National Employment Exchange Tool (NEXT) available on the Government of Pakistan’s official job portal (www.jobs.gov.pk). Applications must be submitted within 15 days from the date of publication. Only complete applications submitted via the portal will be considered. Incomplete applications, hand-delivered submissions, or those received after the deadline will not be entertained. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email or WhatsApp for further assessment, including tests and interviews.
Applicants are advised that submission of false or forged documents or attempts to influence the recruitment process will result in disqualification. NAVTTC is committed to a transparent and merit-based selection process.
About NAVTTC: Established in 2005 under the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, NAVTTC serves as the apex body responsible for regulating, managing, and developing the TVET sector in Pakistan. The commission’s mandate includes policy formulation, curriculum approval, training facilitation, and overall strategic oversight of the country’s technical and vocational education system.
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