Introducing Zinc Network
Zinc Network is dedicated to meaningful, measurable change and conceptualises and creates programs, interventions, and strategic communications campaigns around some of the world’s most complex problems – from disinformation to extremism, media capture to authoritarianism.
We are headquartered in London with offices in Washington, D.C., Tbilisi, and Warsaw with 80+ team members from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds. Zinc works with a broad range of governmental, NGO, and private sector clients, including the UK Home Office (HO); the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO); the United States Agency for International Development (USAID); the U.S. Department of State (DOS); UN agencies and missions; and foundations.
The Contracts Manager will be based in London and be expected to be in our London office at least 2 days per week.
What you’ll be doing
Contract Management:
- Oversee the full lifecycle of contracts, from drafting and negotiation to execution and closeout, ensuring adherence to contractual terms and conditions.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of contract requirements, milestones, and deliverables.
- Monitor contract performance, identify potential risks or issues, and implement strategies to mitigate them effectively.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams, including project managers, finance, and legal, to ensure alignment with contract requirements and objectives.
- Conduct regular reviews and audits to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and relevant regulations.
- Review grant agreements for compliance issues and offer support to our Grants Managers where required.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Serve as the point of contact for communication with clients, subcontractors, and other stakeholders involved in contract execution.
- Foster positive relationships with key stakeholders, proactively addressing concerns and resolving conflicts as they arise.
- Communicate contract-related updates, progress reports, and milestones to stakeholders clearly and promptly.
Risk Management:
- Identify, assess, and manage risks associated with contract performance, including financial, legal, and operational risks.
- Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to address potential issues and ensure the successful delivery of contracted services.
- Monitor changes in regulatory requirements or government policies that may impact contract compliance or risk exposure.
Compliance and Reporting:
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and policies governing government contracts, including those related to procurement, data protection, and ethical standards.
- Prepare and submit required reports, documentation, and certifications in accordance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
- Support internal and external audits of contract performance, providing accurate and timely information as needed.
- Represent Zinc at high-level meetings with clients and project partners,
All while embodying the values of Zinc Network
Requirements
What we need from you…
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, law, finance, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Proven experience in contract management, particularly with UK government contracts and procurement processes.
- Strong understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and policies governing government contracts, including public procurement regulations
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues.
- Familiarity with risk management principles and practices, including assessing and mitigating contractual, financial, and operational risks.
Area of Selection
We’re committed to hiring a diverse workforce from different professional and cultural backgrounds, and to that end we encourage a variety of people to apply to join our company to represent the diverse range of subjects associated with our projects.
Conditions of Employment
Candidates who receive a job offer will be required to:
- Disclose any previous disciplinary action against them resulting from substantiated safeguarding (including any breaches involving trafficking-related activities) or workplace investigation.
- Undergo background checks, including employment verification, sexual offender registry (as available), identity confirmation, and anti-terrorism vetting.
How to apply
Please include a cover letter stating how you meet each of the requirements.
If you require an accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process, please advise us when contacted.
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