CNOOC Uganda Limited, a subsidiary of China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC), is seeking a Contracts Coordinator to support the development of oil fields in Uganda. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating contracts and procurement activities to ensure timely, compliant, cost-effective, and efficient delivery of procurement and contracting requirements. The Contracts Coordinator will report to the Contracts and Procurement Supervisor. CNOOC International is one of the largest oil and gas companies in Uganda's energy sector.
The Contracts Coordinator will be responsible for conducting prequalification exercises, establishing and maintaining an approved bidders list, preparing bid packages, leading bid evaluations and clarifications, making contract award recommendations, facilitating contract negotiations and execution, and administering and maintaining contracts. The role requires extensive knowledge of procurement and supply chain management, excellent organizational, negotiation, and communication skills, and good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
The successful candidate will also be responsible for leading the resolution of contractual disputes with contractors, engaging Legal Counsel where necessary, and supporting the Contract Manager in preparing procurement and contracting plans, correspondence, presentations, and statistical reports. The Contracts Coordinator will facilitate and coordinate meetings with end-users and contractors, acting as a liaison between parties to address contractual matters.
CNOOC Uganda Limited operates the Kingfisher production license and owns one-third interests in Exploration Areas EA1/1A, EA2, and Kingfisher, with partners Total E&P Uganda and Tullow Oil. The company is committed to engaging qualified contractors under terms and conditions that protect the company's interests and support business objectives.
The Contracts Coordinator will provide direction, supervision, mentoring, motivation, and on-the-job training to Strategic Procurement Group staff, supporting their professional development and readiness for career advancement. The role requires a bachelor's degree in procurement and supply chain management, business administration, or a related field, and at least four years of related work experience in procurement and contracts.
Interested applicants should apply online, with a deadline of October 9, 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The job is categorized under Procurement and Logistics Jobs in Uganda, and similar jobs include Buyer Jobs and Procurement Officer Jobs at CNOOC Uganda and Inspire Africa Coffee, respectively.
CNOOC Uganda Limited is an equal opportunities employer, and the company promotes a professional image by delivering effective, efficient, responsive, and value-adding services that contribute to the overall business process and organizational objectives. The Contracts Coordinator will maintain accurate and up-to-date contract database information and provide periodic reports to internal user groups on the status of active contracts.
Key points
- The job requires a bachelor's degree in procurement and supply chain management or a related field.
- The successful candidate will have at least four years of related work experience in procurement and contracts.
- The deadline for applications is October 9, 2026.
