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Job Title: IT Contract Administrator Reporting To: Head of Department, IT Governance and ExecutiveOffice Location: Lyon Type of contract: Fixed-term Contract Duration (in months): 36.00 * Grade: 5 Number of post: 1 Level of Security screening: Basic Deadline for application: 21 Septembre 2026 Conditions applying for all candidates Only professional experience for which candidates can provide official proof of employment will be considered. Candidates could be requested to provide copies of such official documents prior to interviews/test. *Any potential subsequent extension will be subject to the terms of the Organization’s Staff Manual, to satisfactory performance and to availability of funds. Tests/interviews in connection to this selection procedure will take place approximately 1/3 weeks after the deadline for applications. Applicants are kindly requested to plan their availability during this period accordingly, in case they are short-listed. Selected candidates will be expected to report for duty approximately one to three months after receiving an offer of employment at the latest. This selection exercise may be used to generate a reserve list of suitable candidates that may be used to address Organization's similar staffing needs in the future. <div style="border:none;border-bottom:solid #4f81bd 1.0pt;padding:0.0in 0.0in 4.0pt 0.0in"> SUMMARY OF THE ASSIGNED DUTIES, INCLUDING GOALS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE POST </div> The IT Contract Administrator assists the Head of Department, IT Governance and Executive Office. The main focus of his or her activities will be on IT related contract matters. <div style="border:none;border-bottom:solid #4f81bd 1.0pt;padding:0.0in 0.0in 4.0pt 0.0in"> PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ACTIVITIES </div> <h2 style="margin:6.0pt 0.0in 6.0pt 28.9pt;text-indent:-28.9pt;text-align:justify;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;color:#00437a"> </h2> <h2 style="margin:6.0pt 0.0in 6.0pt 28.9pt;text-indent:-28.9pt;text-align:justify;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;color:#00437a">DUTY 1 - FOLLOWING CONTRACTS</h2> Ensure the correct application of clauses and services provided by existing contracts by closely following all IS related contracts (to ensure that SLA, costs etc. are respected and if necessary to invoke penalties or request the appropriate reimbursements, etc. <h2 style="margin:6.0pt 0.0in 6.0pt 28.9pt;text-indent:-28.9pt;text-align:justify;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;color:#00437a"> </h2> <h2 style="margin:6.0pt 0.0in 6.0pt 28.9pt;text-indent:-28.9pt;text-align:justify;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;color:#00437a">DUTY 2 - DRAFT IT PROVISIONS OF CONTRACTS</h2> For all new or proposed contract acts within the scope for the IS Directorate, ensure the conformity with IS Directorate rules, strategy, architecture and policies. <h2 style="margin:6.0pt 0.0in 6.0pt 28.9pt;text-indent:-28.9pt;text-align:justify;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;color:#00437a"> </h2> <h2 style="margin:6.0pt 0.0in 6.0pt 28.9pt;text-indent:-28.9pt;text-align:justify;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;color:#00437a">DUTY 3 - TECHNOLOGY WATCH: </h2> Follow changes in technology and related services so as to make sure that contracts remain adapted to our needs, and propose new contracts (replacing or renewing existing ones) if necessary. <h2 style="margin:6.0pt 0.0in 6.0pt 28.9pt;text-indent:-28.9pt;text-align:justify;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;color:#00437a"> </h2> <h2 style="margin:6.0pt 0.0in 6.0pt 28.9pt;text-indent:-28.9pt;text-align:justify;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;color:#00437a">DUTY 4 - ASSISTANCE:</h2> Assist with IS related negotiations by liaising with other departments within and outside pf IS (PCM etc.). <h2 style="margin:6.0pt 0.0in 6.0pt 28.9pt;text-indent:-28.9pt;text-align:justify;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;color:#00437a"> </h2> <h2 style="margin:6.0pt 0.0in 6.0pt 28.9pt;text-indent:-28.9pt;text-align:justify;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;color:#00437a">DUTY 5 – REPORTING</h2> On costs and other issues associated with IS related contracts. Any other duties as requested by the supervisor including but not limited to assistance with budgeting. <div style="border:none;border-bottom:solid #4f81bd 1.0pt;padding:0.0in 0.0in 4.0pt 0.0in"> QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS </div> <h1 style="margin:6.0pt 0.0in;text-align:justify;text-indent:0.0in;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;color:#00437a"> </h1> <h1 style="margin:6.0pt 0.0in;text-align:justify;text-indent:0.0in;font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;color:#00437a">Education and qualification required:</h1> 3 to 4 year's higher education diploma from a University or other specialized institute of recognized standing in one of the following domains: Computing, Multimedia, Information Security, Information Technology, Information Systems, Information Systems, Project Management, Law or other relevant subject Experience required: Minimum 3 years’ experience one or more fields related to computing, IT contracts, IT support and similar definite advantage. Ten years’ experience in the area is required if the post holder does not have the required level of education. Languages: Working knowledge of English is required (written and oral). Fluency in English is desired. Working knowledge in French is desired. Proficiency in another official working language of the Organization (Arabic or Spanish) would be an additional asset. Abilities required: Strong communication skills, both in written and oral form (public speaking and delivery of presentations). Experience in working with computers including knowledge of oral presentations software, business intelligence and word processing software.

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