Compliance & Bids/Tendering Officer

About the role

The Compliance & Bids/Tendering Officer will support Coastal Line & Ocean in securing marine survey and offshore contracts by managing the end‑to‑end tender process and ensuring full regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and monitor relevant tenders and RFPs in the marine survey and offshore sectors.
• Prepare and submit technically and commercially compliant bids within stipulated deadlines.
• Collaborate with technical teams to develop accurate, competitive proposals.
• Interpret tender specifications, advise on survey methodologies and costing.
• Maintain pre‑qualification documents, vendor registrations and company profiles.
• Track industry trends, client activities and competitor strategies.
• Assist in contract drafting, negotiation and review with clients, vendors and partners.
• Ensure adherence to maritime, corporate and regulatory laws, liaising with bodies such as NIMASA, NIPEX, NCDMB and IMO.
• Conduct compliance audits, risk assessments and provide mitigation recommendations.
• Handle disputes and claims, coordinating with external legal counsel when required.
• Promote a culture of corporate governance, ethics and compliance, delivering periodic reports and supporting staff training.

Required profile

• Minimum qualification of an HND.
• At least 3 years (36 months) of experience in a similar compliance, bidding or tendering role.
• Mid‑level professional with strong knowledge of maritime regulations and tender processes.

Required skills