📝 General Introduction

Government and institutional contracts are among the most critical legal and administrative tools that define relationships between public and private entities.

They ensure that projects and services are executed in accordance with approved regulations, policies, and strategic goals.

As the volume and complexity of contracts increase across sectors, professional contract management becomes essential for ensuring compliance, minimizing risks, and enhancing operational efficiency.

Managing these contracts involves multiple stages—from planning and drafting to negotiation, execution, monitoring, amendment, dispute resolution, and final closure.

This workshop is designed to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of government and institutional contract management, including legal frameworks, drafting techniques, performance oversight, and documentation.

It also highlights the differences between government and commercial contracts, internal control mechanisms, dispute handling, and compliance with local and international regulations.

Over five days of practical and interactive training, attendees will gain tools and strategies to build a robust contract management system that supports transparency, governance, and institutional success.

🎯 Target Audience

• CEOs and General Managers
• Legal and Contract Directors
• Project and Procurement Managers
• Legal Advisors in public and private sectors
• Compliance and Governance Officers
• Board Members and Senior Executives

🎯 Expected Outcomes

• Understand the full lifecycle of government and institutional contracts
• Develop skills in professional contract drafting and review
• Strengthen monitoring and oversight during contract execution
• Manage amendments and disputes effectively
• Ensure legal compliance and transparency in contract operations

📚 Scientific Topics

Theme 1: Legal Framework for Government and Institutional Contracts

Session 1: Types of Government and Institutional Contracts

• Administrative vs commercial contracts
• Local and international agreements
• Supply and service contracts

Session 2: Regulatory and Legal Systems

• Government contracting regulations
• International legal standards
• Role of oversight authorities

Theme 2: Contract Drafting and Negotiation Skills

Session 1: Professional Contract Drafting

• Key and sensitive clauses
• Precise legal language
• Pre-signature contract review

Session 2: Effective Contract Negotiation

• Negotiation strategies
• Managing interests and conflicts
• Documenting negotiation outcomes

Theme 3: Execution and Monitoring

Session 1: Managing Contract Implementation

• Assigning responsibilities
• Tracking legal obligations
• Handling delays and breaches

Session 2: Internal Oversight Mechanisms

• Monitoring and evaluation tools
• Performance reporting
• Cross-department coordination

Theme 4: Amendments and Dispute Resolution

Session 1: Managing Legal Amendments

• Reasons for contract changes
• Formal amendment procedures
• Documenting modifications

Session 2: Handling Contractual Disputes

• Arbitration, litigation, and settlement
• Legal risk management
• Preserving contractual relationships

Theme 5: Closure, Documentation, and Compliance

Session 1: Legal Closure Procedures

• Conditions for contract termination
• Verifying clause fulfillment
• Preparing closure documents

Session 2: Documentation and Legal Compliance

• Contract archiving and storage
• Regulatory compliance
• Audit-ready contract review