Aps6 - Procurement And Contract Management Officer,Financial Management Branch

11.59pm AEDT, Tuesday 28 January 2025

• The opportunity we have available
• What will you do?

This role is at the APS 6 level and will assist a variety of stakeholders across the Department to achieve their procurement outcomes while also contributing to business improvement aiming to :

• Streamline and update procurement and contracting processes.
• Look at where digital technology can be used to improve and automate manual processes.
• Engage with line areas to promote genuine early engagement and champion accountability and transparency in our procurement activities.
• Who are we looking for?
• Provide high level advice and support on procurement and contract management related matters across the Department
• Assist business areas conducting simple and complex procurements using best practices and judgment to make decisions on procurement and related activities that are fundamental to the day-to-day operations of Infrastructure
• Prepare and review a range of written material including reports, contracts, procurement documentation, Senate Estimates briefs, questions on notice and executive briefings
• Maintain and administer the procurement and contract management SAP system - MyWorkplace used for Procurement and Contract Registrations
• Collaborate with the team to develop tools and processes to drive innovation in the way the department procures goods and services
• Represent the section at all levels including dealing with other departments and agencies, contractors and other stakeholders and promote and implement the Australian Public Services Values and business partnering culture
• RecruitAbility minimum requirements

Minimum requirements for this role include :

• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, including strong attention to detail. Ability to provide timely and concise advice to inform and support executive decision making

RecruitAbility is a scheme which aims to attract and develop applicants with disability and also facilitate cultural changes in selection panels and agency recruitment.

Job applicants with disability who met the requirements are advanced to the next stage of the selection process

• Opt into the scheme
• Declare they have a disability, and
• Meet the minimum requirements of a vacancy advertised in the scheme

More information can be found at RecruitAbility scheme : A guide for applicants | Australian Public Service Commission

• What else can we offer?

We are dedicated to fostering personal and professional development, empowering individuals to set goals, acquire new skills, and cultivate unique qualities that define who they are. We believe that this not only leads to a more fulfilling and happier life but also enhances the overall quality of our work. Some of the benefits we offer include :

• Access to our study Assistance Program that provides paid leave and financial support for you to undertake courses of study that contribute to the improvements of your professional skills and knowledge relevant to our work and broader Australian Public Service.
• Through our investment in learning and development opportunities, and a positive performance culture, we provide diverse career pathways for our people to enable their mobility and adapt in a rapidly changing world.
• Improve your leadership skills, through the department's Professional Coaching Scheme and tailored leadership opportunities for staff members.
• Flexible working opportunities, including part time hours, home based work and job sharing.
• We offer generous leave entitlements of 20 days personal circumstances leave per year, with one month's accrual of leave credited on commencement and 150 hours of paid annual leave (based on a full-time employee), plus a range of other miscellaneous leave options to support you.

Join our department and embark on a journey of growth, fulfillment, and well-being. Experience personal and professional development, prioritise your health, and be part of a vibrant and positive culture that empowers individuals and drives exceptional performance.

• Eligibility requirements
• How to apply

Applications for this opportunity close at

• 11.59pm AEDT, Tuesday 28 January 2025
• Timeline and assessment

A selection panel will be established to assess your suitability against the advertised role.

If a merit pool is established it will be valid for 18 months from date it first appeared in the APS Gazette.

Applications open

• 14 January 2025

Applications close

• 28 January 2025

Application shortlisting

• 7 February 2025

Further assessments : Friday,

• 14 February 2025

Selection report finalised : Monday

• 24 February 2025

Offers and announcements : Monday,

• 3 March 2025

The above is indicative only, please reach out to the contact person if you have any questions on the recruitment process or timeframes.