Procurement Officer/Manager

This is a rare and highly sought after opportunity for someone who is looking to join a reputable government organisation. The successful candidate will be offered an initial 12 month contract with the view to be extended.

THE ROLE:

- Manage and/or conduct procurement approaches to market of all values and complexity, from start to finish
- Prepare all required procurement approach to market documentation
- Manage and/or conduct contract establishment, renewals, variations and finalisation
- Engage with stakeholders as required
- Provide advice and mentoring on procurement and contract administration matters to staff at all levels
- Contribute to the continuous review and implementation of processes and procedures
- Ensure adherence with Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs), all relevant Commonwealth legislation and the department purchasing guidelines

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the formation of tender documentation, and experience in contract formulation and administration/management;
- Experience and knowledge of the ICT procurement environment including an understanding of the business requirements of IT clients;
- Knowledge of Commonwealth Procurement Rules, policies and practices;
- Ability to undertake tasks in a timely manner and to prioritise workloads;
- Communication/negotiation skills of a high order;
- Knowledge of the Risk identification, evaluation and mitigation process;
- A demonstrated ability to display commitment in quality customer service principles and practices; and
- A demonstrated commitment to the principles of workplace diversity, participative work practices, occupational health and safety.
- Proficiency with IT systems particularly Microsoft Office and an electronic document and records management system

DUE TO SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS ROLE, CANDIDATES MUST BE AUSTRALIAN CITIZENS AND CURRENTLY HOLD A SECURITY CLEARANCE - NV2/TOP SECRET HIGHLY DESIRABLE.

Interested? Please call Esther Hiltebrand quoting the job ID: 19634 for a confidential discussion or click the 'Apply for this job' button below for immediate consideration with a Resume in WORD FORMAT!