The Position

We are seeking an Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Procurement and Contracts Manager to lead and manage the Technology and Digital Services (TaDS) team ICT procurement and contracting activities. The ICT Procurement and Contracts Manager will manage the contracts of ICT products and services, ensuring value for money, compliance with procurement policies and contract management framework, and supporting the strategic objectives of the Reef Authority. The position is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure consistency in the delivery of ICT contract management services.

You will be a team player, working closely and collaboratively with the broader Technology and Digital Services team, the Finance team, technical specialist partner organisations, and a diverse network of stakeholders across the Reef Authority.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and mentor the ICT Procurement and Contracts Support Officer.
• Lead and advise the TaDS team on complex and sensitive contract management for enterprise-wide ICT contracts to plan and deliver the services agreed, source and procure new capabilities and ensure ongoing value for money is being met.
• Facilitate TaDS ICT contract management within relevant contract management framework to ensure compliance with statutory, accountability and reporting requirements. Develop and review a range of contract management documentation including preparation of agreement, contracts, risk plans, variations and related correspondence.
• Work closely and collaboratively with the Finance team, and build and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure deliverables are achieved.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders including effectively managing ICT contract enquiries, issues, disputes, and risks and escalating when required.
• Report and provide advice to management and clients on ICT procurement and contracts issues and services.

About You

• You have excellent time management skills as well as the ability to manage complex issues and competing priorities within timeframes.
• You have exceptional attention to detail, maintain focus on quality and are known for seeing things through.
• You have excellent written and verbal communication and listening skills, including the ability to tailor communications to a range of audiences and convey complex matters in unambiguous and persuasive language.
• You enjoy working collaboratively and are able to use your communication skills to strengthen working relationships and manage user expectations.
• You can reliably provide accurate and specialised technical advice around ICT contract management and sourcing to a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• You can make decisions using good judgement, expertise and knowledge, under limited guidance.
• You are a natural problem solver, a doer and are known for seeing things through.
• You are able to succeed under pressure and you can prioritise and align operational activities to organisational objectives in order to complete tasks on time and to a high standard.

Lead ICT procurement for the Reef Authority! Shape sourcing strategies, ensure compliance, and foster partnerships to drive innovation in digital services. Apply today

About the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority

We are dedicated to the long-term protection, ecologically sustainable use, and enjoyment of the Great Barrier Reef. We work closely with stakeholders, including Traditional Owners, marine industries, and local communities, to deliver positive environmental outcomes and ensure the Reef’s resilience.

At the Reef Authority, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and leadership at all levels and promote a diverse and inclusive workplace.

The current position is ongoing however through this process may create a merit pool to fill similar ongoing and non-ongoing positions that become available within the next 18 months.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme, you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability