Northern Territory PHN leads the development and coordination of an equitable, comprehensive primary health care system and an engaged health workforce driven by community needs.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The Procurement Business Partner is responsible for the provision of expert probity advice and leadership to ensure an integrated, streamlined procurement function with a focus on good governance, risk management and compliance.

The Procurement Business Partner collaborates with teams across the organisation to provide support, guidance and coaching to improve organisational capability and drive continuous quality improvement.

THE ROLE

Lead procurement projects and activities ensuring the application of strong governance and risk management practices.

Drive the timely delivery of performance reporting to the Executives, Board, and Board Committees.

Provide supervision, mentorship, and leadership to improve and uplift the quality of the procurement function and build organisational capability and capacity.

Demonstrate and exemplify excellent engagement skills, including the ability to convey complex advice to internal and external stakeholders.

Influence at all levels of the organisation by providing subject matter expertise and guidance on best practice in procurement and contract development.

Demonstrate consistent and sound technical skills in the management, advice, and support of procurement projects and other compliance projects as required.

Strong independence, advanced critical thinking skills, and the ability to set and meet targets related to own deliverables and the deliverables of direct reports, projects, and activities.

Maintain an agile mindset and the ability to effectively reprioritise to allow for urgent and unexpected requests including undertaking probity compliance audits, and development and modification of processes to meet changing requirements.

Mentor, coach and support direct reports in the performance of their duties, monitoring and providing appropriate feedback in accordance with NT PHN policies and procedures.

Ensure that procurement activities and initiatives are aligned with operational needs and business processes and strategic priorities.

ABOUT YOU

Knowledge or training equivalent to a relevant Certificate IV and/or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training

Proven advanced knowledge of end-to-end procurement processes including the principles of probity, ethics and due diligence preferably in a commissioning for health services context.

Demonstrated knowledge of good corporate governance and risk, particularly as they relate to procurement and contracts

Demonstrated experience in project management and/or the coordination of tasks across multiple stakeholders, and excellent attention to detail and demonstrated ability to manage conflicting priorities and deadlines.

Ability to work collaboratively across branches, external stakeholders and service providers to build strong and trusting relationships, maximise outcomes, reduce duplication, ensure organisational integration and efficiency.

Demonstrated experience in business process documentation and peer to peer education and training.

Ability to work independently, demonstrating clear accountability, a goal setting mindset, planning and prioritisation skills and advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Excellent attention to detail with proven strategic thinking skills and judgement to identify and respond to complex matters through well considered organisational responses.

Advanced stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence decision making and to lead individuals and groups effectively to make critical decisions.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

Working for NT PHN means being a part of an organisation with a bigger picture purpose to improve health care outcomes for Territorians

Enjoy up to $15,899 of salary sacrifice and a generous base salary

Enjoy a vast, fast paced and challenging work environment where you will work as a part of a dynamic, supportive and collaborative team

Enjoy flexible working arrangements, work life balance and a positive, professional work culture

Receive 6 weeks leave per annum

Enjoy the opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and career

Have the freedom to apply innovative and creative thinking

Access to SONDA – a 24/7 comprehensive employee support service for personal safety, medical & mental health

Enjoy bringing your dog to work Fridays

COMMITMENT TO RECONCILIATION

NT PHN is committed to undertaking all work within a culturally inclusive, sensitive and safe framework that supports Reconciliation. The NT PHN Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan shows our commitment and dedication to embedding reconciliation initiatives into business and our everyday work.

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged for all NT PHN positions.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

To be successful in your application, you must have a legal working rights in Australia.

To apply, click on apply now and submit a current resume, along with a cover letter outlining your skills and abilities relevant to the role.

Alternatively, you can email your resume and cover letter to [email protected] or apply by visiting (copy and paste link)

https://app.citationhr.com/app/portals/applicant/apply?aid=fca36ac9-7fca-4850-9174-0d4d27d04d13

If you have any questions or for more information about the role, please contact Renee Mclucas – Governance and Performance Lead on 08 8982 1082 or [email protected].

This position will remain open until Tuesday 20 May 2025.

Early applications are encouraged, as we will be reviewing candidates as they apply and reserve the right to close the process earlier.