Seeking a Procurement officer with Four years experience working within Government Procurement.

The tasks will include (but not limited to)

• Monitoring and support procurement activities including providing advice and support for basic to complex procurement.
• Assist in the preparation of procurement approval documentation including Approvals to Approach the Market, Evaluation Outcomes, Approvals to commit funds and enter into Arrangements.
• Present a high level of customer service to internal clients and stakeholders, providing a proactive approach where Agency representatives are engaged and feedback is sought.
• Establish and maintain strong business relationships with external stakeholders and suppliers including effectively managing contract enquiries, issues, disputes, variations, risks and undertaking negotiations with suppliers as required.
• Preparation and ongoing management of Government contracts, simple and complex.
• Preparation and ongoing management of Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs);
• Provide policy advice in relation to compliance with relevant Australian Government legislation, rules and policies relating to contract management and procurement activities.
• Risk assessment and issue management.
• Group mailbox management, corporate document management and filing.
• Provide advice and support to the Line Manager, including identifying opportunities to improve procurement outcomes, efficiency and value for money.

Skills and Experience

• Four years' experience working within Government Procurement.
• Thorough understanding of the PGPA Act for complex procurements.
• Experience providing oversight of public sector procurement activities.
• Ability to undertake analysis of suppliers, markets, products and service categories to inform procurement planning.
• Provide advice on 'best fit' security procurement approaches.
• Assist in the administration of tender evaluation reports for consideration and approval.
• Ability to assist in the oversight of contracts administration activities and monitoring of contract management plans.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written.
• Ability to work effectively as an individual or within a team environment.
• The ability to work with minimal supervision

Contract: 12 Month with 1 x 12 months extension

Security Required: NV1 Security Clearance required

Location - Canberra based

How to Apply - Please upload your resume to apply. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks

Closing date: Thursday 31 July 2025 at 9am - Canberra time

Call Joanne Finchett on 0480 002454 or email [email protected] for any further information