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Findstaff provides comprehensive employment solutions across Blue and White-Collar industries. FindStaff have over 30 years' involvement in sourcing professional, experienced and astute candidates for businesses of all sizes & requirements.

Senior Administrative Representative - Contract Manager

Canberra | 12-Month Contract | APS6 Level

Are you a natural problem solver with a strong eye for detail and a talent for contract management? Want your work to directly support the mental health and wellbeing of others?

We're seeking a Senior Administrative Representative - Contract Manager to join the Business Operations Branch.

This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a high-trust, purpose-driven team focused on recovery-oriented, client-centred, trauma-informed care.

What You'll Be Doing

As a key player in our Business Operations Branch, you'll manage a broad portfolio of low to medium risk contracts, with responsibilities that include:

• Leading the procurement, development, and management of contracts that underpin our national counselling services.
  
• Monitoring contract performance and risk, ensuring compliance with policy and value-for-money outcomes.
  
• Analysing contract data, budgets, and KPIs to support informed, timely decision-making.
  
• Advising on variations, extensions, and expiry, and ensuring smooth transitions where needed.
  
• Navigating and interpreting Commonwealth procurement rules and departmental guidelines.
  
• Building strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including governance, legal, finance, and service delivery teams.
  
• Supporting administrative functions - from documentation and reporting to collaboration tools and branch operations.
  

What You Bring

You're confident operating in a complex, fast-moving government environment, and bring:

• Demonstrated experience managing procurement and contracts (low/medium risk)
• Strong working knowledge of government procurement frameworks and financial policies
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills - especially in drafting complex documents
• An analytical mindset with the ability to untangle complexity and suggest smart solutions
• Strong stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality work on time
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
• Experience in government systems or DVA environments (desirable)

Why Join Us?

• Work on meaningful programs supporting others
  
• Join a supportive and collaborative team
  
• Gain experience in high-impact government operations and procurement
  
• Flexible and inclusive work environment aligned to APS values
  

Ready to Apply?

If you're an experienced contract manager or administrator looking for a rewarding challenge that makes a national difference, we want to hear from you.

What you need to do now:

If you or anyone you know is interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Alternatively, you can email your CV directly to [email protected] or contact me on 0474 004 922.

Please note - Only shortlisted candidates with full working rights will be contacted.