Reporting to the Assistant Director Procurement and Contracts, and in line with strategic objectives, the (Senior Procurement and Contract Officer has the following key responsibilities:
- The provision of timely and accurate advice on minor and simple procurement and contract matters
- Leading strategic and/or complex procurement matters in collaboration with subject matter experts
- drafting and/or reviewing complex procurement documentation including procurement plans, request for tenders, evaluation plans, risk assessments, negotiation strategies and contractual documents
- supporting and contributing to the achievement of business and process improvement projects
- support for other related tasks, including but not limited to, reporting, governance and assurance, administration (i.e., group mailbox management, tender publication, helpdesk/phone line attendance etc) and training to achieve the objectives of the Procurement and Contract Management Team
- interpreting and applying policies and processes and take a flexible approach to provide practical solutions to the business and be a team player who actively shares ideas and supports others for the success of the team.
- Establish and maintain procurement and contract details in relevant systems.
- Formal Qualifications and/or extensive knowledge and experience in procurement and contracting
- Practical experience in strategic and/or complex procurement initiatives within the public and/or private sector
- Ability to work autonomously under limited direction to deliver quality and advice with competing priorities and deadlines
- Demonstrated proficiency in using Microsoft suit of products, including creating and maintaining spread sheets and various internal data bases. Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new systems.
- In depth knowledge of the Australian Commonwealth Procurement and Contract Framework (or industry equivalents)
- Previous experience using Technology One Procure to Pay
Contract: 6 Month Contract with 1 x 6 months extension option
Security Required: Baseline Security Clearance required
Location - Canberra
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: Sunday 20 September 2026 by 9am
Call Joanne Finchett on 0480 002454 or email Joanne@whizdom.com.au for any further information
