Assistant Manager, Commercial and Contracts (004535) Australia, Tas Full Time - Continuing About the Tasmanian State Service The Tasmanian State Service (TSS) is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels. Responsibilities Develop financial strategies, policies and practices including managing the day-to-day provision of internal budget support services, financial modelling analysis and forecasting, and the provision of authoritative advice on budget processes for Commercial and Projects stream. Assist with managing contract performance through analysis of reports and key performance indicators, highlighting any identified risks/issues, development of contract administration processes, and provide recommendations on contract-related matters. Develop and apply risk management techniques including the implementation of controls to effectively manage budget and contractual risk as part of the Departments Risk Management framework. Prepare documentation, briefing papers, recommendation reports, and other documents for various stakeholders concerning procurement, contract, and financial management activities. Undertake procurement processes, including the preparation of budgets, forecasts, quotes, tender and contract documentation, and evaluation of responses and preparation of associated reports. Utilise and support corporate information systems including electronic document management, finance and contract management systems. Assist in the development of stakeholder relationships, implementation, and monitoring of policy and procedures. Pre-Employment Checks The Head of the State Service has determined that a person nominated for appointment to this position is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer. Any relevant serious criminal offence or repeated serious offences over any period, which are not mitigated by additional information, may provide grounds for declining an application for appointment. Such offences would include, but are not limited to: Arson and fire setting; Sexual offences; Dishonesty (e.g. theft, burglary, breaking and entering, fraud); Deception (e.g. obtaining an advantage by deception); Violent crimes and crimes against the person; Malicious damage and destruction to property; Trafficking of narcotic substance; Essential qualifications have not been prescribed, however, an appropriate level of knowledge and skill together with relevant commercial/financial tertiary qualifications will be viewed favorably. Current Driver's license is also required. Statement of Duties and Associated Documents DPFEM is a child safe organisation which is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people; and every member of DPFEM has a responsibility to keep all children safe. As the organisation moves towards a more inclusive workplace which better reflects our community, we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, cultures and abilities, and those that may require flexibility such as part-time, compressed days, or adjustments around start or finish times. How to Apply To apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV. Online applications will only be accepted, please click the blue Apply now button to apply. If you experience any technical difficulties, please contact (03) 6173 2757. Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full-time and part-time vacancies. Further Information For further information on this position, please contact John Taylor, Manager, Commercial and Contracts on 03 6173 2779. Applications close on 19 November 2024 at 11:55pm #J-18808-Ljbffr