As one of the Australia's largest providers of human resources solutions, Chandler Macleod has a proven track record of unleashing potential in people and companies. For over 40 years Chandler Macleod's recruitment business has connected leading-edge projects and employers with outstanding business professionals.
Our client is seeking to engage a Procurement Officer.
Location: Canberra, ACT
Contract Length: 6 months
Eligibility/Security Requirement: A minimum NV1 clearance is essential for this position. NV2 is desirable.
The position
Communications Planning and Public Diplomacy Branch, Department, is seeking to engage the services of a Procurement officer.
The position requires an in-depth understanding of relevant Australian Government legislation and policies relating to financial management, tenders, procurement, and mechanisms for the disbursement of funds.
Required services:
Run high risk complex procurement processes while:complying with relevant Australian Government legislation and policies including but not limited to the PGPA Act, Commonwealth Procurement Rules, and related departmental policies; andliaising with various internal stakeholders, including DFAT's corporate procurement team.Draft related documentation including complex statements of requirements, procurement documentation including purchase orders, evaluation outcomes, delegate approval documentation, contract management plans etc.Draft Grant Guidelines, oversee related financial processes, and prepare letters of agreement and Grant Schedules.Deliver accurate advice to Directors, Senior Executives and key internal stakeholders related to procurements and application of any relevant policy/procedures.Deliver quality outcomes under tight timelines and manage multiple competing priorities.Assist with the development of budget forecasts.Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communications skills. Skills and Experience: Knowledge of procurement of services and grants by the Australian Government overseas.Minimum two years' experience working within Government Procurement and strong knowledge of procurement from panels and associated contract management and reporting processes.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.
If you feel you are a suitable candidate submit your application by hitting "Apply for this job". Alternatively, you can call Isaac Benjamin on 02 6268 9769 or email ****** for further discussion.
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