Senior Procurement & Contract Management Officer
Did you know?The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia.
It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career.
Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia.We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down4 extra mandatory leave rest days per year18 days of paid personal leave per yearGenerous superannuation of 15.4%16 weeks of paid maternity leave (after 12 months of service) + an additional 36 weeks of maternity leave without payGenerous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise AgreementFlexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balanceHealth & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and preventionAccess to ongoing training and professional development opportunitiesThe key duties of the position include:
Drive innovation in procurement processes.Work in a team where your input is valued and contribute to change.Expand your procurement & contract management skills.The IT Business & Vendor Management team within the Chief Information Officer Command of the AFP leads and oversees procurement and contract management activities for systems, networks, technologies and resourcing that underpin enterprise capabilities.
We are seeking highly motivated and organised individuals who are able to work effectively under limited direction to deliver innovative procurement solutions, efficiencies, achieve value for money, reduce risk and maintain compliance in support of AFP operations and activities through their procurement and/or contract management expertise.
This role will have a focus on developing, leading and overseeing compliant and innovative procurements to provide better contracting outcomes and/or managing contracts and vendor relationships to ensure compliance and protect the interests of the AFP.We're interested in hearing from people who:Have the ability to ask the right questions and find the right procurement and contracting solutions, to act with integrity and place compliance at the centre of everything you do.Can bring your passion for procurement and contracting and, whilst being comfortable working independently, you will also be able to work with other specialist teams in order to better serve the Agency's needs.Can demonstrate an ability to work in a busy environment whilst seeing the big picture and providing holistic solutions.Have a genuine passion for procurement & contracts and for doing the right thing and a drive for excellence.You will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments.What will you do?The role of the Senior Procurement & Contract Management Officer is to provide support to Chief Information Officer (CIO) business areas for procurement and contract management related services.Duties may include:Lead and/or provide advice on full procurement lifecycle and contract management related activities.Prepare/review procurement and contract documentation, including quality review prior to presentation for financial delegate decision.Deliver efficiencies, cost savings, innovation and improvement within the procurement and contract management process.Prepare and maintain contract management plans.
Co-manage select contracts with business area partners to manage contract performance and changes throughout the contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance, continued fitness for purpose and identify and resolve key issues promptly.Monitor, analyse and review procurements & contracts to identify opportunities to enhance procurement and/or contract efficiency and effectiveness and design and implement solutions.Engage with subject matter experts and stakeholders to maintain and update the CIO procurement plan, ensure effective relationship management, and identify continuous improvement opportunities.Maintain current skills and knowledge in procurement and contract management, and proactively monitor trends in the information technology industry through ongoing professional development.You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.Has contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role.Minimum of 2 years' experience in procurement and contract management.Relevant qualification or extensive experience and knowledge in area of expertise.Sound understanding of the Commonwealth Procurement Rules and Public, Governance, Performance and Accountability (PGPA) Act.The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:Demonstrated contract management expertise including interpreting contracts, monitoring performance and dispute resolution.Experience planning and leading complex procurements including negotiation, risk identification.Proven ability to interpret and practically apply relevant procurement legislation.Adaptable and flexible to changing policy, needs and resources.Attention to detail in developing and reviewing procurement and contractual documentation.Ability to guide and mentor less experienced employees.Stakeholder management and engagement skills and the ability to communicate and maintain internal/external relationships.Notes
This position is an AFP Band Level 6.Up to 12-month non-ongoing and/or ongoing - candidates are to specify their preferred option when applying.This role is located in Canberra however, working in any national office or remote working options may be negotiated.Proof of a minimum of two COVID-19 vaccinations (or one dose if the Janssen vaccine was used) will be required if an offer of employment is made.Commitment to Diversity & ConclusionAt the AFP we value the different perspectives, approaches and lived experiences of our people, and recognise that our collective intelligence and diversity is what makes us stronger.
As such, we encourage applications from people from all walks of life, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, women, the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.Getting to know the Australian Federal Police
As Australia's national policing agency, the AFP is a key member of the Australian law enforcement and national security community, leading efforts to keep Australians and Australian interests safe both at home and overseas.
The AFP also has responsibility for providing community policing services to the Australian Capital Territory and Australia's territories, including Christmas Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands, Norfolk Island and Jervis Bay.
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