NV1 EL1 ICT Procurement Specialist

The Procurement Specialist will work on a range of cyber capacity and resilience building initiatives

Your new company

Working within a complex and fast-paced environment, you will provide strategic procurement expertise and oversee end-to-end procurement activities that support key government outcomes. The initial engagement is for 12 months with extension options available.

Your new role

As the Procurement Specialist, you will be responsible for managing a broad range of procurement and contract management activities while ensuring compliance with Commonwealth procurement frameworks and governance requirements. Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading end-to-end procurements from planning through to contract award and management.
• Developing procurement documentation including RFQs, RFTs and RFPs.
• Providing strategic procurement, probity and commercial advice to stakeholders.
• Managing supplier engagement, negotiations, contract execution and ongoing performance.
• Maintaining procurement governance frameworks, registers and reporting.
• Monitoring budgets, expenditure and financial commitments.
• Supporting contract management activities, including variations, extensions and performance monitoring.
• Preparing procurement briefs, business cases and recommendations for senior decision-makers.
• Ensuring compliance with the Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs) and relevant legislative requirements.

What you'll need to succeed

• Significant experience managing ICT end-to-end Commonwealth procurement activities.
• Strong knowledge of the Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs), PGPA framework and government procurement governance.
• Proven contract management and commercial negotiation skills.
• The ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and written communication skills.

What you'll get in return

This 12-month contract offers extension options and flexible working arrangements by agreement, providing both stability and variety in a rewarding environment. If you are an experienced Procurement Specialist with an active NV1 Security Clearance and are looking for your next Canberra-based contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Janelle Kelly, Associate Director
Recruiting experts in Procurement
P: [02 61127670](tel:02 61127670) E: [email protected]