• You will help manage contracts that support justice services across Victoria.
• You will work with senior staff on important contract tasks.
• You'll use data and systems to keep contracts on track.
• You'll build skills in contract management within the Victorian Public Service.
• Ongoing, full-time role earning $100,894 - $114,476 per year, plus super.

What you will do

As contract officer, you will support senior staff with contract work.

You will keep contract records accurate and help track contract performance.

You will:

• manage accurate contract records and keep files up to date.
• track contract dates, finances and supplier performance using clear reports.
• use Excel, Smartsheet, PowerPoint, Oracle and Zycus to support your work.
• check contract activities against government rules, policies and department procedures.
• help improve contract monitoring and support site visits across Victorian facilities.

About you

You will ideally have relevant tertiary qualifications in procurement, supply chain, commerce, law or business administration. Experience or knowledge of government procurement and policies is also highly desirable.

You should also have:

• contract skills to manage changes, suppliers, finances and contract records.
• data skills to use Excel formulas, pivot tables, charts and reports.
• problem-solving skills to review information and resolve issues clearly.
• communication skills to work with others and explain information simply.

To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Lindsey Pettifer at Lindsey.Pettifer@justice.vic.gov.au.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.

How to apply

Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Child safe statement of commitment

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.