THE ROLE

The Specialist Procurement Partner is responsible for providing specialist procurement advice and support to ensure procurement is run in an efficient and compliant manner. The position is required to lead and support critical procurement activities to drive value for money outcomes for whole of government whilst maintaining compliance with relevant legislative and policy obligations.  

The Specialist Procurement Partner will be an expert in government procurement legislation and assist with the design and coordination of key procurement activities and ensure all probity and governance requirements are met.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

1. Engage and advise key internal stakeholders on policies, procedures, systems and standards to enable delivery of effective outcomes focused procurement activities across the program within legislative and regulatory requirements.
2. Provide subject matter expertise on government policies such as Local Jobs First, Social Procurement, etc.
3. Establish and maintain tendering, purchasing and contract development and management processes and systems that are rigorous, transparent and have credibility with all stakeholders.

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HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria. 
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. 
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.