About the role: 

The Senior Procurement Officer is responsible for providing support and oversight for the operational delivery of compliant, value-focused procurement activities (both general and ICT), and supporting competitive funding projects.

This role ensures departmental procurements are delivered within broader legislative and policy frameworks, including the Department of Health and Victorian Government Purchasing Board procurement frameworks, whilst supporting staff to achieve strong value for money procurement outcomes for the department and the State.

This position also provides high-level procurement and associated policy advice and support to a diverse range of internal business partners, leads and provides effective relationship management support across the department, and ensures compliance procurement and funding outcomes for the department.

About us: 

At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.  

We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all. 

About you:

Are you:

• Experienced in end-to-end procurement activities, including the provision of expert advice about procurement sourcing approaches and processes, approval frameworks, policies and control gates to internal clients and stakeholders.
• Experienced in providing strategic, tactical and governance support to departmental buyers to support procurement outcomes
• Someone who is detailed focused, and adaptable 
• A collaborative team member able to build and maintain internal and external stakeholder collaboration

We are looking for someone who can:

• Apply excellent commercial acumen to lead and support end-to-end procurement activities, including the provision of expert advice about procurement sourcing approaches and processes, approval frameworks, policies and control gates to internal clients and stakeholders.
• Effectively apply government procurement policies and legislative requirements, including the application of Victoria's Social Procurement Framework, Local Jobs First Policy, and Fair Jobs Code
• In line with key procurement principles, including probity and transparency, support the design and timely delivery of medium to high complexity procurement and funding documentation (Procurement Plans, specifications and request/response documents, evaluation materials, contracts and approval briefs), compliant with procurement procedures, legislative requirements, and contractual term

Experience in public sector procurement would be highly regarded.

What we offer: 

• The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
• A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
• A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.

How to apply: 

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date. 

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusion@health.vic.gov.au. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence in line with our Privacy Policy. If you have any queries in relation to the application or recruitment processes, please email talentacquisition@health.vic.gov.au.