Commercial Lead, Information and Warning Systems Program

About this role

• Responsible for the establishment of procurement documentation and contractual documents associated with commercial engagement across EM Technology and Data  
• Fixed, Full-Time Opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service 
• VPS Grade 6: $138,631 - $185,518 plus superannuation. 

 The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking an EM ICN Commercial Manager to provide a critical role within Emergency Management Technology and Data. 

About the Business Unit 

Emergency Management includes the department's emergency management accountabilities delivered through Emergency Management Victoria, Emergency Recovery Victoria, Sector Performance and Reform and emergency management statutory entities and offices. The work of the group supports the emergency management sector to work together and to strengthen the capacity of individuals, communities, government, agencies and business to achieve our shared vision of safer and more resilient communities and to rebuild and recover after an emergency. 

EM Technology and Data is responsible for both national and state technology platforms that enable communications to and from the community, sector operational communications and sector information systems. The EM Technology business unit is responsible for delivering the following the key functions of: 

Strategy & Enterprise Architecture;                        

Investment Planning;                    

Support & Development; 

Procurement & Program Delivery;          

Vendor & Contract Management; 

About the Role 

Some of your duties will include: 

To lead the development of and perform Emergency Management Technology and Data, ICN Platforms commercial engagements to achieve project outcomes.   

Providing market analysis and strategic input to facilitate high-level decision-making by management. 

Design, implement and execute ICT sourcing activities to establish contracts across a range of complex goods and services that are critical to the operations of EM Technology and Data project for the replacement of Victoria Emergency Alert application and similar products in accordance with the department's Procurement and Contract Management framework. 

Communicating complex procurement concepts to project stakeholders and committees. 

Formulating and developing EM Technology and Data project procurement pipeline and reporting to management. 

To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description. 

About you  

To be successful in this role, you will have: 

Demonstrated experience of at least 8 – 10+ years in managing a Technology software and services procurement program for critical technology infrastructure 

Expertise and experience in managing end-to-end procurement activities, especially in ICT contract and vendor management, and the ability to prepare comprehensive sourcing documentation and reports including commercial and contractual analysis. Strong commercial capabilities to support optimum value for money spend on program 

Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills. 

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. 

The ability to collaborate with multiple internal and external stakeholders. 

Great organizational skills and attention to detail. 

Qualifications/requirements 

Highly desirable a bachelor's in accounting, business management, legal, or similar. 

At least 8 – 10+ years of experience as commercial manager, or similar role. 

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 a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) 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.