Senior Procurement Officer

Job Description

Our Government client is currently seeking a Senior Procurement Officer at the APS 6 level to join their team in Canberra ACT.

Our client is a key player in providing innovative unified and client-focused services. They are proud custodians of a significant destination for citizens and international visitors alike offering a range of services that support the functioning of their organisation and its stakeholders.

About the Role

We are seeking aSenior Procurement Officerto manage ICT-related procurement. This role involves conducting procurement activities using best practices and sound judgment identifying and mitigating procurement risks and providing high-level advice on procurement matters. The successful candidate will work flexibly and apply critical thinking in a dynamic team environment.

Role Responsibilities

The successful candidate will have experience in government procurement and possess the following skills;

• Manage ICT related procurements
• Conduct procurement activities using best practices and judgment to make decisions on procurement and related activities that are fundamental to the day-to-day operations of the Information Services Division
• Identify manage and mitigate procurement risks to meet organisational obligations and maximise business opportunities
• Provide high level advice on procurement related matters across the Information Services Division
• Work with flexibility and critical thinking in a team experiencing change

Desirable:

Qualification requirement Cert IV in Procurement and Contracting (PSP40616)

Desirable experience:

• Sound understanding of PGPA ACT and CPR.
• Understanding of the Digital Transformation Agency (DTA) guidelines and utilise portal for sourcing ICT good/service including software renewal and ICT labour hire.
• Review Procurement documentation and guide stakeholders throughout end-to-end procurement process.
• Manage a shared mailbox respond appropriately and effective record management.

Whats on Offer

• Free onsite parking
• Competitive Salary
• Opportunity to work is a dynamic team

Security Requirements:

To be eligible for this role you must be an Australian Citizen. Due to the work environment our client has requested that all candidates are required to hold a current Baseline Clearance.

Why partner with Whizdom

Were Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:

• We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
• We are Level 3 DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. Weve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
• We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.

Our team of talented people are passionate about your experience doing the right thing always with a focus on your long-term career goals. We even give you a best in industry merch pack! Even if this role isnt the exact fit for you we would love a chat contact us to find out more!

How to Apply

Please upload your resume to apply. Please provide a supporting statement highlighting your skills experience and capability against the position description to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Submission closes by COB. Monday 30^th June 2025.

Please email Melissa Mula - for any further information. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include ID and work rights security clearance verification and any other client-requested checks