This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP
The Commercial Services Directorate is part of the Finance and Commercial Services Division and is responsible for providing procurement contract advisory and commercial legal support to the Department of Education for contract planning and management, insurance and fleet management.
The Role
The Principal Consultant - Contract Advisory Management leads and manages high-risk and complex procurement planning and initiation and contract management processes for the Department of Education. The role provides strategy development, procurement planning, and contract management services and advice to elicit best value for money for the Department.
If successful, you will maintain in depth knowledge and understanding of the role of procurement in the Department of Education and the broader public sector, and how to leverage the function as an enabler to deliver strategic objectives.
You will provide expert advice, influence decision making and guide agency practices and decision making based on specialist knowledge and application of the Western Australian Procurement Rules Frameworks, relevant policies, market research and data analysis to drive value for money outcomes.
You will use your knowledge of contract law principles to drive procurement activities and provide support and interpretation of the application of complex contract terms and conditions, engaging appropriate legal and/ or technical representation as required.
You will identify and manage procurement risks, engaging with relevant stakeholders to facilitate the management of operational risks and to ensure compliance with all required governance mechanisms.
The successful applicant will be expected to act with integrity, undertake required procurement activities in line with best practice, comply with policy requirements and manage clients and colleagues.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.
- Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
- Modern end of trip facilities/changerooms
- Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Craig Katnich, Manager, Contract Management and Advisory Services on (08) 9264 4609 or emailing craig.katnich@education.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A maximum three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
- Demonstrated substantial knowledge and understanding of the public sector procurement lifecycle and experience in developing and managing complex, high-risk contracts across multiple categories.
- Demonstrated extensive experience in the planning, development of medium - high risk procurement to meet the strategic and operational business needs within a complex organisation.
- Highly-developed written communication skills with the demonstrated ability to prepare and present complex procurement and technical documentation to a range of stakeholders.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE923063
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 17 October 2024
