BDCP-Eligible APS6 Contracting Officer

Australian Department of Defence; Australian Capital Territory; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BDCP entitlement

Job summary

Australian Department of Defence – Weston Creek ACT is seeking an APS 6 Contracting Officer to lead procurement and contract management activities within the Australian Defence College. You will develop procurement documentation, contracts and reports while advising stakeholders on governance, planning and compliance.

The role involves managing procurement from planning through to contract establishment and administration, ensuring value for money and adherence to policy.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering procurement and contract management outcomes in government or complex organisations.
• Knowledge of procurement governance, compliance and risk management.
• Ability to interpret policies, legislation and procedural requirements.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement and contract management activities across the Australian Defence College.
• Develop procurement documents, contracts, briefs and reports.
• Manage contractor engagement and contract performance.
• Provide procurement, contracting and governance advice to stakeholders.
• Monitor compliance with Commonwealth and Defence procurement frameworks.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, practices and outcomes.

Skills

Procurement & contracts

Governance & compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Contract administration

Advice & briefing

Job description

Australian Department of Defence – Weston Creek ACT is seeking an APS 6 Contracting Officer to lead procurement and contract management activities within the Australian Defence College. You will develop procurement documentation, contracts and reports while advising stakeholders on governance, planning and compliance.

The role involves managing procurement from planning through to contract establishment and administration, ensuring value for money and adherence to policy.