Assistant Director - Procurement Services

Our client is a government agency that is responsible for the development and implementation of whole of Government procurement policies and providing procurement related services to ACT Government agencies and the community

Job Description: 

The Assistant Director will lead a business unit to deliver high quality procurement advisory services to ACT Public Service and the Community.

The functions of the unit include responding formally to specific procurement related questions/enquiries and supporting the Tenders ACT platform

Responsibilities:

• Supervise staff members to provide the procurement enablement services to the ACT Public Service and the public 
• Provide leadership to uplift capability so the team can provide expert guidance on procurement processes
• Assist stakeholders in navigating procurement decisions; ensuring compliance with legislation and the pursuit of value for money 
• Provide timely and accurate responses to queries, proactive problem solving, and collaboration with relevant stakeholders 
• Act as an expert to provide advice for more complex procurement matters.
• Provide quality assurance on work output.
• Design, develop and implement business processes and procedures to ensure the effective and efficient functioning of the unit - including maintaining system security and alignment with the procurement framework
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders  

Skills and Experience:

The role suits a person with comprehensive procurement experience across the lifecycle of government procurement, who is looking to build on their leadership experience and progress their career

• 3-5 years of experience in a government procurement or related field; preferably across the full lifecycle of procurement
• Knowledge of the ACT Government procurement framework
• Understanding of procurement regulation, governance and processes  
• Relevant tertiary qualifications would be highly desired, for example, Certificate IV in Government (Procurement & Contracting) or an Advanced Diploma of Government (Procurement & Contracting)
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and diverse strategic business partnerships; including with stakeholders
• Understanding of public service values covering ethical standards and a demonstrated self-awareness, professionalism
• Experience managing or guiding staff an advantage (not essential)

Consultant: Colin Massey

Keywords: procurement, government procurement, ACT government procurement framework, regulation, policy