Assistant Procurement Officer

Company description:

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners - from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.

We ensure young children get the best start in life by supporting and regulating the early childhood education and care sector. We unlock excellence and unleash the potential of two-thirds of school children in NSW. We're proudly public and the largest education system in Australia. We nurture opportunities for every learner to develop the skills needed for their chosen career path, helping shape the industries of tomorrow.

We respect and value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia., please visit http://www.dec.nsw.gov.au/

Job description:

Assistant Procurement Officer

• Ongoing Full-Time
• Location: Parramatta (Flexible)
• Flexible work-life balance
• Competitive salary
• 35 hour week

About the Department of Education

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners - from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.

We ensure young children get the best start in life by supporting and regulating the early childhood education and care sector. We unlock excellence and unleash the potential of two-thirds of school children in NSW. We're proudly public and the largest education system in Australia. We nurture opportunities for every learner to develop the skills needed for their chosen career path, helping shape the industries of tomorrow.

We respect and value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia. please visit NSW Department of Education

About the role

Provide assistance in the management of the procurement function and undertake low value/low risk procurement activities as directed.

For further information please click here to view the role description

Essential requirements of the role

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in procurement or in a related discipline and/or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of, and commitment to, the value of public education.

Key knowledge and experience

• Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department's Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department's Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

About you

The ideal candidate:

• Flexible and proactive responsiveness to change direction and priorities.
• Self-directed and highly motivated.
• Strong team player and ability to work collaboratively.
• High level communication skills, both verbal and written.

How to apply

When applying you will need to:

Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 3 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role as well as providing answers to the 2 pre-screening questions below:

Targeted Question 1

Please provide an example of a tender or contract process you were involved in. What was your involvement and what was the outcome?

Targeted Question 2

Provide a brief outline of the relevant NSW procurement legislation, policies, and frameworks that apply to this role?

Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.

Closing date: 02 May 2024 at 11:59pm.

For role enquiries please contact Christopher Dale at ***************@det.nsw.edu.au

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (*****@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion."

A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process. A talent pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.

We offer:

· Ongoing Full-Time

· Location: Parramatta (Flexible)

· Flexible work-life balance

· Competitive salary

· 35 hour week