AddressTitle: ITS Contract and Procurement Officer
Division: Information Technology Services
Classification: ANU Officer Grade 8 (Administration)
Salary package: $109,945 - $117,567 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full Time, Fixed Term (up to 3 years)
Location: Canberra (opportunity for flexible working)
Position Description & Selection Criteria: PD - ANU8 - Contract and Procurement Officer.pdf
Closing Date: 09 June 2024
- We offer generous remuneration and conditions including 17% superannuation
- We have a 35 hour work week and 4 weeks Annual Leave plus End of Year shutdown
- We support flexible working including hybrid and remote work
- We provide a range of development and training opportunities
About the Role
Information Technology Services (ITS) plays a crucial role in providing essential IT solutions to support the University's excellence in research, teaching, and public policy. The ITS Contractsand Procurement team is pivotal in ensuring the smooth acquisition of IT resources and services. We are currently seeking an experienced individual to join the team as the ITS Contract & Procurement Officer. This role involves actively participating in various IT procurements, resolving challenging procurement issues, and contributing to the strategic development of procurement processes. The successful candidate will work closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors, ensuring that procurement activities align with the University's objectives and support the overall IT strategy.
The ITS Contractsand Procurement team is looking for someone with practical procurement experience, a strong ability to navigate and resolve complex and challenging procurement matters, and a collaborative mindset to work effectively within a small, supportive team environment. This role offers an opportunity to contribute directly to the enhancement of IT services at ANU and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to driving excellence in information technology across the University.
Key Duties:
- Preparing all procurement documents, both internal and for release to market.
- Providing guidance to evaluation teams throughout the procurement process.
- Keeping IT procurement templates up to date.
- Liaising with suppliers throughout the procurement life cycle.
- Drafting contracts and negotiating the terms and conditions with successful suppliers.
- Assisting with ongoing contractual and financial management.
About You
We welcome applications from individuals who possess the following attributes:
- A self-starter who likes to work autonomously;
- Has a great attention to detail, producing error free documentation;
- Enjoys being part of a small busy team and providing support to other team members;
- Is committed to providing good internal customer service; and
- Likes to build successful partnerships with external suppliers.
For more information about this position, please contact the ICT Strategic Procurement & Contracts Manager, Lynda Box at *********@anu.edu.au.
About Us
ANU is home to some of the most remarkable people from across the world: visionaries, influential leaders, researchers and advocates creating impact and change nationally, regionally and globally. ANU attracts exceptional staff and students and, through education and enrichment programs, helps them to achieve ambitious goals, and pursue brilliant careers. Ranked in the top 30 universities globally, the first Australian university to be recognised in this elite tier, ANU continues to be an academic resource for the whole of Australia.
About ITS
Information Technology Services (ITS) delivers digital solutions that enable the Australian National University to achieve its strategic goals: a student experience equal to the world’s best, and research that transforms society and creates national capability. ITS is responsible for the University’s digital ecosystem and is leading the delivery of the Digital Master Plan, a 10-year strategic roadmap for the transformation of the University’s digital capability.
Digital Transformation
Informed by extensive consultation with ANU students and staff, the ANU Digital Master Plan (DMP) is a 10-year vision to transform the way our University does business - how we work and think. Our digital future will transform the experience of ANU for our students, researchers, academics, professional staff and the wider community, and we are seeking great people to be a part of this history-making journey. Click here to learn more.
Our Campus
The University's Acton campus is in the heart of Canberra. From here it's an easy walk, bike ride or drive to some of Australia's most significant political and cultural institutions including Australian Parliament House. You'll find all the conveniences of a small suburb including cafes, bars, supermarkets, childcare centres, a newsagency, post office and even a medical centre right on campus! The Acton Campus is well renowned for its landscape setting, with over 10,000 trees and a commitment to maintenance of open space. It's 'park like' environment is a feature that is internationally recognised.
What we can offer you
Our staff enjoy some amazing employee benefits:
- ANU offers competitive remuneration packages including 17% superannuation and regular increases.
- We support flexible and hybrid working, with access to our beautiful, green campus.
- We offer discounted study, with 75% off ANU courses for staff and 25% for your spouse and children (see eligibility).
- We have many professional development initiatives including training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities.
- We have on-site Gyms with staff discounts as well as oval spaces and ANU sports clubs.
- We are a family friendly campus with access to childcare facilities, designated parent rooms and quiet spaces.
- ANU offers salary sacrificing including laptops, childcare, novated car leasing, additional superannuation, and more!
- We offer affordable onsite parking from $34 / fortnight with salary sacrificing options.
- We care about your wellbeing, with access to the Employee Assistance Program, vaccinations and health insurance plan options.
- We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements.
ANU is committed to workforce diversity, creating an inclusive workplace, and providing equal employment opportunities to people with diverse backgrounds and identities. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. Click here to learn more.
Our Vision: Support the development of national unity and identity, improve our understanding of ourselves and our neighbours, provide our nation with research capacity amongst the best in the world, and education in areas vital for our future is our mission.
Our Values: Excellence, Original Thinking, Integrity, Respect, Inclusivity, Diversity
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please ensure that your submission includes the following:
- A statement addressing the selection criteria showing how your skills, experience and approach align with the role in no more than 2 pages.
- A current curriculum vitae (CV)
- The names and contact details of 2 referees. You may include these in your CV or complete these online when prompted in the application form.
Applications which do not provide the above or do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.
Reasonable adjustments to support applicants through this recruitment process can be made available upon request. Requests for adjustments will be treated with the strictest of confidentiality.
Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.
