Principal Procurement and Contracts Officer

This is a 12 month fixed term opportunity reporting to the Chief Finance Officer.

About the role

We are searching for an experienced senior Procurement and Contracts Officer to provide oversight of procurement processes and to build a procurement framework for the State Solicitor's Office.

About the SSO

The SSO is the longest standing legal practice in Perth having been established in 1838. It became an independent sub-department in October 2021 and has primary responsibility within the Government of Western Australia for ensuring the Government and all agencies are provided with comprehensive and high quality legal advisory and advocacy services.

The Corporate Service section is responsible for oversight of governance, finance, human resources, records management and information services to the SSO.

How to apply

Submit:

1. A current comprehensive resume including the contact details of two referees.
2. A statement of no more than two (2) pages addressing your extensive Procurement and/or contract management experience across a range of sectors including goods and services procurement activities. 

All remaining Job Related Requirements will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.

To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. Emailed applications will not be accepted.

Eligibility

All employees are required to undergo employment screening, which includes a National Criminal History Check and other checks that may be relevant to the position requirements.

Equity and Diversity

The SSO is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.

Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact SSOHR at *****@sso.wa.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

Further Information

If you would like further information on these opportunities please contact Jo Coates, Director HR on (08) 9264 6*** for a confidential discussion.