Senior Advisers

About Ngamuru Advisory and the Opportunities

Established in 2016, Ngamuru is a provider of strategic advisory and commercial services to Commonwealth and State/Territory Governments and their related agencies. We inspire and enable our clients to deliver great projects and initiatives for the good of the nation by providing practical, common-sense, and effective advice and assistance.

Our strength comes from engaging talented, ethical, and experienced people who combine their practical and hands-on experiences with their passion for delivering great outcomes for Government. Our people have established reputations for their expertise, professionalism, reliability, and enthusiasm.

Ngamuru engages specialist advisers with a diverse range of expertise to support a wide range of projects and initiatives undertaken by Government agencies. Our advisers work directly with client teams in delivering commercial advisory services or designing or implementing Government policies and frameworks.

We have multiple vacancies upcoming in the commercial assurance, contracting and procurement space. These opportunities can be part-time or full-time, depending on your availability. We have vacancies in Canberra, Melbourne and Brisbane.

Position Responsibilities

The main duties of the Senior Adviser include:

• Contract management of ASDEFCON/Commonwealth Contracting Suite contracts for both materiel acquisition and support and supplies as well as software. For example, activities such as processing contract changes, reviewing contract deliverables, managing contractor performance, leading negotiation with prime contractors, developing delegate approvals, developing contract management plans etc.
• Leading complex procurement activities and developing request documents. For example, activities such as developing contracts, procurement strategies, endorsements to proceed, tender evaluation plans, evaluation reports, liability risk assessments, managing the procurement schedule etc.
• Developing/mentoring APS commercial staff.
• Coordinating project representation at key contract meetings.
• Identifying and managing commercial risks.
• Preparing internal briefs, approval submissions and reports.
• Participating in contract workshops and forums as required.
• Assuring compliance with contract requirements and relevant departmental procurement policies.
• Providing accurate and timely commercial advice and guidance to delegates and stakeholders.
• Other ad hoc commercial support as requested.

What we are looking for

• Qualifications in procurement or related field.
• A current or recently expired (within 12 months) security clearance certified by a Federal Government Agency at Baseline (NV1 Preferred).
• Significant experience in federal and/or state government materiel procurement and/or contract management.
• Experience identifying and managing commercial risks related to procurement and contract management.
• Strong understanding of probity requirements for Commonwealth procurement.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Experience managing stakeholder relationships.
• Extensive knowledge of Commonwealth procurement regulations and policies such as the PGPA Act, procurement connected policies, Commonwealth Procurement Rules etc.
• The ability to work in a team as well as work independently.
• The ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Experience in ASDEFCON/Commonwealth Contracting suite of contracting templates or equivalent complex contracting documentation.
• Willingness to travel domestically as required.

If you think you are not suitable for the role because you only meet some and not all of the criteria, we encourage you to still apply for the role.

What We Offer in Return

Our employee value proposition is:

Our people and our work.

• Highly skilled professionals who value diversity of thought and inclusive practices.
• Interesting work which requires staff to resolve complex problems.
• Outcomes focused business, not driven by metrics.

Salary, benefits, and rewards.

• Competitive salaries; employee profit sharing scheme; parking allowance for advisers; paid parental leave; recognition of employee birthdays and anniversaries.
• Professional development opportunities
• We are committed to a culture of ongoing learning and information sharing.
• We provide opportunities for staff to continue to develop their professional skills.

Flexibility

• Our staff have agency over when, where and how their work is performed (within the limits of client requirements).
• Laptops are provided to staff to help facilitate flexible working arrangements.

How to Apply

If you think you are a good fit for this role, click apply now and upload your resume and a cover letter articulating your suitability for the role.  Applications close Monday, 29 May 2024, however as we have some immediate vacancies, we will screen applications as they come in.