Senior Officer Grade C - Assistant Director Procurement

Senior Officer Grade C - Assistant Director Procurement (Job Number: 026S5)

Description

Directorate

Canberra Health Services

Branch

Finance & Business Intelligence

Section

Procurement and Supply

Position Number

54975, several

Position Title

Assistant Director, Procurement

Classification

Senior Officer Grade C

Vacancy Type

Temporary Full-time

Vacancy Length

12 months

Location

The Canberra Hospital, Garran ACT

Base Annual Salary

$114,928 - $123,710

Contact Officer

James Robinson, (02) 51243015, James.Robinson@act.gov.au

Closing Date

5 December 2022

Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together

Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community

Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

POSITION OVERVIEW

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person-centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary, and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website: www.canberrahealthservices.act.gov.au

Finance and Business Intelligence (FBI) provide strategic and operational financial and performance information to Canberra Health Services. Additionally, the branch manages procurement, supply, revenue, patient accounts services and health information services.

The Assistant Director, Procurement (SOGC) is a critical role within our organisation that reports to the Director, Procurement under the Senior Director (Infrastructure Manager/Specialist 3), who leads the Procurement and Supply Branch within FBI.

The role has responsibility for the delivery of procurement services for CHS including project management, governance, compliance, reporting and analysis.

As part of the Procurement & Supply Branch senior officers’ team, the role will ensure that:

procurement activities are consistently managed across the organisation;
compliance with all relevant legislation is achieved;
best practice procurement processes are implemented; and,
value for money is achieved for CHS.

We are seeking a procurement specialist with a strong customer centric approach to their practice. You will be familiar with procurement principles and enjoy working in partnership with others. You will provide specialist advice and support to stakeholders to facilitate the successful delivery of procurement activities, in accordance with CHS procurement processes. The Assistant Director of Procurement will have a high degree of emotional intelligence, being able to adjust communication styles for different audiences. In addition, we are looking to develop skills across a range of general areas, such as strategic and analytical thinking, leadership and staff development, project management, communication, negotiation, written and representation skills. We are continually updating and improving our systems, knowledge and processes, and want staff who can adapt and lead others in a dynamic environment.

You will be self-motivated, responsive and show initiative, and have sound judgement, professional resilience and personal drive. You can think on your feet and work effectively under pressure and within time deadlines to deliver high-quality advice and outcomes that align with strategic goals.

DUTIES

Reporting to the Director, Procurement the position is responsible for the delivery of services and co-ordination of day-to-day activities. You will:

Utilise your project management skills and experience to deliver multiple procurement projects with competing priorities aligned with program milestones, ensuring favourable outcomes are achieved for the organisation.
Provide specialist advice and support to stakeholders to facilitate the successful delivery of procurement activities. This includes compliance with CHS procurement processes and legislation, and assisting with risk assessment, funding options, planning and contract development.
Partner with business units to prepare auditable and concise procurement documents for Delegate approval.
Utilise your organisation, communication and interpersonal skills to influence positive project outcomes, trust and rapport.
Provide leadership and demonstrate commitment to high quality customer service activities on all matters pertaining to Procurement & Supply.
Undertake other duties appropriate to this level of classification which contribute to the operation of the organisation.

ABOUT YOU

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. 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 Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, or Questioning (LGBTIQ) are particularly encouraged to apply.

Behavioural Capabilities

Effective and positive leadership skills to build a positive culture of feedback, reflective practice and learning by fostering a collaborative learning environment.
A high-level communicator, with demonstrated interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the organisation, and proven ability to liaise with both technical employees and business users.
Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy, think about future challenges with ability to influence the team and stakeholders to implement innovative solutions.
Displays critical thinking skills and forms defensible conclusions based on evidence and sound judgement, and the ability to positively influence outcomes aligned with the CHS strategic and corporate plans

Position Requirements/Qualifications:
CHS is leading the drive to digitally transform health service delivery in Australia through the implementation of a territory wide Digital Health Record. Computer literacy skills are required which are relevant to this role as you will be responsible for completing required documentation and becoming a proficient user of the Digital Health Record and/or other Information Technology systems; once proficient, you will need to remain current with changes, updates and contingencies.

Desirable

Relevant tertiary qualifications and experience in either clinical, operational management or policy development including extensive analytical background within a health care system are highly desirable.
A minimum of five years’ experience working professionally in a public sector and /or demanding client project environment is preferred.
The successful applicant will need to be available for occasional weekend and after-hours work, with access to flex time.
Have an understanding of how the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) indicators align with this role.
Fulfil the responsibilities of this role in alignment to the CHS Exceptional Care Framework, Clinical Governance Framework, Partnering With Consumers Framework and all other related frameworks.

Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:

Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.

Note: There are several full-time temporary positions available for 12 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

WHAT YOU REQUIRE

These are the key selection criteria for how you will be assessed in conjunction with your curriculum vitae and experience:

Demonstrated experience in successfully delivering end to end procurement projects.
Proven high level organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands and tight deadlines in a team environment.
Ability to analyse data from various sources to develop meaningful information that facilitates sound business decisions.
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including the ability to handle sensitive issues, influence positive outcomes and consult effectively.
Demonstrates understanding of, and adherence to, safety and quality standards, work, health and safety (WH&S) and the positive patient experience. Displays behaviour consistent with CHS’s values of reliable, progressive, respectful and kind.

HOW TO APPLY / OR WANT TO KNOW MORE?

Applications must be submitted through the e-recruitment system. Applications must include a copy of a current curriculum vitae, and

A pitch of no more than two pages outlining what sets you apart from other candidates by highlighting your skills, knowledge and experience using specific, relevant examples of your work.

CHS Contact: James Robinson, (02) 51243015, James.Robinson@act.gov.au

Job: General/Administrative
Salary Range: 114,928.00 - 123,710.00
Contact Name: James Robinson
Contact Email: James.robinson@act.gov.au
Closing Date: 05/Dec/2022, 6:59:00 AM

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