Senior Procurement Officer & Senior Procurement Specialist

Convenience Buttons:     Time Remaining 14 days The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, housing, community initiatives and regional services reform. About Communities

The work we do at Communities is meaningful and rewarding.   We bring together vital services that support children, young people, families, and communities to grow and ultimately thrive. Working with the Communities can be both personally and professionally rewarding whether you are working in a front-line role or a corporate role.

  All our staff contribute to achieving our common goals, which make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families in our communities. Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.

Join us and work in a role where you can make a real difference to the lives of children, families, individuals, and communities throughout Western Australia. Want to make a difference?  You will!

We are recruiting for various roles across our area. We are looking for resilient and dynamic people with a wide variety of skills, knowledge and experiences to deliver our important outcomes. As a Senior Procurement Officer (Level 5) or as a Senior Procurement Specialist (Level 6), you will provide professional procurement advice to staff across the Department for all types of procurement with a focus on residential work, within the Housing and Homelessness Division.

This includes defining and facilitating better practices; working closely with Stakeholders, Project Managers, Contract Managers and Teams to ensure compliance with State and the Department of Communities Policies, Standards, Processes and procedures. Your responsibilities as a Senior Procurement Officer (Level 5) will include; Leads, supports and develops Contracts, Grants and Agreements, including Procurement Planning, Tender documentation and Evaluation, Contract formation and negotiations in consultation with Stakeholders.

Providing evidence-based advice and guidance to relevant staff on Procurement across Goods, Services, Community Services and Grants. Assisting in the provision of specialist advice on Procurement, Contract and Grant development, Extensions and Variations.

Your responsibilities as a Senior Procurement Specialist (Level 6) will include; Contributing to the development of Organisational Strategies, Policies, and procedures as they relate to Procurement and Contracting. Conducts Business planning and scopes allocated to Projects, including progressing new Contract development opportunities and participation in reengineering existing Contracts and / or Business practices. Providing specialist advice to internal and external Stakeholders on Procurement planning, Contract development and Management issues, including Contract renewal and extension Strategies.

The enclosed Job Description Forms (JDFs) provide more information about the positions. For further information we encourage you to contact Kush Basu Mallick, Senior Procurement and Contracting Manager, on (08) 6414 1927 or email ***************@communities.wa.gov.au during business hours only. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities.

Benefits of Working With

Us Communities offers you career progression, variety, access to comprehensive learning and development, and great employment conditions. Some of these benefits may include: 4 weeks annual leave, 3 days additional public sector holidays, 15 days personal leave per annum, 11% superannuation, full employer contribution, Discount on private health insurance, Access to flexible working arrangements including working from home or alternate work locations for enhanced work life balance, 3 months long service leave for every seven years consecutive service, Eligibility to join the fitness passport program (access to 84 gyms across WA from $13.95 per week), Free access to a confidential employee assistance program for you and your family, which includes psychology and counselling services, Study assistance, 14 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months continuous service, Comprehensive learning and development opportunities that focus on your career aspirations and, 5 days cultural and ceremonial leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. Join the Department of Communities Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only: A current resume/CV.

A two [2] page written application addressing all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF of the position you are applying for. You can apply to one or both positions.

If you are applying for both positions, please ensure that your intent to apply for both positions is clearly stated in your application and address the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) for the Senior Procurement Specialist (Level 6) only. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).

An application form (for hard copy applications only). For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Mali Kalem, HR Consultant, on 0403 689 *** or email *************@communities.wa.gov.au. We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers: TTY/voice calls

Integrity and Honesty The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity. In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process.

For more information on these requirements, click here. Equity and Diversity The Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day.

We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth. If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Mali Kalem. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted. Attachments:

Agency Department of Communities Company Information Description The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, housing, community initiatives and regional services reform. About Communities

The work we do at Communities is meaningful and rewarding.   We bring together vital services that support children, young people, families, and communities to grow and ultimately thrive. Working with the Communities can be both personally and professionally rewarding whether you are working in a front-line role or a corporate role.

  All our staff contribute to achieving our common goals, which make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families in our communities. Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.

Join us and work in a role where you can make a real difference to the lives of children, families, individuals, and communities throughout Western Australia. Want to make a difference?  You will!

We are recruiting for various roles across our area. We are looking for resilient and dynamic people with a wide variety of skills, knowledge and experiences to deliver our important outcomes. As a Senior Procurement Officer (Level 5) or as a Senior Procurement Specialist (Level 6), you will provide professional procurement advice to staff across the Department for all types of procurement with a focus on residential work, within the Housing and Homelessness Division.

This includes defining and facilitating better practices; working closely with Stakeholders, Project Managers, Contract Managers and Teams to ensure compliance with State and the Department of Communities Policies, Standards, Processes and procedures. Your responsibilities as a Senior Procurement Officer (Level 5) will include; Leads, supports and develops Contracts, Grants and Agreements, including Procurement Planning, Tender documentation and Evaluation, Contract formation and negotiations in consultation with Stakeholders.

Providing evidence-based advice and guidance to relevant staff on Procurement across Goods, Services, Community Services and Grants. Assisting in the provision of specialist advice on Procurement, Contract and Grant development, Extensions and Variations.

Your responsibilities as a Senior Procurement Specialist (Level 6) will include; Contributing to the development of Organisational Strategies, Policies, and procedures as they relate to Procurement and Contracting. Conducts Business planning and scopes allocated to Projects, including progressing new Contract development opportunities and participation in reengineering existing Contracts and / or Business practices. Providing specialist advice to internal and external Stakeholders on Procurement planning, Contract development and Management issues, including Contract renewal and extension Strategies.

The enclosed Job Description Forms (JDFs) provide more information about the positions. For further information we encourage you to contact Kush Basu Mallick, Senior Procurement and Contracting Manager, on (08) 6414 1927 or email ***************@communities.wa.gov.au during business hours only. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities.

Benefits of Working With

Us Communities offers you career progression, variety, access to comprehensive learning and development, and great employment conditions. Some of these benefits may include: 4 weeks annual leave, 3 days additional public sector holidays, 15 days personal leave per annum, 11% superannuation, full employer contribution, Discount on private health insurance, Access to flexible working arrangements including working from home or alternate work locations for enhanced work life balance, 3 months long service leave for every seven years consecutive service, Eligibility to join the fitness passport program (access to 84 gyms across WA from $13.95 per week), Free access to a confidential employee assistance program for you and your family, which includes psychology and counselling services, Study assistance, 14 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months continuous service, Comprehensive learning and development opportunities that focus on your career aspirations and, 5 days cultural and ceremonial leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. Join the Department of Communities Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only: A current resume/CV.

A two [2] page written application addressing all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF of the position you are applying for. You can apply to one or both positions.

If you are applying for both positions, please ensure that your intent to apply for both positions is clearly stated in your application and address the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) for the Senior Procurement Specialist (Level 6) only. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).

An application form (for hard copy applications only). For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Mali Kalem, HR Consultant, on 0403 689 *** or email *************@communities.wa.gov.au. We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers: TTY/voice calls

Integrity and Honesty The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity. In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process.

For more information on these requirements, click here. Equity and Diversity The Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day.

We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth. If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Mali Kalem. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted. Attachments