About State Emergencies and Support Command (SESC)
State Emergencies and Support Command drives Victoria Police's strategic agenda and operational response for emergency management, custodial management, and events management.
The State Emergencies and Support Command is a highly focused and dynamic Command that identifies and delivers key priorities and essential services for Victoria Police to ensure the safety of the Victorian community. The Command is an integral part of Victoria Police and aims to provide public value and enhance community confidence in Victoria Police through its support of the organisation's operational functions. The Operational Communications Division (OCD) within SESC is responsible for the service delivery of the Police Assistance Line and Online Reporting (PAL/OLR), Triple Zero Computer Aided Dispatch, Metropolitan Mobile Radio, Regional Mobile Radio and Managed Device Service.
The position is based at the Victoria Police Centre, 311 Spencer Street, Docklands 3008, however you may be required to work at any other division within the Command and travel to other Victoria Police sites as required.
Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and supports flexible working arrangements.
Your duties will include:
1. Lead a range of procurement activities directly related to the projects.
2. Develop and maintain strong working relationships and lines of communication with internal and external stakeholders.
3. Conduct research and analysis to support stakeholder procurement needs are met.
4. Provide authoritative guidance and advice.
5. Contribute to broader procurement initiatives in Victoria Police resulting in cost saving outcomes.
As the successful applicant, you will have:
6. A demonstrated knowledge of procurement practices and contract management principles, and the ability to apply this knowledge at organisational level,
7. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, fostering a safe, positive and productive workplace culture,
8. A demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team to solve complex procurement issues as they arise,
9. A commitment to ethical conduct and confidentiality in line with Victoria Police Code of Ethics and Conduct, Organisational Values and the Financial Code of Practice.
Requirements and relevant information:
10. Two (2) x full time, fixed term positions until 31/12/2025 are available.
11. The positions are located at Victoria Police Centre, 311 Spencer Street, Docklands.
12. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.
13. The successful applicant will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening.
Your application must include:
14. Resume
15. Completed application form – the word document (2. Application form) for you to complete and attach to your submission, is attached to the job advertisement.
Applications close midnight, Sunday 10 September 2023.
Please Note: All applications will need to be submitted through one of the following platforms; Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) website, Victorian Government careers website ( or Seek. Applications will not be accepted via other platforms or email.
Current Victorian Government employees must apply via Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE).
For further information, please contact: Steve Huybens on (03) 85331964 or .
If you have a disability/medical condition and require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirements/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process, please contact VPS Recruitment via email or on (03) 8335 8081.
About Us:
Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety.
Having a workforce that reflects the community we serve is important to Victoria Police. We want to attract and retain people of all genders, ages, religions, disability, sexual orientation, family and caring responsibilities, and cultures including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage. If you are interested in a position, we encourage you to apply as we celebrate the benefit that diversity brings to our employees, our services, and our community.
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