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Synergie Australia is seeking an APS5 Procurement and Contract Officer for a trusted Federal Government client within the Business Operations Branch in Canberra.
The important parts:
* Pay: $58 - $62 per hour + Super | Duration: 12 Month temporary contract, potential for further 12 month extension
* Hours: Monday–Friday | 37.5 hours per week | Flexible work arrangements considered
* Location: Canberra, ACT
* Application deadline: 17th February
What you will be required to do:
You'll support the delivery of strategic procurement and contract management activities within Open Arms, ensuring compliance with the Commonwealth Procurement Framework and contributing to high-quality business operations.
* Develop and review procurement artefacts under direction
* Support tender processes, including evaluation of submissions in line with Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs)
* Contribute to the preparation of recommendation reports and evaluation documentation
* Manage medium-risk contracts including governance, risk, performance and financial oversight
* Develop contract documentation and contract management plans
* Review and process supplier invoices in accordance with procurement policies and financial delegations
* Identify and resolve invoice discrepancies
* Maintain procurement registers and contract records using systems such as TechOne
* Prepare contract variations and exemption requests
* Provide secretariat support to contract committee meetings (agendas, minutes, action tracking)
* Interpret and apply government procurement and contract management policies
* Develop reports, briefings, papers and correspondence
* Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
To be successful in the role you will:
* Demonstrated understanding of the Commonwealth Procurement Framework, including the Commonwealth Procurement Rules
* Experience supporting approaches to market and tender evaluations
* Experience administering or managing Commonwealth contracts
* Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills
* High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a small team
* Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
* Australian Citizenship (mandatory)
* Ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance
What's on offer for you:
* Opportunity to contribute to services supporting Australia's veteran community
* Exposure to strategic, higher-value procurements
* Collaborative and inclusive APS environment
* Flexible working arrangements
* Valuable Federal Government experience at APS5 level
Synergie Australia delivers a full 360º recruitment solution, consisting of temporary and permanent recruitment services, and more. Safety is of the highest priority, and Synergie Australia prides itself on fostering a culture that champions guidance and care in the workforce. Beyond recruitment, Synergie Australia is motivated to improve everyday standards within the working landscape so people can thrive today, and in the future. This approach delivers real change to communities by improving workplaces, local economies, inequalities, and changes to the climate. If you aspire for better, let's work together.
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