Overview
Administrative Officer 5 - Remuneration Package Range $107,576 - $112,834 (including salary $90,946 - $95,468)
Administrative Officer 6 - Remuneration Package Range $117,546 - $130,843 (including salary $99,519 - $110,953)
Agency Procurement Services
Darwin
Several full time ongoing vacancies are available
Selection will be made at the AO5 or AO6 level depending on the experience of the successful applicant.
Apply your working knowledge of procurement or your transferable skills in Project Management or Human Resources to a career in Procurement Services.
The Department of Corporate and Digital Development (DCDD) is a comprehensive, sophisticated central corporate services agency that undertakes a unified enterprise-wide approach to delivering corporate and digital services to Northern Territory Government (NTG) agencies.
DCDD's Agency Procurement Services provides centralised procurement advisory and support services in accordance with their Service Statement, NTG Procurement Framework and Buy Local Policy. Services include advice and support in the preparation of tender and contract documentation, procurement assessments, contract award and contract management advice.
Currently, there are several vacancies for Procurement Officers (AO5) and Procurement Advisors (AO6) in the Darwin team. Applicants will be evaluated against each level and offers of employment will be made based on the successful applicant's experience and expertise.
As a Procurement Officer (AO5), your role will involve providing customer focussed procurement assistance and advice to client agencies to enable them to make informed decisions in accordance with procurement principles while ensuring compliance with the NTG Procurement Framework.
Your key duties include:
* Preparing procurement tender and quotation documents
* Providing accurate contract administration services
* Assisting in developing reports and briefings to support agency procurement activities.
As a Procurement Advisor (AO6), you will advise and assist client agencies in making informed decision on sound procurement principles whilst ensuring compliance with the NTG Procurement Framework.
Your key duties include:
* Providing operational support, guidance and advice to key stakeholders on procurement function
* Preparing procurement tender and quotation documents with technical specifications and evaluation reports.
Both roles require a sound understanding of procurement policy and legislation, with demonstrated experience of procurement management principles or transferable skills in areas such as Project Management or Human Resources. Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiating skills are essential for success.
Completion or progress towards completion of a Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting or relevant qualifications will be well received.
In return, you will enjoy a rewarding career with a competitive remuneration package that includes 12% superannuation, 6 weeks annual recreation and 3 weeks personal leave, 3 days paid Christmas closedown leave, 17.5% annual leave loading and professional development opportunities to grow your career among supportive colleagues in the public sector.
This is a great time to consider a move to the Northern Territory. Enjoy an enviable lifestyle and work-life balance, explore picturesque landscapes, and experience spectacular sunsets, lightning displays and an amazing tropical climate with an array of food, arts and culture. The Territory is a rich melting pot of cultures with a strong community spirit, making it an easy place to live, work and make new friends.
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* https://dcdd.nt.gov.au/
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* https://jointheterritory.nt.gov.au/
* https://jointheterritory.nt.gov.au/work/work-for-nt-government
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* https://jointheterritory.nt.gov.au/live
* https://jointheterritory.nt.gov.au/move/regional-living-guides/darwin-and-surrounds
The NTPS values diversity and inclusion and aims for a workforce that represents the community. Under the agency's Special Measures Plan, eligible Aboriginal applicants will receive priority consideration; however, people from all diversity groups are encouraged to apply.
For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Rachael Morgan, Director Procurement Services 8999 2414 or rachael.morgan2@nt.gov.au
Quote vacancy number: 39879
Closing date: 31/03/2026
Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.
For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit the following: https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search
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