Procurement Officer (Administrative Officer 5)
Department of Corporate and Digital Development NT – Darwin NT
DevelopmentJob title Procurement Officer Designation Administrative Officer 5Job type Full time Duration OngoingSalary $90,946 - $95,468 Location DarwinPosition number 39879 RTF 342478 Closing 31/03/2026Contact officer Rachael Morgan, Director Procurement Services on 08 8999 24***or ***************@nt.gov.auAbout the agency https://dcdd.nt.gov.auApply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=342478
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOURTERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plansThe NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodatespeople with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitmentprocess or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and themerit process, go to the OCPE website.Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measuresplans, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objectiveProvide centralised procurement advisory and support services to client agencies in accordance with Agency ProcurementServices' Service Statement, the Northern Territory Government (NTG) Procurement Framework and Buy Local Policy.Services include advice and support to agencies in the preparation of tender and contract documentation, procurementassessments, contract award and contract management advice.
Key duties and responsibilities
* Provide customer focussed procurement assistance and advice to enable informed decisions in accordance with procurement principles and compliance with the NTG Procurement Framework.
* Prepare procurement tender and quotation documents incorporating technical specifications provided by agencies, resolve enquiries from prospective tenderers, and prepare tender specific evaluation reports to assist agencies to undertake tender assessment.
* Provide accurate contract administration services to meet internal and external requirements.
* Assist in the development of reports and briefings as required to support agency procurement activities to meet internal and external requirements.
* Regularly monitor work to ensure the quantity, quality and timeliness of outputs.
Selection criteriaEssential
* Sound knowledge and understanding of procurement policy and legislation with the capability to prepare procurement documentation in a public or private sector environment or demonstrated transferable skill sets to an equivalent standard (e.g. Project Management, Human Resources with the ability to quickly acquire the knowledge).
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with a diverse range of stakeholders including providing guidance and advice to client agencies.
* Sound written skills with high attention to detail with the ability to prepare documents, reports and briefs to a high level of accuracy.
* Demonstrated commitment to high personal work standards in the delivery of customer focussed services.
* Demonstrated organisation skills and a proven record of achieving results within agreed timeframes.
* High level of computer literacy with experience in using the Microsoft Office suite of products, Content Manager and procurement systems or equivalents.
* Demonstrated work ethic and attitude which emulates DCDD values of being professional, accountable, honest, innovative and respectful.
Desirable
* Experience in undertaking and/or providing procurement support.
* Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting or Business Administration or Qualification in a relevant discipline e.g. commerce, business or law.
Further informationThe recommended applicant will be required to undergo a criminal history check prior to selection being confirmed. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history. Please refer to the Capability Framework and visit our website at https://dcdd.nt.gov.au
Approved: 05/02/2026 David Keirs, Acting Executive Director Commercial Services
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Procurement Advisor (Administrative Officer 6)
Department of Corporate and Digital Development NT – Darwin NT
DevelopmentJob title Procurement Advisor Designation Administrative Officer 6Job type Full time Duration OngoingSalary $99,519 - $110,953 Location DarwinPosition number 39879 RTF 342478 Closing 31/03/2026Contact officer Rachael Morgan, Director Procurement Services on 08 8999 24***or ***************@nt.gov.auAbout the agency https://dcdd.nt.gov.auApply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=342478
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOURTERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plansThe NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodatespeople with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitmentprocess or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and themerit process, go to the OCPE website.Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measuresplans, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objectiveProvide centralised procurement advisory and support services to client agencies in accordance with Agency ProcurementServices' Service Statement, the Northern Territory Government (NTG) Procurement Framework and Buy Local Policy.Services include advice and support to agencies in the preparation of tender and contract documentation, procurementassessments, contract award and contract management advice.
Key duties and responsibilities
* Provide advice and assistance to client agencies to enable informed decisions to be made based on sound procurement principles while ensuring compliance with the NTG Procurement Framework.
* Provide operational support, guidance and advice to key stakeholders on all aspects of the procurement function to encourage innovative practices, to achieve delivery of business outcomes and support NTG policy direction.
* Prepare procurement tender and quotation documents incorporating technical specifications provided by client agencies, resolve enquiries from prospective tenderers, and prepare evaluation reports to assist client agencies to undertake procurement assessments.
* Work collaboratively and constructively with client agency staff to achieve effective and efficient procurement processes and outcomes, and support procurement awareness and capability.
* Continuously monitor workflows to ensure that Service Statement expectations are being achieved.
Selection criteriaEssential
* Demonstrated sound working knowledge, understanding and application of procurement management principles, processes and requirements either in a public or private sector environment, or demonstrated transferrable skillset in a similar corporate environment e.g. Project Management, Human Resources with the ability to quickly acquire the knowledge.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and interact confidently with a diverse range of stakeholders including mentoring, presentations and training.
* Well-developed written skills with the ability to prepare procurement documents, reports and briefs to a high standard for and in collaboration with supported client agencies.
* Demonstrated commitment to high personal work standards in the delivery of client focussed services.
* Demonstrated high level organisation skills with the ability to work well under pressure with a proven record of achieving results within agreed timeframes.
* High level of computer literacy with experience in using the Microsoft Office suite of products, Content Manager and Agencies Purchase Requisitions Online or equivalents.
* Demonstrated work ethic and attitude which emulates DCDD values of commitment to service, innovation, ethical practice, accountability, impartiality, diversity and respect.
Desirable
* Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting or qualification in a relevant discipline e.g. commerce, business or law.
Further informationThe recommended applicant will be required to undergo a criminal history check prior to selection being confirmed. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history. Please refer to the Capability Framework and visit our website at https://dcdd.nt.gov.au
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Approved: 05/02/2026 David Keirs, Acting Executive Director Commercial Services
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