Procurement and Facilities Services are seeking 2 x highly motivated Managers to join our Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Category Management team. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing the delivery of procurement projects including initial planning, development of relevant documentation and establishment of contracts.

One position is available from 1 August 2025 to 14 November 2025, unless otherwise determined.

Second position is available ASAP for a period of 12 months, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

About the Department of Education:

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity,  offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

Your Opportunity:

• Provide high quality procurement advice to the Director and Chief Procurement Office, Procurement Services Branch, key internal stakeholders and clients
• Manage branch staff and project team members in the delivery of high-quality procurement services to the Department, while working with other Government agencies, industry representatives and networks to enhance procurement practice and implement Government objectives.
• The Manager reports directly to the Director, ICT Category, Finance, Procurement and Facilities Services Branch, Corporate and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Services Division.

About the Role:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

• Lead and manage a diverse procurement team, including public servants and contractors, to deliver end-to-end procurement services.
• Provide mentoring, guidance, and development opportunities to staff and offer expert advice to internal and external stakeholders across government and industry.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies in collaboration with key stakeholders to achieve departmental and government priorities while minimising risk.
• Exercise delegated procurement authority, overseeing sourcing activities and contract management processes to ensure compliance and value for money.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive procurement records to support probity, transparency, and audit requirements.

Highly desirable skills and experience:

• Comprehensive working knowledge of the Queensland Government's Procurement Framework (or similar), processes, policy and legislation, tender and contracting procedures and contract management processes
• Well organised, able to multi-task with demonstrated ability to work well under pressure, effectively manage competing priorities and remain agile in a fast-paced working environment
• A confident communication style with the ability to tailor correspondence and advice across management levels and depending on your audience; and
• You will have experience in leading and managing team members and working within an inclusive team environment.
• Level 3 or higher in Government (Procurement and Contracting)
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the Queensland Information Technology Contracting (QITC) Framework (or similar)

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. 

How to apply:

• Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A maximum 1-page written response outlining your suitability to the role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. 

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. 

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. 

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• CO650129_25T - Role Description (PDF, 189KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants