The Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) is seeking a Procurement Officer to join the Procurement and Contract Services Unit. The Procurement and Contract Services Unit is responsible for leading, developing and managing the procurement activities of the QCAA. The unit is responsible for providing advice to senior management and internal clients regarding due process, probity, and value for money.

Job details

What you will do

In the Procurement Officer role, you will:

• Undertake procurement and contract management, in accordance with legislation and agency policies and procedures ensuring that risk, probity and transparency requirements are addressed.
• Communicate with internal stakeholders to provide procurement advice and support under the application of the Queensland Government and QCAA Procurement Policies, associated procedures, and best practice governance.
• Negotiate and consult with internal and external stakeholders regarding procurement and contract related issues to identify specific business needs and to facilitate compliance within the required timeframes.
• Demonstrate knowledge of government initiatives, Standing Offer Arrangements and contracting requirements and frameworks.
• Undertake research on relevant supplier markets, capabilities, and technology.
• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative, and productive working relationships and partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders with the view of maintaining knowledge and raising awareness and compliance with the Queensland Government and QCAA procurement policies and associated procedures and to ensure procurement and contract management services are responsive to current and future needs.
• Contribute to the development of reports and briefing notes to support procurement initiatives including preparation of high­ quality briefing material and correspondence.
• Undertake related projects and other duties of equivalent complexity to support the Manager as required.

Reporting relationships

This role reports to the Manager, Procurement and Contract Services. No roles report directly to this role.

What we are looking for

The QCAA is committed to selecting the person best suited to the role and to furthering equity and diversity. We strongly encourage applications from all gender groups, Aboriginal people, Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with all abilities.

The ideal candidate for this role:

• Prioritises projects and tasks efficiently, in line with team commitments (leads strategically)
• Challenges the status quo by asking questions to bridge information gaps and clearly define new opportunities (stimulates ideas and innovation)
• Communicates in clear, succinct, and deliberate manner, adjusting the message so that it resonates with different stakeholders. (builds enduring relationships)
• Welcomes challenges in the delivery of work and demonstrates persistence in working through obstacles. (drives accountability and outcomes)
• Demonstrates respect and appreciation for legislation and policy frameworks by consistently operating to key standards. (demonstrates sound governance).

Further information

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

Documents

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

• AO5_Procurement Officer (PDF, 150KB)
  Role Description
  
  QCAA Information for applicants (PDF, 215KB)
  Information Package for Applicants