This role is located at the Bastow Institute of Educational Leadership and will lead the procurement process for a number of procurement activities within Bastow. Specifically, this will involve the scoping, planning, development of documentation and implementation of the procurement process. In addition, the role will support project management efforts across Bastow including the capability building of team members in procurement processes and procurement knowledge as it is applied in the Bastow context. This position requires the successful applicant to demonstrate a high level of initiative, experience and knowledge in the scoping, development and implementation of the procurement process. To support effeciency and timeliness, the successful applicant will posses strong written communication skills as well as planning and organising skills.

Senior Project and Procurement Officer (fixed term, 12 months)

An exciting opportunity exists in Bastow Institute of Educational Leadership (Bastow) for a Senior Project and Procurement Officer.

The position will lead the procurement process for a number of procurement activities within Bastow. Specifically, this will involve the scoping, planning, development of documentation and implementation of the procurement process. In addition, the role will support project management efforts across Bastow including the capability building of team members in procurement processes and procurement knowledge as it is applied in the Bastow context.

Key capabilities and accountabilities include:

• Strong stakeholder management, relationship building and communication skills
• Sound knowledge and demonstrated experience in government procurement and contract management processes and policies
• Experience in project planning, implementation, management and evaluation
• Conceptual and analytical ability
• Planning and Organising to support multiple teams across Bastow in their project and procurement needs.

Please provide a current CV and separate document addressing the Key Selection Criteria in your application.

For more details regarding this position please see attached position description.

Department of Education and Training is committed to diversity. The Department places considerable effort and resources into responding to the needs of staff with a disability. People from disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply for this position. If you require assistance, with the recruitment process, have accessibility or adjustment requirements, please communicate with the contact person listed on this job advertisement or contact the People Division via email: vps.hr.services@edumail.vic.gov.au

Information about the Department of Education and Training's operations and employment conditions can be obtained from the following websites: www.education.vic.gov.au and http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx.

Applications close 3 March 2021