APS 5/6 Procurement and Contract Management Specialist

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APS 5/6 Procurement and Contract Management Specialist APS5/6 Procurement and Contract Management Specialist 12 Month Contract | Canberra Location | APS5 - $55.40 - $59.20 | APS6 - $61.07 - $68.68 | NV1 Security Clearance RequiredOVERVIEW Our Federal Government client is seeking an experienced APS5/6 Procurements and Contracts Specialist to join their fast-paced team. You will assist with the day-to-day procurement and contract management processes in accordance with departmental and whole of government procurement policies, to support the Procurement & Contracts Team.YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Monitoring and managing procurement activities including providing advice and support for basic to complex procurement. Assist in the preparation of procurement approval documentation including Approvals to Approach the Market, Evaluation Outcomes, Approvals to commit funds and enter Arrangements. Strong knowledge in administering tender documentation through Aus Tender and DTA. Establish and maintain strong business relationships with external stakeholders and suppliers including effectively managing contract enquiries, issues, disputes, variations, risks and undertaking negotiations with suppliers as required. Responsible for managing a range of contracts, maintaining relationships with suppliers and customers. Monitoring contracts and managing extension or renewal of contracts and contracts close-out. Preparation and ongoing management of Government contracts, simple and complex. Preparation and ongoing management of Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs). Provide policy advice in relation to compliance with relevant Australian Government legislation, rules and policies relating to contract management and procurement activities. Develop, draft and implement communications strategies. Risk assessment and issue management. Corporate Document Management and filing. Mailbox Management. Provide advice and support to the Line Manager, including identifying opportunities to improve procurement outcomes, efficiency and value for money. EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENTS Four years' experience working within Government Procurement. Thorough understanding of the PGPA Act for complex procurements. Complex contract management experience, with knowledge of CCS. Experience providing oversight of public sector procurement activities. Ability to undertake analysis of suppliers, markets, products and service categories to inform procurement planning. Provide advice on 'best fit' security procurement approaches. Assist in the administration of tender evaluation reports for consideration and approval. Ability to assist in the oversight of contracts administration activities and monitoring of contract management plans. Good interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written. Ability to work effectively as an individual or within a team environment. IMPORTANT TO NOTE SOS Recruitment is committed to the principles of workplace diversity and equity in employment and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, women, people with family responsibilities, people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, religious beliefs and LGBTIQ people. This is a security assessed position. Applicants must be an Australian citizen, with successful candidate holding a NV1 Security Clearance and undergo other employment suitability checks. #J-18808-Ljbffr