Procurement Policy Officer

1 week ago

Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Department of Treasury & Finance Full time
About us

The Department of Government Services (DGS) was established on 1 January 2023 to improve everyone's experience of doing business and interacting with the Victorian government.

Our goal is to improve the experience Victorians have when they do business and interact with government.
The Government Procurement Group

The group provides:

  • Whole of government procurement solutions to achieve best value for the Victorian Government
  • Whole of government policy development and implementation of the State's Intellectual Property requirements
  • Procurement policy leadership supporting the Victorian Government Purchasing Board; and
  • Management of the Standard Motor Vehicle Policy, VicFleet operations and the finance lease facility for government departments and agencies
  • DTF corporate procurement operations and support
About the role

This is an exciting role that will play a key role in supporting the Government Procurement Group as a lead agency responsible for delivering the Victorian Government Purchasing Board (VGPB) policies for the procurement of goods and services.

Key activities will include contributing to procurement policy development and reviews, contributing to the VGPB Governance Team's compliance program, and supporting procurement capability development activities.


  • Prepare and provide policy advice, guidance and support to government and the Victorian Government Purchasing Board (VGPB)
  • Undertake research and analysis on procurement policy issues, using evidence of data to develop recommendations
  • Provide support/advice and respond to enquiries from internal and external stakeholders such as government buyers and suppliers
  • Participate in strategic planning and decision making and identify and respond to new and emerging strategic issues impacting on the operating environment
  • Maintain cooperative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, constructively working to resolve issues or escalate where required
  • Support a diverse range of policy and procurement projects
  • Proactively contribute to the development and achievement of team goals and plans and support other team members in achieving their objectives
About you
To be considered for the role, you must be able to demonstrate:

  • Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, with an ability to clearly articulate outcomes, listen to customers / clients / stakeholders and address their requirements within agreed time frames.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, and to constructively support the delivery of team and organisationwide outputs.
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to utilise systems and tools to contribute to decision making to support excellent outcomes.
  • Experience with and knowledge of policy development, standards and guidelines with demonstrated experience in developing and documenting new processes and supporting materials.
  • Demonstrated experience in effectively planning and managing competing priorities and projects, with a willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and the ability to meet deadlines while working in pressured situations.
  • Ability to think outside the square, a willingness to try new things and a genuine desire to learn, share knowledge and make a difference
About our culture

We aim to be a model employer providing an inclusive workplace that is understanding and respectful of differences such as gender, identity, race, disability, or age.

In addition, we are committed to supporting Aboriginal pathways between education and employment.
The Department strives to create an environment that supports a flexible and adaptive workforce. All requests for flexible working arrangements will be considered in line with operational requirements.
How to apply
For more information about the position and key selection criteria, please refer to the position description.
Applications close at midnight, 20/02/2023.
Additional information

The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act).

To support this DGS requires all DGS employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to undertake duties outside of their homes (unless an exception applies).

To be able to meet the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination requirements and for the department to meet its obligations under the OH&S Act, the department will request employees provide their vaccination information (including 3rd dose / booster) or evidence of an exemption throughout the recruitment process.

Inability to provide this may impact your subsequent employment to the department.
Whilst this role is advertised with DTF branding, it will reside within DGS.

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