Procurement Officer Federal Government

Salary: + Super

Procurement Officer – ICT Contracts (Government)
Location: Canberra, Melbourne, or Brisbane (Hybrid options available)
2 days in office location above 3 remotely.
Contract Type: Initial 6-month contract with likely extension
Rate: APS6 / EL1 Equivalent – Competitive daily/hourly rates
Clearance: Must hold or be eligible for a National Police Check

About the Role
We are currently seeking a skilled ICT Procurement Officer / Contract Specialist to support the delivery of complex ICT sourcing initiatives across major government programs.
This is a critical role responsible for managing end-to-end procurement lifecycles, ensuring compliance with procurement frameworks, and delivering high-quality, value-for-money outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process for ICT goods and services in line with Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs) or relevant state frameworks.
• Draft, review, and negotiate ICT contracts including Statements of Work (SoWs), Master Services Agreements (MSAs), and licensing agreements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across project management, legal, finance, and technical teams to align procurement strategies.
• Conduct market analysis, engage suppliers, and run competitive sourcing activities including RFQs, RFTs, and RFPs.
• Oversee contract compliance, risk management, and supplier performance.
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation including approvals, justifications, and contract registers.
• Provide internal guidance and training on procurement processes and best practice.
• Support broader ICT transformation programs through strategic sourcing and contract advice.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Proven experience in ICT procurement and contract management, ideally within a government or large corporate setting.
• Strong understanding of CPRs or equivalent public sector procurement policies.
• Experience drafting and negotiating a range of ICT contracts (cloud services, software, hardware, managed services).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities with a high level of detail and commercial acumen.
• Familiarity with procurement systems, particularly TechnologyOne ERP.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Knowledge of BuyICT panels, Whole-of-Government contracts, or vendor ecosystems
• Experience in a central corporate procurement team

Name:

Please include your first and last name.

Email: @

Phone:

Please include your country code.

CV / Resume:

Yes, I am currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying. No, I am not currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying.

Procurement Officer Federal Government (178645) Canberra, AustraliaSalary: + Super

Procurement Officer – ICT Contracts (Government)
Location: Canberra, Melbourne, or Brisbane (Hybrid options available)
2 days in office location above 3 remotely.
Contract Type: Initial 6-month contract with likely extension
Rate: APS6 / EL1 Equivalent – Competitive daily/hourly rates
Clearance: Must hold or be eligible for a National Police Check

About the Role
We are currently seeking a skilled ICT Procurement Officer / Contract Specialist to support the delivery of complex ICT sourcing initiatives across major government programs.
This is a critical role responsible for managing end-to-end procurement lifecycles, ensuring compliance with procurement frameworks, and delivering high-quality, value-for-money outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process for ICT goods and services in line with Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs) or relevant state frameworks.
• Draft, review, and negotiate ICT contracts including Statements of Work (SoWs), Master Services Agreements (MSAs), and licensing agreements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across project management, legal, finance, and technical teams to align procurement strategies.
• Conduct market analysis, engage suppliers, and run competitive sourcing activities including RFQs, RFTs, and RFPs.
• Oversee contract compliance, risk management, and supplier performance.
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation including approvals, justifications, and contract registers.
• Provide internal guidance and training on procurement processes and best practice.
• Support broader ICT transformation programs through strategic sourcing and contract advice.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Proven experience in ICT procurement and contract management, ideally within a government or large corporate setting.
• Strong understanding of CPRs or equivalent public sector procurement policies.
• Experience drafting and negotiating a range of ICT contracts (cloud services, software, hardware, managed services).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities with a high level of detail and commercial acumen.
• Familiarity with procurement systems, particularly TechnologyOne ERP.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Procurement qualifications (e.g. CIPS, Cert IV in Government Procurement & Contracting)
• Knowledge of BuyICT panels, Whole-of-Government contracts, or vendor ecosystems
• Experience in a central corporate procurement team

Name:

Please include your first and last name.

Email: @ Phone:

Please include your country code.

CV / Resume:
Cover Letter:

Eligibility: Yes, I am currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying. No, I am not currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying. ;Procurement Officer Federal Government (178645) Canberra, AustraliaThank you for submitting your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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