Strategic ICT Procurement Specialist

5 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Comcare Full time
Job Description

The Comcare ICT Service Delivery, Contracts and Vendor Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the effective management of information technology (ICT) infrastructure within the organization.

This position is responsible for managing relationships between internal stakeholders and external ICT service providers. The role ensures that contracts are aligned with Comcare's strategic objectives and deliver cost-efficient solutions.

The ICT Service Delivery, Vendor and Contract Manager monitors the performance, compliance, and risk of vendors, resolves any issues or disputes, and ensures that performance standards are aligned with internal business needs and expectations.

The responsibilities of this position include providing strategic advice on ICT procurement and contract management issues, developing and maintaining Comcare's ICT vendor and contract management framework, establishing and maintaining effective communication and collaboration with vendors, internal teams, and stakeholders, and managing the vendor risk management and compliance processes.

This position requires close working relationships with the Technology and Information Management Leadership Team and key stakeholders in the Property, Security, and Procurement team. The position provides guidance to junior members of the ICT Sourcing Team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage vendor relationships to ensure alignment with Comcare's strategic objectives
  • Develop and maintain a vendor management framework to ensure compliance and risk management
  • Provide strategic advice on ICT procurement and contract management issues
  • Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure effective communication and project delivery
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will require:

Tertiary degree and/or equivalent experience in ICT sourcing, service delivery, and/or ICT business engagement. Desirable qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field, and 5 years' experience in a government or public sector environment.

Australian citizenship and a character clearance (Australian Criminal History Check) are also required.

Estimated Salary Range

$80,000 - $120,000 per annum

About Comcare

Comcare is an Australian Government agency responsible for providing workers' compensation services to federal government agencies and their employees. We are committed to delivering high-quality services and supporting our customers through our technology infrastructure.



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