Procurement and Policy Officer

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Department of Treasury and Finance

**Salary**: $90,067 - $102,192

Occupation: Other

Reference: VG/DTF/CGS/1659589A

An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated Procurement and Policy Officer (VPS4) to join the Strategic Sourcing Group team on an ongoing basis.
- ** Ongoing, full-time opportunity available**:

- **Join a high performing and collaborative team**:

- **VPS4 salary range $90,067 - $102,192 plus superannuation**

**About us**

The Department of Treasury and Finance provides economic, financial and resource management advice to help the Victorian Government deliver its policies. We strive for excellence in financial and economic management to improve the lives of all Victorians.

Strategic Sourcing Group

The Strategic Sourcing Group provides:

- Whole of government procurement solutions to achieve best value for the Victorian Government;
- Procurement policy leadership supporting the Victorian Government Purchasing Board (VGPB); and
- Management of the standard Motor Vehicle Policy, Vic Fleet operations, the finance lease facility for government departments and agencies and the program rolling our zero emissions vehicles.

**About the role**

An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated Procurement and Policy Officer (VPS4) to join the Strategic Sourcing Group team on an ongoing basis.

Key responsibilities:

- 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 this role, you must demonstrate the following:

- 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 organisation-wide 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**

**Vaccination**

DTF is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk consistent with the DTF's obligations under the _Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OHS Act)._ DTF's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy requires all DTF employees to have an up-to-date vaccination status, or be medically exempted, as defined by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI), in order to attend a DTF work site or work for the Department in the community. DTF may request proof of vaccination or exemption during the recruitment and selection process.