Asset Management Sourcing Officer

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.

• Temporary Full Time – Up to May 2027
• Location: Eveleigh with flexible working arrangements available across NSW Department of Education Offices.
• A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process to fill anticipated vacancies over the next 18 months.
• Competitive remuneration ranging from $113,574 to $125,720 plus super & annual leave loading.

The Asset Management Sourcing Officer is responsible for executing and delivering procurement services for Asset Management Projects, encompassing procurement planning, development, and sourcing to align with the business requirements.

You will enforce procurement policies, procedures, systems, and frameworks to uphold professional standards and achieve efficient results. Additionally, you will build organisational capability in procurement given the complex legislative environment and diversity that needs to be considered to address organizational needs, promote innovative procurement methods, and enhance organizational procurement expertise.

This role provides development / pathway opportunities within the team.

For further information please click here to view the role description

About you 

Highly organised & motivated.Adaptable and proactive in responding to changes in direction and priorities. Excellent interpersonal skills.High level communication and collaboration skills to work cohesively with stakeholders to deliver results. Ability to work with a team autonomously. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of NSW Government procurement policies, systems, procedures and legislation including probity.Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department's Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department's Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Essential requirements of the role

Relevant tertiary qualifications in procurement or in a related discipline and/or equivalent relevant work experience.Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements35 hour working weekCompetitive, salary sacrificing, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loadingFlex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditionsOpportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth

How to apply

Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role along with addressing the following targeted questions.

1. Please provide an example of a sourcing activity you have managed and the key challenges you faced (Max 500 words).
2. Please provide an example of a recommendation you have made relating to sourcing activity and what the outcome was (Max 500 words).

Please refer to the Applicant's Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.

If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application.

All other applicants please submit your application by clicking 'Apply Now'.

Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.

As a condition of employment, successful candidates who are not currently employed by the Department must provide a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance number. There is no requirement to renew the WWCC once it expires after five years. Employer obligations under the WWCC will apply only for the duration of its validity, up to five years.

Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa. 

Closing date: Thursday 2 October at 11:59pm.

For role enquiries please contact Chris Dale at  

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.

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