Capability & Governance Lead

About Brisbane Catholic Education
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.

Summary
Join BCE as our Capability & Governance Lead and focus on strengthening BCE's procurement capability, governance, systems, and performance.

Leverage your expertise in strategy and collaboration across Brisbane Catholic Education, driving enhancements in operational efficiency.

You'll play a key role in developing, implementing, and uplifting procurement governance structures, frameworks, and tools that support effective planning, risk management, contract oversight, and audit readiness.

• Location: BCE Office - Woolloongabba
• Work hours: Full-time | Flexible working arrangements available
• Salary: $155,351 - $172,606 plus super
• Status: Permanent (continuing)
• Ad close date: 13 October 2025
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About The Opportunity
In this position you will:

• Drive BCE's procurement capability through targeted training, coaching, and knowledge-building initiatives for ~340 decentralised true buyers
• Lead eProcurement system operations and optimisation, ensuring high user adoption and integration with financial and contract management systems
• Direct the Procurement Data & Insights Analyst to ensure accurate reporting, analytics, and performance monitoring that drive informed decision-making
• Lead and support a team of data analysts, governance, and system specialists, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Monitor procurement activities for compliance risks and performance gaps, implementing effective controls and supporting audit processes
• Partner with the Sourcing & Partnering Lead and Contracting & Compliance Lead to drive the maturity of BCE's procurement function, embedding stewardship, accountability, and Catholic social teaching values

About You
To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:

• Extensive senior-level experience in procurement governance, data analytics, capability development, and systems leadership
• Proven ability to uplift procurement capability and drive consistent practice across large, decentralised organisations
• Demonstrated success in policy and framework design, system optimisation, and audit readiness
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influence skills across senior leaders, principals, and operational teams
• Strong commercial acumen and knowledge of procurement legislation, governance, and probity requirements
• Tertiary qualification in procurement, commerce, law, public administration, or related discipline
• Preferably CIPS-qualified (or equivalent), reflecting top-tier professional standing

Eligibility And Safeguarding Requirements

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Ability to obtain a National Criminal History check prior to commencement.
• Current QLD Driver's Licence

Why choose BCE
Benefits
Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
• Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre
• Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options Active staff social club and wellness programs
• Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.

Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone's responsibility. The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.

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