Ict Contract Manager

**Employment Type**:Ongoing

**Classification**: Parliamentary Executive Level 1

**Closing Date**: 11:30pm AEDT, 16 December 2024

**The Opportunity**:
The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is seeking a motivated and experienced ICT Contract Manager to join the Digital Capability & Operations Branch, Information Services Division (ISD).

ISD is responsible for the provision of IT services to the Australian Parliament and electorate offices nationally. The Digital Capability & Operations Branch is responsible for the development of systems that underpin the operation of both chambers of Parliament, parliamentary committees, and the administrative functions across Parliament House.
- Join the Digital Capability & Operations Branch, a dynamic and innovative branch that delivers digital solutions and services to support Parliament House and the parliamentary process.
- As an ICT Contract Manager, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining contracts across a varied range of vendors.
- You will work with a diverse group of stakeholders, including business users, technical teams, and vendors.
- You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvement of contract management processes and practices, as well as undertaking development opportunities.

**Who we are looking for**:

- Have demonstrated experience in contract management, including financial oversight, compliance, and renewals.
- Have proven ability to engage with stakeholders to ensure contract effectiveness and vendor performance.
- Possess strong analytical skills with the ability to recommend and implement improvements to contract management processes.
- Have a passion for contract management and a customer-focused mindset.

Relevant tertiary qualifications in contract management are desirable, and knowledge of Commonwealth Procurement Rules and the PGPA Act are highly desirable.
- The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (Protected/Restricted) security clearance.

**Duty Statement**:
**Classification**:Parliamentary Executive Level 1

**Branch**:Digital Capability & Operations Branch

**Section**:Applications Operations

**Immediate supervisor**:Director, Capability Delivery & Application Operations

Under limited/general direction undertake duties in accordance with the agreed standards for the Parliamentary Executive Level 1 classification. The duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Engage in day-to-day contract management activities that reflect departmental needs, align with departmental priorities and comply with applicable legislation, regulations, policies, guidelines and procedures (e.g. PGPA Act, Commonwealth Procurement Rules, FFSP Act and the DPS Procurement Policy).

2. Actively manage the financial aspects of contracts, including budgeting, invoicing, and payment schedules.

3. Engage in vendor relationship management to improve the way in which goods and services are delivered, including contract negotiation.

4. Undertake contract health checks, seek feedback from internal teams on vendor performance and contract effectiveness, and recommend improvements.

5. Conduct ad-hoc procurements as directed, focusing on contract variations and extensions,in collaboration with the Procurement Team.

6. Provide support to internal teams on contract-related matters.

7. Other duties as required.
- Employees of DPS are required to be able, and to be seen to be able, to provide professional advice and services to all Senators and Members without favour or prejudice._

**How to apply**:
Please upload a pitch (750 words maximum) describing how your skills and experience would contribute to the role and work of the department.

Your pitch is an opportunity to tell us why you want to work at DPS, why you are interested in the role and what you can offer in the role. Frame your pitch around the role description and relevant ILS Profile. Make sure to use relevant examples and accomplishments that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.

**Our purpose and values**:
We proudly provide innovative, unified, and client-focused services to the Australian Parliament and parliamentarians. We are a values driven department, placing our values at the heart of everything we do; from our service offerings and decision making to our interactions with stakeholders and each other.

Our people are employed in a broad and unique range of professional, customer service and trade-based roles, all joined by a shared purpose: to make an enduring contribution to Australia's parliamentary democracy. We have an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. While we come from all walks of life, we share a commitment to care for and protect our iconic workplace.

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