Senior Procurement Officer

Senior Procurement Officer

Essential Requirement: This is a Targeted role and evidence of Aboriginality is required.

Clerk Grade: 9/10
Salary Range: $129,464 - $142,665 +Super
Location: McKell – include office attendance and hybrid arrangements
Employment Type: Temporary (12 months) with potential to become ongoing

About the Team/Role

The role supports the Aboriginal Outcomes Unit (AOU) and key Closing the Gap (CtG) priorities. The successful candidate will lead the implementation of a new grant program for Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) to improve digital inclusion in Aboriginal communities across NSW. The role will include grant program development, assessment, partnership management and evaluation of program outcomes

The grant program has been informed by community engagement and voice through NSW’s first ever measurement of digital inclusion for Aboriginal people which released earlier this year.

 Your Day-to-Day

• Partner with stakeholders to plan, develop, source and manage procurement arrangements to meet organisational objectives.
• Undertake business needs assessments, supply market analysis and commercial risk assessments.
• Lead sourcing activities and establish supply arrangements that deliver value for money.
• Develop and administer contract management plans, negotiate changes and monitor supplier performance.
• Provide high-level advice and guidance on procurement governance and best practice.
• Identify, manage and mitigate procurement risks and ensure compliance with legislation and policy.
• Document procurement processes and decisions to maintain probity and audit standards.

 About You:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong experience in procurement and contract management within a complex environment.
• Ability to lead strategic sourcing and manage high value/high-risk procurement projects.
• Skilled in risk management and commercial negotiation.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Knowledge of NSW Government procurement policies and frameworks (desirable).
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results and manage competing priorities.
• Commitment to integrity, professionalism and customer service.

Essential Requirement: This is a Targeted role and evidence of Aboriginality is required.  

Aboriginal as defined by the Aboriginal Lands Rights Act 1983 (NSW) is a person who: 

• identifies as a person of Aboriginal descent 
• presents documentation identifying their family’s Aboriginal descent 
• is accepted by their local Aboriginal community as a person of Aboriginal descent. 

For questions around the Confirmation of Aboriginality requirements or if you would like to know more about the support for Aboriginal employees, please contact AboriginalWorkforce@customerservice.nsw.gov.au

Please note: Applications will be reviewed from 12 January 2026 with interviews booked from 19 January 2026. 

 How to Apply

Please submit:

• Your CV (maximum 5 pages)
• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role

 Who to Contact

For enquiries about the position, please contact James Bates, Executive Director Policy & Cabinet at james.bates@customerservice.nsw.gov.au

The application portal will be unavailable from 24/12/25 to 25/12/25 due to system maintenance. Applications during this period will not be received. If you would like to apply for this opportunity, please apply prior to midnight 23/12/25 or from 26/12/25 until the closing date.

Salary Grade 09/10, with the base salary for this role starting at 129,464 base plus superannuation

Click Here to access the Role Description. For enquiries relating to recruitment please contact Rodrigo Sandoval via rodrigo.sandoval@customerservice.nsw.gov.au.

Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description.

Closing Date: Monday, January 12th, 2026 at 10:00 am

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