High-Profile Tier 1 Initiative:
Join a high-functioning Program Management Office (PMO) embedded within a prominent Federal Government department, contributing to a high-visibility, long-term digital investment program running through to mid-****.
Strategic Impact:
Collaborate with senior stakeholders to deliver end-to-end program governance, providing high-quality, integrated insights and transparent commercial advice to drive critical executive decision-making across multiple strategic work packages.
What's on Offer
Contract/Engagement:
Initial 24-month contract + potential extension options.
Location & Flexibility:
Canberra, ACT (Hybrid flexibility available).
Role & Responsibilities
Strategic Procurement Delivery:
Develop and execute comprehensive program-level procurement strategies aligned fully with departmental policies and commercial frameworks.
Vendor & Lifecycle Management:
Lead end-to-end commercial lifecycle activities, including rigorous vendor selection, contract negotiation, and formal contract establishment.
Performance & Risk Oversight:
Maintain proactive oversight of supplier performance, tracking critical deliverables, managing commercial risks, and implementing mitigation strategies.
Governance Compliance:




Ensure all sourcing activities strictly adhere to institutional procurement governance processes and Commonwealth compliance standards.
Operational Transition:
Manage established contracts post-finalisation to facilitate a smooth, efficient transition of ownership back to business operations.
Skills & Experience
To be successful in this position, you will ideally bring:
Procurement Expertise:
Demonstrated experience managing complex, program-level procurements and high-value contracts within a large-scale enterprise environment.
Commercial Acumen:
Strong background in driving vendor selection, managing competitive evaluations, and negotiating commercial agreements.
Risk & Performance Management:
Proven capability in monitoring vendor deliverables, analyzing commercial risk, and managing ongoing vendor performance.
Core Capabilities:
Excellent collaboration skills with a adaptable, transparent approach to providing timely advisory support to senior executives and integrated PMO divisions.
Government Frameworks:
Comprehensive understanding of public sector procurement policies, governance requirements, and federal sourcing guidelines.
Eligibility & Clearance Requirements
Security Clearance:
Due to the secure nature of this federal environment, candidates
must hold a current NV1 security clearance
, with an NV2 clearance preferred.
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📌 Procurement And Contracts Officer (Canberra)
🏢 Aurec Group
📍 Canberra