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This is a Fixed Term Full
Time appointment at 75 hours per fortnight, until 17/02/2027 with
the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
About
us
The Mental Health Commission
(Commission) is working to establish mental health, alcohol and
other drug systems that meet the needs of Western Australia's
population and deliver quality outcomes for individuals and their
families.
The Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and
encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, young
people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse
backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our
agency.
The Commission commissions,
provides and partners in the delivery of:
Person-centred and
evidence-based prevention, promotion and early intervention
programs;
Treatment, services and
supports; and
Research, policy and
system improvements
If you would like to work
for an organisation that offers outstanding working conditions and is
making a difference in the community, then consider a career with
the Commission.
About
you
We are looking for
enthusiastic and dynamic applicants for the role of Senior
Contracts Officer.
You will be
experienced in government procurement and contracting
processes.
About the
role
The Senior Contracts Officer
is responsible for developing and managing intricate contracts
related to mental health, alcohol and drug services.
This includes
providing advice on procurement policies, planning and implementing
procurement processes, and managing stakeholder relationships.
The
position also monitors contract performance, prepares regular
reports and updates and manages discrete projects as
required.
Subject to your
position, work area and Industrial Award/Agreement, Commission
employees may access a range of benefits including:
Study
leave/assistance
Option
to purchase additional leave
Extensive employee
wellness program
Flexible
working hours including flexible start/finish times
Leadership and
professional development programs
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competitive, award-based salary
Further information
about the position can be found in the attached job description
form (JDF).
Leadership
Expectations
We believe that all our
people are leaders and expect and encourage them to demonstrate
leadership in their roles.
We are committed to building the
leadership capability of our people and to support this we have
adopted
Leadership Expectations.
The leadership context of
this position is
Personal Leadership, considering it makes a direct and
immediate difference to the work of the Commission.
Further
Opportunities
This selection process will
initially be used to fill the above vacancy.
Suitable applicants
may be considered for other similar vacancies within 12 months of
applicants being notified of the recruitment decision.
To find out more about the
Commission and what we have to offer, click here.
About your
application
You will be assessed against
the selection criteria of the position, as outlined in the
JDF.
You will also need to show
us how your skills and experience match your ability to work in a
way that reflects our values - respecting individuals and culture,
engaged and accountable, leading with courage, and keeping
integrity at our core.
A current (within 12 months)
National Criminal History Check will be required prior to
commencement of employment.
For further
information about this position contact Denise Cail on *********
0***.
Submitting Your
Application
For your written application
please provide the following:
a
maximum 4 page CV outlining your employment history and
achievements relevant to this position.
a




statement addressing the selection criteria of this role as
outlined in the JDF.
Suitability
Criteria: Suitability recognises that there is a range of
factors - along with having the skills, knowledge and abilities -
that constitute merit.
These factors included a person's
eligibility, ability to demonstrate the right behaviours, ethical
alignment and cultural fit.
In addition to the Essential Criteria
and Desirable Criteria outlined in the attached Job Description
Form, these requirements will also be considered to determine your
suitability for the role.
The Commission is
responsible for commissioning public mental health and alcohol and
other drug services, as well as developing strategic policy and
leading the planning and reform of mental health services in
Western Australia.
This Senior Contracts
Officer role will assist in the development and management of
contracts between the Commission and Health Service Providers for
the delivery of mental health and alcohol and other drug
services.
This includes assisting with
contract formation, budgeting and financial analysis, stakeholder
relationship management, contractual performance monitoring, report
preparation, correspondence drafting, and the management of
discrete projects as required.
This role contributes to
improving outcomes in the mental health sector by helping to ensure
that vital mental health programs are delivered effectively and to
a high standard.
Your expertise in contract
management will directly influence the quality of services,
ensuring that contractual arrangements contribute to better mental
health outcomes.
Late applications
will not be accepted.
If you experience difficulties
while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13
***** for immediate assistance during business hours.
If you require any
reasonable adjustments to support your participation in the
recruitment process, please contact ******
to discuss how we can best assist you.

📌 Senior Contracts Officer (Perth)
🏢 Mental Health Commission of Western Australia
📍 Perth