About the Agency The Australian Digital Health Agency is transforming how Australians experience healthcare by enabling people and providers to access the information they need, securely, quickly and in one place. Through national digital services such as My Health Record, Electronic Prescriptions and the 1800Medicare App, we are building a connected health system that gives Australians greater control over their health.

The Contract Administration Officer (APS5) supports the effective administration and management of contracts associated with national digital health systems. The role works closely with contract managers and stakeholders to ensure contracts are delivered in line with organisational objectives, with a focus on financial management, compliance, supplier performance, governance, and contract lifecycle activities. Operating with limited direction, the position provides advice, coordination, reporting, and administrative support while ensuring adherence to government legislation, policies, and organisational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

- Support the administration and ongoing management of contracts, including contract variations, extensions, amendments, additional service requests and providing advice
- Monitor contract expenditure and budgets, by reconciling invoices before seeking approval, assessing monthly financial forecasts, providing financial reporting, analysis, and advice to stakeholders.
- Coordinate contract performance processes, including meetings, reporting, documentation reviews and acceptances, and monitoring delivery against agreed service standards and deliverables.
- Contribute to ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, procurement frameworks & policies, financial delegations, and internal governance requirements.
- Undertake research, analysis, and continuous improvement activities while supporting broader business operations, governance, and administrative processes.

Key Criteria





- Demonstrated experience in contract administration, financial management, and stakeholder support, preferably within a highly regulated environment.
- Experience using financial and procurement systems, complemented by strong Microsoft Office skills and the ability to work with data and reporting tools.
- Foundational level Power BI skills to analyse data, build and standardise reports and dashboards, and support evidence-based decision making.
- Highly developed analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills, with the ability to interpret financial and contract information.

Eligibility

Australian citizenship is mandatory. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a national police clearance and the required security clearance, with the ability to attain a higher-level clearance if needed.

Our benefits

We offer a competitive 15.4% superannuation contribution, salary packaging options, and a Christmas closedown with no leave deduction. Our wellbeing program and EAP support a healthy work–life balance, while adaptable work arrangements opportunities, including work from home, give you choice in how, when and where you work. You will enjoy modern collaborative workspaces and generous study support, with financial assistance up to 100% of costs and up to 7.5 hours per week of study leave to employee who are eligible, as per our study assistance guidelines.

We also provide a wide range of leave options including parental, cultural, compassionate, emergency response and defence leave.

Interested to learn more? Take a look at the attached candidate pack for all the details.

How to apply:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter (1 page maximum) addressing the skills and experience above and outlined in the candidate pack. Please contact the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected] with queries relating to the application process.

Closing date: Wednesday 23 September 2026, 11:00pm

Salary: $90,562 - $97,939 plus 15.4% superannuation, depending on skills and experience.

📌 Contract Administration Officer (Australia)
🏢 Australian Digital Health Agency
📍 Australia