The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the national regulatory scheme for health professionals. The purpose of health practitioner regulation is to protect the public by ensuring that only health practitioners who have the skills, qualifications and knowledge to provide safe care are registered.

The Procurement team plays an important role in supporting this purpose by providing financial stewardship, procurement, vendor management and contract management expertise that helps ensure strong governance and sustainable operations across the organisation.

We are seeking an experienced Contract Management Lead to join our Procurement team.

This is a full-time, fixed-term parental leave cover opportunity, open to candidates based in any Ahpra office location, with the potential for extension.

In this role, you will provide expert procurement advice and support across the contract lifecycle, including contract drafting, review, interpretation and ongoing contract management. Working closely with internal stakeholders and vendors, you will help ensure contracts remain effective, compliant and aligned to business needs while supporting strong commercial and governance outcomes. You will have one direct report.

About you

You are a confident and collaborative contract management qualified who can provide practical commercial advice and build productive relationships across a complex organisation.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

- Demonstrated experience in contract management, including drafting, reviewing and interpreting supplier contracts.
- Strong understanding of supplier contract governance, compliance and risk management principles.
- Experience managing vendor and supplier relationships.
- The ability to build productive relationships and influence stakeholders across a range of business areas.
- Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.




- Qualifications in Law, Business, Commerce, Accounting, Procurement, Contract Management or a related discipline.

If you're an experienced contract management professional looking to apply your expertise in a national organisation that protects the public, we'd love to hear from you. You can read more in the role description: Contract Management Lead (CL7)
- Hybrid working environment, 2 office days / 3 at home
- A friendly and supportive working culture
- Professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning licenses
- Attractive salary of $135,031 per annum plus 12% Superannuation

To apply:

- Click ‘Apply for this job’ to submit your application.
- Your application must include a current resume and maximum 2 page cover letter addressing the ‘Experience’ section of the Role Description
- Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process
- For any queries or a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact Recruitment team via email at [email protected]
- Applications must be submitted by 11.30pm on Thursday 8 October 2026

Please note applications will be screened and shortlisted during the advertising period. Should we receive suitable candidates during this time, the advertising period will cease. Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks. Ahpra requires all employees to comply with Ahpra policies, including the Hybrid and Flexible Working policy

Ahpra is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

With respect, no agencies please

📌 Contract Management Lead (Melbourne)
🏢 AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency)
📍 Melbourne