Job Reference:

7CE957E2

Eligibility:

External Vacancy – Open to Everyone

Division:

Disability and Specialised Services

Location:

Adelaide

Salary Range:

92,122-102,456

Classification:

ASO5

Engagement Type:

Ongoing

Closing Date:

31 Oct 2026

Role Highlights

- Contribute to positive change for people with disabilities
- Build and sustain relationships to deliver outcomes for South Australians with a disability
- Opportunity to contribute to effective governance, coordination and service delivery across DHS

Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern programs, services and policy that strengthen communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in community life. With people at the heart of what we do and a commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most.

About the Business

Our Disability and Specialised Services (DaSS) Division delivers essential support to South Australians through high-quality NDIS services, sector reform, inclusion-focused policy. We provide direct disability supports through Supported Independent Living, and specialised care through our Disability, Clinical and Quality Services, as well as Aged Care Projects. Our work is strengthened by Corporate and Engagement teams, ensuring strong governance, collaboration and positive outcomes for people we support.

Role Details

The Procurement and Contract Support Officer is a role within Disability and Specialised Services (DaSS) and is accountable to the Manager, Business Services and Performance for:





- Providing specialist procurement and contract management advice, support and guidance to DaSS staff stakeholders.
- Coordinating procurement activities and supporting the effective management and performance of contracts to ensure compliance and service delivery outcomes.
- Monitoring, analysing and reporting on procurement and contract performance, expenditure and associated risks to support informed decision-making and effective governance.
- Maintaining and continuously improving procurement and contract management systems, registers, processes and procedures to strengthen compliance, consistency and operational effectiveness.

Special Conditions
National Police Check required.Employment-related Screening Check required.Some out of hours work may be required.Role Status: Ongoing

Attachments:

Role Description - Procurement and Contract Support Officer - ASO5.pdf

Contact Us

Enquiries to Tammy Moffat

0451 424 ***

Diversity And Inclusion

DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.





We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require assistance with this process, please contact us at **************@sa.gov.au and a member of the team will get back to you.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and versatile ways of working, including part time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in.

Application Instructions
Resume and Cover Letter

You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of two pages, addressing how your skills, attributes and experience meet the role specific capabilities and attach your current resume via the online application form. For more information about applying, refer to our Job Application Guide

Screening Checks

If you are new to the department and are invited to an interview, you will be required to produce a National Police Check, which has been issued within six months of your application for the role. National Police Checks can be applied for via the South Australia Police or through an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission accredited body.
If the role you are applying for also requires an Employment-related Screening Check, you will be required to undergo such assessment as is advised by DHS, including periodic assessment during your employment.

📌 PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACT SUPPORT OFFICER (Adelaide)
🏢 Department of Human Services
📍 Adelaide