At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead procurement activities to ensure value-focused outcomes for health projects.
- Company: Join the Victorian Department of Health, dedicated to improving community health.
- Benefits: Flexible working arrangements, growth opportunities, and a commitment to work-life balance.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace welcoming diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the health of Victorians through strategic procurement.
- Qualifications: Experience in procurement and strong collaboration skills are essential.
The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians. We're focused on supporting Victorians to be as healthy as they can; whether through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma, notifying them of contact with communicable diseases, safeguarding their drinking water, developing the best health, wellbeing and care facilities in the world, being at the forefront of mental health and wellbeing treatment or accelerating medical research. It's all part of the way we partner with the community to help every individual lead a healthy life.
About the role:
The Senior Procurement Officer is responsible for providing support and oversight for the operational delivery of compliant, value-focused procurement activities (both general and ICT), and supporting competitive funding projects. This role ensures departmental procurements are delivered within broader legislative and policy frameworks, including the Department of Health and Victorian Government Purchasing Board procurement frameworks, whilst supporting staff to achieve strong value for money procurement outcomes for the department and the State.
About us:
At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected. We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.
About you:
- Experienced in end-to-end procurement activities, including the provision of expert advice about procurement sourcing approaches and processes, approval frameworks, policies and control gates to internal clients and stakeholders.
- Experienced in providing strategic, tactical and governance support to departmental buyers to support procurement outcomes.
- Someone who is detail-focused, and adaptable.
- A collaborative team member able to build and maintain internal and external stakeholder collaboration.
- A tertiary qualification in fields relevant to procurement, policy, and/or business systems, or equivalent is highly desirable but not essential. Experience in public sector procurement would be highly regarded.
What we offer:
- The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
- A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service.
- A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.
We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
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Senior Procurement Officer, Budget Finance & Investment employer: Department of Health
The Department of Health in Victoria is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where your contributions directly impact health policy and governance. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have access to ongoing training and growth opportunities, all while working alongside dedicated professionals in a collaborative culture that values evidence-based decision-making. Located in the heart of Victoria, this role provides a unique chance to influence health outcomes in a fast-paced executive setting.
