Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope

The core responsibilities and primary duties for this position within Department of Health, Disability and Ageing include:

• Strong understanding of the Commonwealth Resource Management Framework including the ability to provide guidance to staff on the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability (PGPA) Act 2013 and associated rules and policies.
• Experience using financial management systems (such as SAP) to record procurement activities and raise purchase orders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability for adaptability, exercising sound judgement and strong prioritisation and time management skills to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Digital literacy across Microsoft Office, SharePoint and Content Manager.
• The ability to provide practical and accurate solutions and translate technical information coherently and concisely for a range of stakeholders.
• A commitment to continuous improvement, including identifying opportunities to innovate, streamline processes and increase the effective use of digital tools.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships.
• Desirable experience:
• Demonstrated experience with finance, procurement, IT and knowledge management systems.

Mandatory Eligibility & Security Clearance

Applicants must satisfy the following statutory and organizational requirements:

• Citizenship: Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, candidates must generally be Australian citizens to be eligible for engagement.
• Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) security clearance (Baseline, Negative Vetting 1, or Negative Vetting 2 as required by the agency).
• Probationary Period: Employment may be subject to a probationary period, character checks, and pre-engagement screening.
• Working closely with the team and the other stakeholders, the role supports procurement, finance and reporting functions for the Legal Division ensuring adherence with legislative requirements and compliance with procurement, legal and policy frameworks.
• RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability. This initiative/program is only applicable where the successful applicant will be employed under the Public Service Act 1999. Similar conditions may apply when employed under other Acts. For clarification please contact the advertising agency.
• The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing is focused on achieving better health and wellbeing for all Australians. If you would like to join our team, and can meet our job requirements, we invite you to apply for a position with us to build better health, better care and better quality for all Australians. The department is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where the experiences, skills and perspectives of all individuals are valued. We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and cultures, so we can better represent the community we serve. The department welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, mature age people, people who identify as LGBTI+, and people with parenting and/or caring responsibilities.

Working Arrangements & Public Sector Benefits

Work Model: Hybrid. Details: Hybrid working conditions by negotiation.

Australian Public Service positions provide comprehensive Commonwealth benefits including a standard 15.4% employer superannuation contribution, attractive leave provisions, and structured career progression pathways across the Australian Public Service.