Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope

The core responsibilities and primary duties for this position within Department of the Treasury include:

• The successful applicant must have:
• ·      A minimum of 3 years demonstrated experience in a central procurement role with a detailed, expert knowledge of procurement and contract management policies, rules, and relevant legislation.
• ·      Experience leading and developing a small team, including coaching staff, building procurement capability and fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture.
• ·      Demonstrated experience managing and coordinating procurement reporting activities.
• ·      Demonstrated ability to provide specialist procurement advice on complex, high-value and sensitive procurements, balancing strong customer service with practical, compliant and risk-informed solutions.
• ·      The ability to make decisions based on professional judgement that complies with legislative requirements and is consistent with standards, policies and operating procedures.
• ·      The ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while working in an environment of changing priorities with tight timeframes.
• ·      The ability to think strategically, aligning the teams work with business needs and agency goals and objectives.
• ·      The ability to work independently, be proactive and show initiative, within constraints set by senior management.
• Under Section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees of the Treasury are required to be Australian Citizens.

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.
• As an EL1 Assistant Director of Procurement, you will lead Treasury’s procurement function, providing strategic direction, expert advice and oversight to ensure procurement activities deliver value for money and meet governance, probity and legislative requirements. You will manage a high-performing team, driving capability development, continuous improvement and consistent procurement practices across the organisation.
• 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.

Working Arrangements & Public Sector Benefits

Work Model: Flexible. Details: Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with Treasury's Enterprise Agreement and the operational needs of the role..

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.