GAZ - EL2 - NATIONAL - Director - Procurement Team

Job Details

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 142313

Location

ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time

Classification

Executive Level 2 - $140,893.00 and $183,347.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Contact Officer

Shelley Lampkin on 0448 068 269 or Shelley.Lampkin@homeaffairs.gov.au

Office Arrangements

Flexible - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.

Applications close on 24/11/2026 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill 1 immediate position/s.

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.

About our team

Chief Operating Officer Group | Business Enabling Services | Strategic Procurement | Procurement Teams

The Business Enabling Services Division leads the portfolio procurement function, driving value for money procurement planning, sourcing, and contract management, supported by strong governance, assurance mechanisms, and compliance frameworks.

The Strategic Procurement Branch (SPB) provides specialist procurement expertise to business areas across the organisation. This includes delivering expert advice and guidance for procurements exceeding $1 million through an Account Management model, managing and undertaking High Risk High Value (HRHV) procurements allocated by the HRHV Oversight Committee (OC), and providing governance and support including for the HRHV OC.

We are seeking to fill Director position(s) within our team responsible for delivering HRHV procurements. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and collaborative leader who is motivated to make a tangible impact by driving procurement initiatives that support critical agency priorities and strategic outcomes.

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Our ideal candidate

Our ideal candidate is a highly motivated and experienced leader who is also a procurement and/or contract management specialist with a passion for procurement including:

• Demonstrated experience in strategic procurement roles within the Australian Public Service, a comparable government environment, or the private sector where engagement with government procurement processes and frameworks has been a key aspect of the role
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex procurement issues and develop innovative solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with multi-disciplinary stakeholders at all levels and build effective relationships
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes within tight deadlines and budget constraints
• Demonstrated ability to both inspire and support teams through strong leadership, coaching and mentoring, enabling the delivery of high-quality operational outcomes, and work collaboratively as a member of the branch leadership team, building strong partnerships across directorates to drive transformational initiatives, align effort, and deliver strategic outcomes.

Duties and responsibilities

As a Procurement Team Director within SPB, you will:

• Undertake HRHV procurement processes that comply with departmental policies and procedures, the Commonwealth Procurement Rules and the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013. Provide end-to-end procurement leadership and project management, overseeing all phases of the procurement lifecycle ensuring procurement activities are strategically planned, appropriately governed, compliant with legislative and policy requirements, and delivered in a timely and effective manner to achieve value for money
• Draft and review procurement documentation including procurement strategies, planning, approach to market, evaluation, negotiation strategies, etc
• Work in close partnership with business areas and key stakeholders to ensure procurement strategies and activities are aligned with departmental priorities, objectives, and operational requirements, and foster strong stakeholder relationships to support the successful delivery of strategic procurement outcomes
• Manage and develop a team to deliver procurement outcomes, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Maintain and meet performance standards in pressured and unpredictable environments
• Proactively contribute to and collaborate with the Branch Leadership Group to shape the branch's strategic direction, drive innovation and transformation, and uplift organisational capability, maturity, and performance.

Additional information

• Strong understanding of the Commonwealth Procurement Rules and Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013 (PGPA Act)
• Minimum mandatory requirement of Cert IV in Government (Procurement and Contracting) or the ability to acquire within 12 months.

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through Home Affairs' recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing data on 24/11/2026 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT - Late applications will not be accepted.

As part of your application, you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

• How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role
• Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
• Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number - 142313 in the document footer.

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level Standards relevant to the classifications you are applying to. It may also be useful to the Integrated Leadership System information relevant to the classification.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

​The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (AGSVA) security clearance, and:

• ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
• Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.

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Diversity and inclusion

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

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

Technical assistance

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

• Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

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