Procurement Advisor

THE ROLEAs the Procurement Advisor you will be responsible for providing procurement advice and support to ensure procurement is run in an efficient and compliant manner. The position is required to support critical procurement activities to drive value for money outcomes for whole of government whilst maintaining compliance with relevant legislative and policy obligations. This is a fixed term 12 months parental leave cover within the delivery team supporting housing projects at every stage.BenefitsWe're committed to creating a workplace that supports, values and empowers our people: 5% leave loading + a range of leaveentitlements for parents, carers and purchased leave options Hybrid work model& flexible work options Annual mobility payment+ salary increases and structured progression pathways Professional development and study supportto help you grow Salary packagingperks super top-ups + novated leasing Discounted public transport optionsAccountabilities IncludeEngage and advise key internal stakeholders on policies, procedures, systems and standards to enable delivery of effective, outcomes focused procurement activities across the program within legislative and regulatory requirements.Establish and maintain tendering, purchasing and contract development and management processes and systems that are rigorous, transparent and have credibility with all stakeholders.Assist with the development of procurement documentation including but not limited to specifications, statements of requirements, tender or submission documents, selection and approval reports.Skills & ExperienceDemonstrated experience providing procurement advice in a government setting.Procurement knowledge and demonstrated understanding of the framework of the Victorian Government Purchasing Board Guidelines, Financial Management Act, and key procurement requirements.Knowledge of the Project Development and Construction Management Act is desirable.How To ApplyPlease open the position description to read more.Ready to be part of something transformative and help reimaging what public housing can be? Applications close 11:59pm Sunday 07 December 2025.Apply now with a cover letter (max 2 pages) and resume. You don't need to address the key selection criteria separately but make sure your cover letter outlines your relevant experience. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including national police check and misconduct screening.For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)We believe in inclusiveness, diversity and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of the Victorian community. We recognise the benefits that a diverse and inclusive culture brings for our employees and in turn, encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability and others from under-represented backgrounds to apply.Note: Recruitment agencies please do not contact us.