Classification: Senior Officer Grade A
Salary: $172,246 plus superannuation
Position No: 60946
Directorate: Canberra Institute of Technology
Advertised (Gazettal date): 28 July 2026
Contact Officer: EricaL Wark on [email protected] or 0417316404
Details: Are you passionate about leadership in procurement and contracting activities to support deliver great outcomes for CIT and the broader ACT Community?
CIT are looking for an experienced and confident procurement and contract management leader who can provide strategic direction, practical advice and strong assurance across CIT’s procurement and contracting activities. The right person will be able to operate at both a strategic and operational level, lead a small team, influence senior stakeholders, strengthen governance and compliance, and help business areas achieve timely, value-for-money and fit-for-purpose outcomes. This role would suit someone who is solutions-focused, calm under pressure, collaborative, accountable and comfortable working in a complex public sector environment where sound judgement, clear communication, integrity and continuous improvement are essential.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.
Eligibility/Other requirements:
Essential:
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Senior-level government procurement and leadership experience, including governance and performance frameworks.
Highly Desirable:
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Qualifications in Leadership, Procurement and/or Contract Management (or equivalent)
Notes: An order of merit will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months.
How to Apply: Please provide a two-page pitch and your curriculum vitae outlining your experience and why you would be best suited for the role and the contact details of at least two referees. Referee reports will be sought if shortlisted for the role.
Applications should be submitted .
Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.
The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.
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