Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $100,894 - $114,476
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Accounting, finance and procurement
Location: Location not specified
Reference: 2175
This position is responsible for the management of contract and procurement activities to support the Office of the Deputy Secretary Division of the Agriculture Victoria Group across multiple disciplines including essential services, routine services, minor repairs or replacements of assets, and the facility management system to manage services.
The position plays a vital role in ensuring that processes meet compliance and statutory obligations, expenditure is within agreed budget, and quality reports are provided on a regular basis to management.
The Contracts and Procurement Officer will liaise with contractors, suppliers, facilities and project and contract management staff, internal and external stakeholders to ensure outcomes and expectations are met.
The position requires a motivated self-starter who is able to build and maintain good working relationships with staff across the department, as well as manage several programs of work through to successful completion.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is Flexible within Victoria at Agriculture Victoria Location with hybrid work arrangements available.
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.
Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.
How to Apply:
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Applications close 11.59pm on Sunday, 20 September 2026.
All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.
Other relevant information:
Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
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