Department of Communities and Justice

From 1 July, 2019 the Stronger Communities Cluster was created, bringing together and replacing the Family and Communities and Justice Clusters. This brings under one roof, NSW government services targeted at achieving safe, just, inclusive and resilient communities.

• Ongoing, Full Time Position
• Salary $128, 089 - $148,134 + super and annual leave
• Parramatta/Sydney Location

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Senior Contract Manager to join our growing team in Parramatta/Sydney though the role may be required to undertake work-related travel within, and work at, any DCJ site within NSW. You will lead the Contract Management team and manage commercial contracts from award to completion, including supplier relationship development, contract performance and risk management, to meet stakeholder expectations and business objectives.

A division of The Department of Communities and Justice, Infrastructure & Assets is responsible for the end-to-end management of the department’s asset portfolio, the delivery of the department’s capital infrastructure programs and the strategic planning of the department’s immediate and long-term infrastructure needs.

About your new role:

• Research, develop and implement frameworks, strategies, systems and solutions to improve the efficiency of the contract management function and enhance supplier relationships and outcomes
• Develop and execute detailed Contract Management Plans to achieve the objectives of the contract
• Provide sound advice to procurement professionals and stakeholders on the formulation of contract clauses and strategies to manage overall effectiveness of the procurement function
• Establish and maintain stakeholder and strategic supplier relationships to identify and minimise risk, resolve issues as they arise and maximise value from the contract
• Prepare and lead complex and sensitive negotiations for contract variations, contract renewals and claims/disputes to deliver better procurement outcomes and mitigate commercial risks
• Provide leadership, direction and effective management of the Contract Management team

About you:

• Do you possess the highest standards of ethical behaviour and reinforce them in others
• Do you translate technical and complex information concisely for diverse audiences
• Influence others with a fair and considered approach and present persuasive counter-arguments
• Do you take responsibility for delivering on intended outcomes
• Do you undertake objective, critical analysis to draw accurate conclusions
• Do you take responsibility for Procurement and Contract Management activities and decisions by applying the guidelines and procedures
• Do you initiate and develop longer-term goals and plans to guide the work of the team in line with organisational objectives

Sounds like you? Click here for more information about the role.

Requirements of the role:

• Tertiary qualifications in a related discipline and/or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience with demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development

• Appointments are subject to reference checks. Some roles may also require the following checks/ clearances:

• National Criminal History Record Check in accordance with the Disability Inclusion Act 2014
• Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012

How to apply:

To successfully apply for this role you need to submit your application online via www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au quoting job reference ID number 999 in the search field.

• Submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) introducing yourself and detailing your skills and experience relevant to the requirements and capabilities of this role as specified in the role description
• Attach an up-to-date resume

Application Closing Date: 29 June 2020 (11.59pm)

For any enquires about the role, please contact Cathy Tunbridge on cathy.tunbridge@justice.nsw.gov.au

If you are encountering any technical issues in uploading your application, please contact the DCJ Talent Acquisition team on 1800 810 316 (option 4) or email recruitment@justice.nsw.gov.au

To ensure this recruitment continues without interruption during the COVID-19 pandemic, some interviews and assessments may be performed using alternative methods. This may include video interviewing, telephone interviewing and online assessments. If you are successful following review of your application, you may need to perform assessments and/or interviews via online platforms using a PC, laptop or smart phone. By doing so, we will be adhering to the strict social distancing advice currently in place.

A talent pool will be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.

The Department of Communities and Justice is committed to building a workplace that values and supports diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQI and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

The Department encourages applications from people with disability and will provide reasonable adjustments in our recruitment process and in the workplace. If you need an adjustment in the recruitment process, please call or email the contact person listed below, and also advise us of your preferred method of communication.