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Positions vacant

ICT Procurement Specialist - Proximity

About the job

ICT Procurement Specialist

• Complex Procurements
• Commonwealth Govt & Defence
• APS6-EL1 /Defence L2 & L3

Proximity has over 100 advisors, lawyers, project managers and commercial experts. Our Procurement & Contracts practice is rapidly growing and are looking for Procurement & Contract specialists and officers to join our team, based in Canberra.

We're in search of an ICT Procurement specialist to deliver key agency strategic objectives. Confident in executing the procurement life cycle this role requires strong stakeholder engagement with a strategic and operational approach.

Who you are

We’re looking for people who live our values – people who are:

• Tenacious. A can-do attitude, results-driven and dedicated to delivery.
• Client-first. Relationships matter. Listen, anticipate client needs.
• Team players. Collegiate, share knowledge and build confidence in others.
• Adaptable. Work through ambiguity or uncertainty.
• Solution oriented. Think beyond the immediate questions and challenges and produce comprehensive solutions.

Use your Expertise & Skills

 

• Engaging with stakeholders to determine priorities
• Undertake market research recommending the optimum commercial approach.
• Plan and deliver ICT government procurement activities
• Develop RFx documentation, conduct evaluations and negotiate contracts that demonstrate value for money
• Provide ‘first line’ probity advice to ensure ethical behaviour during procurement processes.
• Inform and deliver upon project key milestones
• Work collaboratively to develop performance management methodologies that encourages strong performance
• Deliver and/or negotiate value based outcomes for business areas
• Manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously, liaising with both technical and non-technical staff to ensure timely and responsive procurement services
• Develop complementary contract and vendor management tools; manage risks and issues

You will have

 

• Demonstrated experience in developing procurement documentation in consultation with stakeholders, using either Commonwealth panel arrangements and/or adhering to the Commonwealth Procurement Framework
• Strong communications skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders
• Sound technical ICT knowledge and understanding of procurement enabling programs
• Ideally you will have a Cert IV or higher qualification in Procurement and Contract Management which is highly regarded
• Due to the nature of the work, you must be an Australian citizen with the ability to obtain an AGSVA security clearance

The Proximity Difference

We believe work should be a positive part of your life. It should challenge, engage, and support you in equal measure. By joining Proximity, you will enjoy:

• Health and Wellbeing, Professional Development allowances – we support your wellbeing and continued learning
• The chance to give back to your community by working with Proximity’s not for profit partners Menslink, Fearless Women, Inclusive Australia, The Farm in Galong, The Women's Legal Centre and Tjillari Justice Aboriginal Corporation
• A flexible working environment for work/life balance – make the hours work for you and your team
• Career progression pathways – We promote based on skill and personal achievement, not needing to wait for a position to available

Proximity is a leading provider of integrated consulting, legal and commercial services to government entities and large organisations. Proximity collaborates with its clients to overcome challenges and achieve excellent outcomes. By creating an exceptional workplace culture, Proximity equips its people with the confidence and knowledge to find the ‘right fit’ solution for its clients’ needs.

We’re committed to ensuring a safe and respectful workplace, where all our people, no matter their identity, orientation, background or physical ability feel valued and accepted. Our values are central to everything we do and stand for, we are strengthening our culture and building our client advantage by being Genuine people, bringing a Bold Approach, and providing Helpful outcomes.

Does this sound like the right organisation for you?

To learn more about us, view our website https://proximity.com.au/

If this position interests you, please get in contact with Loretta Pabian: recruitment@proximity.com.au

First Nations Solicitor (Mulleun Mura Program), Women's Legal Centre - Closing 12 August 2024

Full-time

$85,545 – $92,445

About the role

Women’s Legal Centre is looking for a First Nations solicitor to provide family law and family violence advice and casework as part of an integrated, multidisciplinary, trauma informed team.

• Are you a First Nations Solicitor passionate about working within the law to improve outcomes for First Nations families?
• Work with a team of dedicated First Nations women to help keep Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and children safe and connected to culture
• Opportunities for ongoing training, mentoring and career development

Tasks & responsibilities

• Provide high quality, culturally appropriate, legal advice and casework to clients, including representation in ACT and Commonwealth courts, in family law and family violence matters and if appropriate, Child protection matters.
• Work collaboratively with the Cultural Support Workers and Paralegals, and partner organisations to meet client needs and ensure services are integrated.
• Work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a trauma-informed service delivery model, with a personal commitment to reflection and self-care.
• Build and maintain relationships with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and support the delivery of Mulleun Mura’s services through partnerships.

Qualifications & experience

• Admitted to practice/eligible to apply for a restricted practicing certificate in the Australian Capital Territory.
• Experience in family law, including case work and family law litigation experience.

Please see full position description via this link here. 

Benefits 

• Health and Wellbeing allowance.
• Competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits.
• Additional paid end of year leave.

About the Centre

The Mulleun Mura Program sits within the Family Law Practice of WLC. The WLC is a community legal centre specialising in family law, migration, employment, discrimination and sexual harassment and sexual violence. WLC provides legal services within a multi-disciplinary, trauma informed practice model that incorporates cultural support and collaborative services to provide wraparound support to women.

How to apply

Provide a CV and 1 page cover letter addressing selection criteria in the position description to recruitment@wlc.org.au

Contact for more information:

Vanessa Graf – vgraf@wlc.org.au, (02) 6257 4377

Note: being a woman is a genuine occupational qualification under s34 of the Discrimination Act 1991 (ACT).

Applications close date: 12 August 2024 11.59pm AEST