Description:
About the role:
The Senior Policy and Compliance Officer is part of a small team of specialists, led by the Manager, Procurement Strategy and Policy.
The Senior Policy and Compliance Officer will support the department's goods and services procurement governance framework through compliance monitoring, and supporting the development of appropriate mitigation and management strategies aimed at improving procurement compliance through divisional capability uplift and broader process improvement initiatives.
The Senior Compliance Offer will also work with the Manager, Procurement Strategy and Policy to support the Chief Procurement Officer, Procurement Committee and senior management on future initiatives, capabilities, and technologies to improve the procurement function within the department.
About us:
At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.
We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.
About you:
We are looking for someone who can:
- Support the department's goods and services procurement governance framework.
- Support departmental staff and divisions to identify, report, manage and mitigate procurement compliance breaches.
- Develop and deliver strategies to manage and mitigate systemic compliance breaches, and deliver associated monitoring, reporting and recommendations.
- Supprt the establishment, enhancement and implementation of policies, procedures and templates to support and improve the efficiency of the department's procurement and funding frameworks.
- Provide expert advice and support in relation to procurement policies and the procurement governance framework.
- Develop effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders ranging from middle to executive leadership, and a range of program and policy areas within the department.
Qualifications/Specialist Expertise:
- Demonstrated experience implementing and managing complex policy frameworks in a legislative context.
- Strong understanding of/experience in financial management and procurement governance and assurance requirements within the framework of the Financial Management Act 1994 and Victorian Government Purchasing Board Guidelines.
- A tertiary qualification in fields relevant to procurement, policy, and/or business systems, or equivalent is highly desirable but not essential.
What we offer:
- The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
- A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
- A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.
How to apply:
Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date.
We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusion@health.vic.gov.au . For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health .
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence in line with our Privacy Policy . If you have any queries in relation to the application or recruitment processes, please email talentacquisition@health.vic.gov.au .