Job no: 493482Work type: Full TimeLocation: Head Office, Canberra, Parramatta, Brisbane, MelbourneClassification: Executive Level 1DHA is seeking an experienced Procurement Assistant Director to join the Procurement team. Apply now and enjoy a rewarding career at DHA! Position: Procurement Assistant DirectorLevel: Executive Level 1Salary Range: $118,461 to $144,571 per annum plus 15.4% superannuationLocation: Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane About us Defence Housing Australia (DHA) is a Nationally Recognised Government Business Enterprise with the primary role of providing housing and related services to Defence and their families. DHA manages one of Australia's largest national housing portfolios of about 17,000 properties and has an opportunity for an experienced Procurement Assistant Director to join the team. About the role As the Assistant Director Procurement, you will primarily be focused on ensuring the procurement operations of DHA are undertaken in a proactive and compliant manner through the leadership of a small team who deliver an advisory service for minor and simple procurements and lead the development and delivery of complex and strategic procurement initiatives in consultation with subject matter experts. About your team The Chief Financial Officer's Group is responsible for the delivery of fiscal management services across the organisation. The DHA Procurement Team is responsible for supporting DHA in achieving its objectives through sound procurement advice and support via a tailored DHA Procurement Framework delivered through a hybrid procurement model. As the Assistant Director Procurement you will lead and supervise members of the DHA Procurement Team within the Finance and Corporate Support Branch and play a leadership role in the delivery of a high performing procurement function. The role is responsible for: Provisioning of strategic procurement advice, including the formulation of complex and strategic procurement initiatives and associated documentation, including but not limited to, procurement plans, request for tenders, risk assessments, negotiation plans and contract agreements supervising and mentoring of a small team of established and emerging procurement professionals Drafting of key documents such as minutes, board papers, senate estimates briefs and responses to questions on notice Identifying and driving the achievement of business and process improvement projects, including the development and delivery of associated training where required Contributing (where required) to ensuring DHA meets its reporting obligations, including the Senate Order 13, Modern Slavery Statement (and associated commitments), Indigenous Procurement Policy, and other reporting as required Representing DHA at various internal and external forums, including the delivery of presentations where required Benefits for working at DHA include: 15.4% superannuation Generous leave entitlements, including 18 days personal leave and 20 days annual leave per year Work-life balance Positive workplace culture where you can bring your whole self to work Opportunities for growth and development Career progression and opportunities ADF partner employment conditions when posting to a new location For more detail on what we offer, visit the DHA website and refer to the DHA Enterprise Agreement 2024-27. How to apply To apply, click the Apply Now button below with your current resume and a 500-word one page pitch, addressing the requirements of the role.For more information about the role, click View Position Description button below. Any questions? Please contact Paige Bath, Director of Procurement T: (02) 6270 6034 E: Order of Merit A merit pool will be established from this process which will be valid for 18 months from the date of advertising. This merit pool may be used throughout this period to fill similar positions in the event positions become vacant. Inclusion and Diversity DHA is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from across our community including, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, ex-defence members, mature aged employees and carers. RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: Employment with DHA is conditional on successful applicants demonstrating that they are an Australian citizen and can obtain and maintain a security clearance at the required level. Update your details, view your application and progress #J-18808-Ljbffr