ICT Procurement and Contract Manager

What you'll do  

• Provide ICT contract management services to the division and its customers.
• Apply effective verbal and written communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills, with an ability to interact individually and in groups with internal and external clients and service providers.
• Review the performance of suppliers (including supplier categorisation) and associated contracts to ensure the terms and conditions of those contracts are being adhered to.
• Manage the review and renewal process for all ICT contracts across the eHealth Queensland to ensure contracts remain relevant to the business of the Department.
• Prepare written reports and recommendations in a range of areas including ICT industry engagement initiatives and contract management improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to the development of awareness and training sessions on industry engagement, contract management and the development of ICT promotional and communications material within the Department
• Contribute to the development and communication of corporate information management strategies, policies, standards and plans to promote best practice in managing supplier relationships.

About you  

We are searching for someone who has:

• High level ability to lead and manage complex contracts, preferably IM/ICT contracts in the healthcare industry (SFIA code: SURE 6, ITCM 5) with proven experience in leading, managing and mentoring an effective multi-disciplinary team (NHS: Leading change through people).
• Experience in stakeholder relationship management to support effective business change, including the ability to initiate relationships and influence key stakeholders in reference to supplier relationship management and control of contract documentation (SFIA Code: RLMT 6).
• Proven high level negotiation, consultation and effective written and oral communication skills for use in a complex contractual arrangement with advanced capacity to develop creative approaches to address complex contractual issues (NHS: Effective and strategic influencing).
• Proven analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills and a proven ability to work in a team environment developing effective working relationships with team members (NHS: Collaborative working). 

Why work with us?  

Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. 

Competitive salaries 

• 12.75% superannuation  
• 17.5% leave loading 

Employee wellbeing & development 

• Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members 
• Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave. 
• Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth.  
• Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development. 

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion  

At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.  

Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions.  

Ready to apply? 

For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.