Consultant Contracts

We have 2x permanent full-time positions commencing November 2026

The Commercial and Contracting Services (CaCS) Directorate is part of the Finance and Commercial Services Division and has responsibility for the provision of support to the Department of Education and Schools (the Department), for contract planning and management, insurance management, fleet management and commercial legal advice.

The CaCS Directorate is seeking new team members to work within the Commercial Procurement Services (CPS) team. CPS is seeking an experienced individual who is passionate about improving educational outcomes for students in public schools through best government procurement practice.

The Role

As a Consultant Contracts, you will deliver procurement and contract development activities for medium-risk contracts supporting schools and business areas across the Department.

You will work with stakeholders to plan procurements, prepare request documentation, undertake due diligence, coordinate tender evaluations, support negotiations and facilitate contract awards. You will also research contracting opportunities, implement less complex contracts and provide practical advice on procurement processes and Common Use Arrangements.

Working alongside colleagues across the Department and relevant central government representatives, you will help manage commercial risk, support value-for-money outcomes and continuously improve procurement resources and services.

We are looking for people who can prepare high-quality procurement documentation, communicate effectively with varied stakeholders and apply p…