Senior AusAlert Contract Officer

Australian Department of Home Affairs

Senior AusAlert Contract Officer providing day-to-day contract management for vendor arrangements at NEMA. Collaborating with government and industry partners to ensure compliance and oversight.

Posted 6/28/2026full-timeCanberra • 🇦🇺 AustraliaSenior💰 A$99,734 - A$111,701 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract management and procurement, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills to navigate complex contractual issues. Capable of effective stakeholder engagement and project coordination in high-pressure environments.

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Contract ManagementProcurement ExperienceProject Management SkillsAnalytical SkillsStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Contract AdministrationContractual Obligations MonitoringComplex Issue AnalysisHigh-Level Written Material DraftingMicrosoft OfficeSharePoint

Soft Skills

Organisational SkillsCommunication SkillsJudgementStrategic ThinkingCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Vendor ManagementGovernment CoordinationProject MilestonesOperational DemandIncident Response

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide day-to-day contract management to support the performance of the AusAlert vendor arrangements.
Administer, monitor, and enforce contractual obligations across several major complex contracts.
Provide contract management support for the delivery, management, enhancement and sustainment of AusAlert.
Provide surge capacity and continuity of contract oversight during periods of heightened operational demand, system change, national testing or incident response.
Work across government, industry, and technology partners to manage supplier relationships, coordinate governance activities, and support delivery against project milestones for AusAlert.
Make decisions using sound judgement, expertise and knowledge under limited guidance.
Investigate and analyse complex contractual issues, developing practical solutions and escalating matters where required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 2 years of experience in procurement and contract management is desirable
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-profile environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders across government, industry, and the community
Sound judgement and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex and technical information, and provide clear advice
Ability to draft high-level written material, submissions and briefs regarding complex matters
High level coordination or project management skills
Strong computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Office and SharePoint
Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills, with a high level of attention to detail
Ability to demonstrate initiative, sound judgement, integrity, personal drive, and collaboration as part of a team.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
Attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position.