Department for Child Protection
Job reference: 861383
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Role Status: Full-time vacancy available until 8 September 2028
Remuneration: ASO6 ($105,747 - $111,854) plus 12% superannuation

Role Details:

Enhance procurement strategies and systems to position vulnerable children and young people at the core of service delivery.

Our metropolitan Adelaide office is seeking a Senior Procurement Officer to strengthen contract renewal, replacement and renegotiation processes. You will manage end-to-end procurement activities within a tight-knit team through your evidence-based decision-making and sound experience in complex procurement. Relevant tertiary qualifications are desirable, but your expertise in driving organisational goals within a procurement framework is highly valuable.

In this role, you will:

• Oversee tender evaluations, pre-qualification panels and contract renewal, replacement or renegotiation
• Manage contract dispute resolution processes through sound negotiation techniques
• Develop and examine procurement strategies, policies and systems to reduce contract risks
• Maintain robust partnerships with service providers to guarantee maximised value for money
• Apply professional expertise to boost awareness of complex procurement and contracting matters.

About you:

• You possess extensive experience in end-to-end procurement processes to elevate existing strategic goals
• You exhibit exceptional communication and negotiation skills when liaising with stakeholders and enacting conflict-resolution strategies
• You can effectively operate within a complex procurement environment to make informed decisions
• You have strong analytical thinking skills when assessing contractual and procurement content
• You can prepare concise reports that generate valuable recommendations for the department.

Why You’ll Love It Here - DCP Benefits That Matter:

At DCP, these are just some of the benefits you’ll enjoy:

• A collaborative team environment, working alongside people who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful impact
• Flexible working options with tailored arrangements to help you balance work and life
• Paid Parental and Partner Leave – additional paid time to support you and your growing family
• Recognition and Growth – we celebrate your achievements and open doors to development across DCP
• Salary Packaging – reduce your taxable income with a range of pre-tax benefits
• Health and Fitness Perks – free flu vaccination plus access to more than 1,700 gyms, fitness centres and pools across Australia through our Fitness Passport program for you and your family
• Wellbeing Support - confidential Employee Assistance Program services for you and your family. 

See our full list of benefits. 

About DCP

The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.

Special Conditions:

• You must have a current Working With Children Check

For a successful application you will need to respond to all points listed under the your capabilities section of the attached role description. Please also note any special conditions that may be listed.

Want to know more?  

Contact Graham Loveday – Executive Assistant for a confidential discussion 

Via tel: (08) 8124 4119 or email: [email protected]

Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where everyone feels supported.

To apply for this role, please click on the apply button to be redirected to the DCP Career Portal.

Applications close: 28/10/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- DCP Job Application Guide.pdf
- Role Description - Senior Procurement Officer - ASO6.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.