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Contract Manager
Department of Treasury and Finance
Job reference: 835161
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

We are currently seeking applications for a Contract Manager, to join the South Australian Government Financing Authority (SAFA) at the Department of Treasury & Finance for an ongoing role.

Remuneration:  ASO6 – Salary Range ($102,171 - $108,071 p.a.).

About the opportunity:
 
Strategic minds wanted — help shape high-value public sector decisions.
 
The Contract Manager is responsible for advising on and managing industry assistance contracts between the South Australian Government and businesses in alignment with the State's economic development objectives. This impactful role involves evaluating business performance, managing contractual obligations, and safeguarding the Government's interests through strategic oversight and risk management.
The Contract Manager reports to the Manager, Advisory Services.
Your team will collaborate to solve vitally important problems with solutions of meaningful benefit to the South Australian economy and the wider community.
You’ll work alongside colleagues who think creatively, challenge assumptions, share expertise freely, and push each other to produce better results.
 
About you:
 
You have a keen eye for detail but an ability to think outside the box. 
You’re seeking a workplace that allows you to think critically yet creatively to solve impactful and uniquely South Australian problems.
You are solutions-driven, curious, innovative, collaborative and purposeful.
 
To be successful you will have:
  • Tertiary qualifications in accounting, finance or a related discipline.
  • Significant experience in financial analysis, including interpreting financial statements and financial modelling.
  • Experience in negotiating and developing commercial contracts
  • Experience in drafting and/or preparing written correspondence to internal and external clients
  • Proven ability to understand and administer commercial contracts of a complex nature.
  • Proven ability to communicate complex commercial concepts clearly and persuasively, and to prepare concise, well-structured advice and correspondence for a range of stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop and implement practical solutions.
  • Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise, and work independently under broad direction.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement experience across public and private sectors at senior levels.
  • Sound knowledge of business finance, financial management practices, and contract law fundamentals.
About us: 
  • At the Department of Treasury and Finance we work together to ensure South Australia is a thriving, prosperous state now and into the future.
  • We are the lead agency for economic, social and financial policy outcomes. We play a vital role in providing financial services to the community and economic and fiscal policy advice to the Government of South Australia.
  • Our culture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility and diversity. We believe people are our most valuable asset, so we work to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.

About SAFA

  • South Australian Government Financing Authority (SAFA) is the central financing authority, captive insurer, provider of advisory services and fleet manager for the Government of South Australia (SA).
  • We are the lead agency for economic, social and financial policy outcomes. SAFA plays an integral role in providing financial services to the community and economic and fiscal policy advice to the Government of South Australia.
  • Our culture is one that welcomes all, and we embrace flexibility and diversity. We believe people are our most valuable asset, as such we work to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.
About Advisory Services:
  • SAFA’s Advisory Services team contributes meaningfully to South Australia's economic growth and commercial prosperity by providing a wide range of services that support the government in its financial and contractual arrangements with private entities. These services include undertaking financial reviews to inform structuring financial support packages; advising on fund guidelines; contract formation, negotiation, restructures and settlement; industry assistance (principally loans and grants) and plenty more.

What we offer

  • High value, impactful work
  • Flexible working options
  • Salary packaging options
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Supportive career development opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
  • Be Well Program

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact:

Name: Jason Heidt
Title: Manager, Advisory Services
Tel: 08 8429 3898
Email: jason.heidt@sa.gov.au

Application Instructions:

To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA by clicking Apply and following the instructions.

Applicants are required to submit a Curriculum Vitae and covering letter (no more than two pages) addressing the key selection criteria and demonstrating suitability for the role. You are also required to provide details of two referees and complete a pre-employment declaration.

Applicants will be required to undergo the appropriate and relevant Employment Screening Assessment(s) required for this role.

The Department of Treasury and Finance is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.


Applications close: 11/05/2026 11:45 AM

Attachments:
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- Role Statement - Contract Manager (A8089944).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.