This small, values-driven Commonwealth agency plays a specialised role in supporting integrity and accountability within Australia’s public sector. The organisation is trusted, collegial, and deeply focused on delivering high-quality work. As it grows, it’s investing in strengthening its internal systems and governance foundations, including procurement. Staff describe it as a “beautiful little agency” with high standards, a supportive culture, and genuine flexibility. The Opportunity This is a chance to step into a high-impact role where you’ll shape and embed the agency’s procurement capability. You’ll have the autonomy to review what’s working, fix what’s not, and leave a lasting legacy of practical, compliant, and easy-to-use procurement systems. The work is strategic, hands-on, and visible – perfect for someone who enjoys improving processes, building trust, and helping others succeed. The Role Reporting within the finance function, the Procurement Services Manager will review and uplift procurement frameworks, templates and guidance materials, ensuring alignment with the Commonwealth Procurement Rules and best practice. You’ll provide timely and practical advice to staff, helping them plan and manage their procurements with confidence. Key priorities include: Reviewing and updating procurement policies, forms and templates to meet current and upcoming CPR requirements Providing expert, timely advice to staff on procurement planning, evaluation and contract management Supporting staff capability through on-the-job guidance and informal training Strengthening recordkeeping and assurance processes. Preparing reports, briefs and responses to audit or internal review recommendations Working collaboratively with finance colleagues to align procurement with broader governance and financial management systems This is not a high-volume transactional role; others handle the day-to-day purchase orders and supplier processes. Your focus will be on uplift, compliance, and capability-building. The Ideal Person You’re someone who enjoys taking ownership and creating order out of complexity. You bring a strong grasp of public sector procurement and understand how to balance compliance with practicality. With excellent writing and communication skills, you can translate the CPRs into clear, usable tools and guidance. You’ll be comfortable working with intelligent, detail-oriented stakeholders, many of whom have legal or professional backgrounds, and you’ll gain credibility quickly through sound judgement and responsiveness. Ideal attributes include: Demonstrated experience in government procurement, including policy and process design Ability to deliver practical advice and solutions that improve efficiency and confidence Strong analytical and communication skills, with attention to detail Confidence to work independently in a small, collaborative team environment A pragmatic, credible, and outcomes-focused approach Formal qualifications in procurement, business, finance or related fields will be highly regarded Salary / Rate $85/hr - $95/hr 12% Super Labour hire engagement – initial 7-month term with likely 5-month extension Canberra-based role, Brindabella Park location Flexible work arrangements (part-time considered; hybrid after initial period) High-impact role driving practical uplift and capability How to Apply To apply online, please click on the appropriate link. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Lisa Shakhovskaya on 02 6108 4878 quoting ref no. 21123 HorizonOne is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and we encourage applications from people of all cultures, capabilities and backgrounds.
