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Senior Commercial Officer
Sydney CBD
NSW Telco Authority
Grade 9/10
24 Month Fixed Term Employee and Ongoing opportunities available

The NSW Telco Authority promotes flexibility and we welcome applications from people seeking part time, job share and other flexible arrangements. We also welcome applicants from Sydney and the Central Coast.

About NSW Telco Authority
NSW Telco Authority provides radio communications to frontline responders to help keep people and places safe. We manage the Public Safety Network (PSN), which provides radio communications to emergency services organisations and other government agencies. 

Next to Australia’s triple zero emergency hotline, the PSN is the most important critical communications network in NSW, and one of the largest of its type in the world. 

We also play a lead role in digital connectivity across government and drive reform across the sector. Our major programs include:

• Critical Communications Enhancement Program
• Public Safety Mobile Broadband
• Connecting Country Communities Fund
• Mobile Black Spot Program

NSW Telco Authority is committed to customer services and has a culture built on the values of service, transparency, accountability, integrity, respect and safety. Our values guide our decisions and the way we work and reflect our diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace. 

NSW Telco Authority is a Statutory Authority within the Department of Customer Service.

For more information about us, visit www.telco.nsw.gov.au.

About the Role
NSW Telco are looking for a Senior Commercial Officer to join our team. As part of a growing team (focussed on category management) you will be responsible supporting the commercial process of one of NSW’s largest telecommunications infrastructure development programs. Your typical day will involve partnering with business stakeholders to understand their sourcing and contracting needs, managing tenders (from procurement plan through to tender evaluation, negotiation and contract award) and working alongside your Commercial team mates to deliver top quality service to the business.

You will ensure that NSW procurement policy is followed, procurement risks are identified and mitigated, and that contracts are executed and managed appropriately to drive the best commercial outcomes for NSW. This includes developing and administering contract management plans, negotiating contract changes and managing supplier performance to deliver contract terms.
You will be a self-starter with the ability to build relationships (internal and external), manage your own procurement projects and document commercial decisions to provide an audit trail and report on contractor delivery.

You will also act as one of many practical voices in internal and external activity. You will provide governance and advice to internal stakeholders and external vendors and build expertise in procurement and procurement categories across the organisation.
For the right candidate there is also the opportunity to lead a small team of commercial officers and did we mention it’s working on one of the most important and largest programs in NSW

About you
You will be able to demonstrate end-end experience in complex procurement process (government experience preferred), contract management and category management. You will also excel in developing relationships and implementing supplier management strategies.

We work in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change quickly. In addition, the scope of our work carries a high level of scrutiny in the sector. Join this highly collaborative and inclusive team who are focussed on delivering results that benefit the community and who have fun and celebrate success along the way.

Prior experience in a commercial role within the public sector or Australian construction industry is advantageous.

To Apply – please apply with your resume of no more than 3 pages

Working at DCS
The Department of Customer Service (DCS) is a great place to work! Our values of accountability, trust, service and integrity drive our initiatives and culture. We support innovative programs in areas as broad as digital government, consumer protection and major public works. We are an inclusive organisation that celebrates diversity and flexible work practices and believe our people are our greatest asset.

Our benefits include:
· Our flexible working policy
· Discounted Gym Memberships and Employee Assistance Programs
· Annual Leave Loading, development opportunities, training and much more!

Salary Grade 9/10, with the base salary for this role starting at $111,077 base plus superannuation

Click Here to access the Role Description. For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Lauren Johnson via lauren.johnson@customerservice.nsw.gov.au

Closing Date: Applications close Thursday 25th February at 9:59am

Telco Authority is committed to increasing representation of Aboriginal people across our workforce including assistance throughout the recruitment process via our recruitment partner, Yarn’n Aboriginal Employment Services. Contact Yarn’n, (02) 9319 4000, for information and assistance.

The Department of Customer Service is committed to creating an inclusive environment and proud to be an EEO employer. We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are an inclusive workplace who provide reasonable adjustments to make sure we create a safe culture for all our employees. If you require reasonable adjustment in the assessment process please contact CSRecruitment@customerservice.nsw.gov.au