Program & Administration Support Officer – ICT Contracts (APS5)

Location: Canberra, ACT | Onsite: 5 days per week | Salary: APS5 Equivalent | Contract: 12-months (with extensions)

Are you a highly organised, detail oriented professional with a passion for supporting ICT contracts and procurement in a government environment? Do you thrive in a collaborative team and enjoy working on meaningful projects that help drive organisational success? Seeking two motivated Program & Administration Support Officers to join the ICT Contracts and Asset Management Section within the ICT Strategy and Investment Management Branch.

This is your chance to contribute to the delivery of high quality ICT contract management services supporting DFAT’s strategic objectives, while developing your expertise in government procurement and contract administration.

About the Role

As a Program & Administration Support Officer (APS5), you will:

• Provide day to day administrative support to ICT contract managers, ensuring compliance with departmental priorities, legislation, and policies.
• Manage electronic records, create and maintain registers, track invoice approvals, maintain central mailboxes, and record meeting minutes.
• Assist with drafting and maintaining procurement and contract documentation including tenders, panels, contracts, and statutory reporting.
• Collate and analyse contract data, prepare reports, and provide actionable insights to support departmental decision making.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Ensure all activities are completed with a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism.

This role requires onsite presence in Canberra and offers exposure to high level ICT contract management processes, stakeholder engagement, and the opportunity to develop a strong understanding of government procurement frameworks.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in contract management support and administration within Australian government environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs) and government procurement policies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Current AGSVA security clearance (minimum NV1).

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Previous exposure to ICT projects, ICT contracts, or capability delivery.
• Advanced Excel skills for reporting and data analysis.

What We Offer

• Exposure to high profile ICT contract management within a leading government department.
• Opportunities to develop your skills in procurement, contract administration, and government operations.
• A supportive team environment where your contributions make a real difference.
• APS5 level remuneration with potential for contract extensions up to 36 months total.
• Dynamic and collaborative workplace in Canberra’s heart of government.

To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Cristina Garcia on + 612 6151 9214 or email cgarcia@paxus.com.au and quote the above job reference number.

Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.