• Based in Darwin CBD, full-time permanent role
• Level 3 / level 4 (opportunity to grow within the role)
• 6 weeks annual leave

A permanent opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, experienced and qualified candidate to join City of Darwin in the role of Procurement & Contracts Officer. This is a great opportunity for a process savvy and system based people influencer to utilise their skills and grow our capability into the future.

About the role

The Procurement & Contracts Officer will support stakeholders to plan, develop, source and manage procurement arrangements to effectively meet organisational and business objectives. Reporting to the Executive Manager Corporate and Customer Services, this position will be pivotal in providing support to ensure the delivery of strategic leadership and initiative pertaining to the procurement function across City of Darwin moving towards 2030.

Key Areas of Service Delivery Responsibilities will include:

Applicable to Level 3 and Level 4:

• Assist in delivering of City of Darwin's procurement and contract management processes and reporting requirements
• Provide administrative support to the Procurement Team

Level 4 only:

• Facilitate end-to-end procurement processes including development, assessment and debriefing unsuccessful tenders
• Develop and deliver a training program to ensure procurement compliance
• Provide advice to enable stakeholders to gain maximum benefit from contracted services and under guidance of the Supervisor support key stakeholders to manage supplier disputes and performance deficiencies

About YOU

You will bring entry-level procurement knowledge, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ideally, you will have experience in understanding and clearly explaining concepts to a range of stakeholders.

To be considered for the role, you will have:

Level 3 (Administrative Focus)

• A Certificate IV in Business, Procurement and Contracting, or a similar qualification. This level is primarily focused on administrative and support tasks within procurement and contract processes.
• The ability to obtain a National Criminal History Check
• Drivers Licence

Level 4 (Advanced/Professional Focus)

• A Diploma of Business with relevant units in procurement, compliance, or governance, or an equivalent combination of relevant qualifications and experience. This level involves more complex responsibilities and a greater degree of autonomy.
• A minimum of two (2) years' experience in a similar role
• The ability to obtain a National Criminal History Check
• Drivers Licence

To apply:

To download the PD and to apply for this job go to: https://jobs.darwin.nt.gov.au/Current-Vacancies & enter ref code: 6810854

Please upload your CV and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.

For further information regarding this role, please read full position description or contact Sean John, our Senior Procurement & Contracts Officer on 8930 0695 during business hours.

Please note, only applicants that are shortlisted for this role will be contacted.

We accept applications only via our portal, please email us only if you have questions related to a role.

City of Darwin Talent Acquisition Team can be contacted via:

• Phone: (08) 8930 0689
• Email: recruitment@darwin.nt.gov.au
• Website: Employment at Council | City of Darwin Careers - Current Vacancies

Applications close (5 pm) on 2 October 2025

We are looking forward to receiving your application if you are a direct applicant. Please note that we are not working with recruitment agencies for this position.

The City of Darwin is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background to apply.

As part of Council's recruitment process, applicants may be required to undergo pre-employment assessments, such as a Medical Assessment, National Police Check and Psychometric Assessment.