Principal ICT Sourcing and Procurement Officer, Digital Health

The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians. We’re focused on supporting Victorians to be as healthy as they can; whether through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma, notifying them of contact with communicable diseases, safeguarding their drinking water, developing the best health, wellbeing and care facilities in the world, being at the forefront of mental health and wellbeing treatment or accelerating medical research. It’s all part of the way we partner with the community to help every individual lead a healthy life.

About the role:

The Principal ICT Sourcing and Procurement Officer is responsible for the overall commercial management of the Enterprise Technology Branch ICT consumed products and services.

The role is responsible for managing various commercial elements including but not limited to hosting agreements, procurement of services and software licencing arrangements.

The role has a focus on achieving beneficial commercial outcomes for the department, through industry knowledge and advanced negotiation skills and experience.

In addition to assisting with the establishment of new commercial arrangements the role will be responsible for performing detailed analysis into the departments current agreements and determine strategies to increase value and reduce costs through product and service redundancy, consolidation, volume discounts, along with other techniques.

The role will also support Enterprise Technology Branch delivery teams in understanding various product and service pricing models, enabling accurate cost estimations and forecasts.

About us:

At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.

We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.

About you:

• A tertiary qualification in fields relevant to procurement, and/or business systems, or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Previous commercial procurement and supplier management experience working for medium to large organisations.
• Proven experience in developing and effectively implementing ICT sourcing strategies.
• Proven experience in managing complex and large-scale ICT supplier and commercial contracts.
• Proven ability to undertake detailed analysis into varied and complex data sources to determine strategies to increase value and reduce costs.
• Proven experience in contract negotiation and achieving best value for money commercial results demonstrated through meeting established cost saving targets.
• Proven experience in commercial models of ICT platform and hosting arrangements with various partners including Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services and Google.
• Working knowledge of a broad range of ICT technology and service models across more than one of the following:
• Microsoft O365 / Power Platform suite
• Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Salesforce
• Service Now

What we offer:

• The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
• A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
• A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.

How to apply:

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. To view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date please see the PD attached.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at [email protected]. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence in line with our Privacy Policy. If you have any queries in relation to the application or recruitment processes, please email [email protected].

Applications close Tuesday 6 May 2025 at 11.59PM