Director, Procurement Governance, Policy And Systems

About this role

About the role This is 5 years Fixed Term Position The Director, Procurement Governance, Policy and Systems leads teams responsible for procurement governance, systems, policy, reporting and compliance across the department. The role provides strategic leadership, oversees procurement frameworks and systems, and ensures procurement practices align with government requirements and organisational priorities. The position provides expert advice to senior leaders, builds strong stakeholder partnerships, leads organisational improvement initiatives and develops high-performing teams. It also manages procurement reporting, compliance, budgets and workforce planning to support effective and accountable procurement outcomes. What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria) You’re someone who: • Thinks strategically, using systems thinking to identify opportunities, manage risks and improve organisational outcomes. • Leads with a strong focus on delivering positive outcomes for the community, while driving continuous improvement and business resilience. • Builds trusted relationships, understands political and organisational contexts, and provides values-based leadership through change and complexity. • Inspires and develops high-performing, inclusive teams by fostering collaboration, capability and a positive workplace culture. • Drives organisational performance by combining strategic leadership with strong transport and planning knowledge to deliver better outcomes. Click here to access the Position Description. Qualifications and experience You’ll bring: • A relevant tertiary qualification would be well regarded. • A current driver's licence. • Flexibility to undertake occasional evening or weekend work, including overnight travel where required. Pre-employment checks and employment conditions Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position. Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply. How to apply Click the ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application. Applications close at 11.59pm on Tuesday, 4th August 2026. Please include both your resume and a cover letter addressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions. For further information about the role, please contact Brogan Duyndam, Chief Procurement Officer at [email protected] . Important Information If you require any adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process or need the advert or attachments in an accessible format (e.g., large print), please contact us. We're here to support you.