ICT Procurement Lead

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We are seeking an experienced ICT Procurement Specialist to support a major ACT Government procurement program. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional with strong ACT Government experience to lead complex technology procurements, manage stakeholder engagement, and deliver successful procurement outcomes within a highly visible transformation environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior executives, project teams, legal stakeholders, and vendors to manage end-to-end procurement activities, including procurement strategy, market engagement, tender development, evaluation processes, contract negotiations, and governance requirements. You will play a key role in delivering complex ICT procurements, including Software as a Service (SaaS), enterprise platforms, digital transformation initiatives, cybersecurity solutions, and managed services.

Your new role

  • Lead end-to-end ICT procurement activities from planning through to contract execution.

  • Develop and manage procurement strategies, business cases, and approach-to-market documentation.

  • Prepare and review RFTs, RFQs, evaluation plans, briefing papers, and procurement recommendations.

  • Facilitate tender evaluations, market briefings, and supplier engagement activities.

  • Ensure compliance with ACT Government procurement legislation, policies, and governance requirements.

  • Provide expert procurement advice to senior stakeholders and project teams.

  • Manage procurement risks, probity requirements, and contract negotiations.

  • Support the delivery of strategic digital and technology projects.

  • Build strong relationships across government agencies, vendors, and internal stakeholders.

    What you'll need to succeed
  • Demonstrated experience delivering complex ICT procurements within the ACT Government environment.
  • Strong understanding of ACT Government procurement frameworks, policies, and governance requirements.
  • Proven experience managing approach-to-market activities and tender evaluations.
  • Experience procuring solutions such as SaaS platforms, enterprise applications, cloud services, digital transformation projects, or managed services.

What you'll get in return

Join a high-profile ACT Government technology program on an initial six-month contract with an immediate start. Offering a competitive daily rate and potential extension, this role is ideal for an experienced ICT procurement professional with ACT Government experience who can deliver complex procurement outcomes in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.


Janelle Kelly, Associate Director
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Job Summary

  • Published on: 08 Jul, 2026
  • Category: Procurement
  • Vacancy: 1
  • Job type: Temporary
  • Salary:
  • Location: ACT - Canberra
  • Job Nature: Temporary

Company Details

  • Name: Hays
  • Location: ACT - Canberra