Program & Administration Support Officers

Location: Canberra
Capability: Project Services
Job type: Contract/Temporary
Contact email: teja.k@interpropeople.com
Job ref: 1032725
Published: about 18 hours ago
Expiry date: 25 April 2026
Role Overview

You’ll be working with one of the largest federal government clients in 2 Program & Administration Support Officers to provide administrative and coordination support for ICT procurement and contract management activities.

The role supports a central ICT strategy and investment function and contributes to the effective management of complex and high‑value ICT contracts.

The successful candidate(s) will work collaboratively within a procurement and contract management team to deliver high‑quality, compliant, and timely outcomes aligned with organisational priorities and Australian Government requirements.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Work as part of a procurement and contract management team to support the delivery of ICT contract management and procurement services
  • Undertake ICT procurement and contract management administrative activities, including:
    • Invoice review and tracking from approval through to payment
    • Records and correspondence management
    • Reporting and data collation
    • Scheduling and supporting meetings
  • Develop and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships
  • Provide high‑quality written and verbal communication and demonstrate strong organisational and administrative skills
  • Assist contract managers to ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures
   
Skills Framework Alignment
This role has been informed by the Skills Framework for the Information Age (SFIA), with the following skill areas and levels applicable:

  • Stakeholder Management – Level 3
  • IT Contract Management (ITCM) – Level 3
   
Selection Criteria
  • Demonstrated ability to support day‑to‑day contract management activities in a manner that aligns with organisational priorities and complies with applicable legislation, regulations, policies, and guidelines (e.g. PGPA Act, Commonwealth Procurement Rules).
  • Demonstrated experience providing administrative support to contract managers, including:
    • Electronic records management (creation, filing, and maintenance)
    • Creation and maintenance of registers
    • Invoice tracking and coordination through to payment
    • Central mailbox management
    • Recording meeting minutes where required
  • Sound working knowledge of Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs) and Australian Government procurement policy frameworks.
  • Experience assisting with drafting and maintaining procurement and contract documentation, including tenders, panels, contracts, and statutory reporting.
  • Ability to collate contract management data and produce basic analysis and reports.
  • Well‑developed communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with staff at all levels.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Demonstrated experience in contract management support and administration within Australian Government environments.
  • Experience supporting ICT contracts and/or capability delivery.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
If you’re interested in applying, please submit your application today. The role closes on 30/03/2026 before 05:00 pm, don’t miss out!
Feel free to reach out to me at teja.k@interpropeople.com or 0481 967 567 for a confidential chat about the role.