Senior Procurement Advisor – Regional Support

About the role

The Queensland Department of Education is seeking a Senior Procurement Advisor to strengthen procurement capability across schools and regional offices. You will provide expert advice, training and support to ensure compliance with purchasing policies and drive continuous improvement of procurement processes.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver procurement advice and support services to schools and regional offices, enhancing purchasing capability and policy compliance.
• Lead the design and delivery of procurement training and capability‑building initiatives.
• Develop, maintain and update procurement procedures, templates and guidance material.
• Build and sustain effective relationships with internal stakeholders to promote best‑practice procurement.
• Research, analyse and prepare briefing materials, reports and recommendations to support policy implementation and operational decisions.

Required profile

• Strong communication and stakeholder‑engagement skills, able to translate policy into practical guidance.
• Proactive, sound judgement and a commitment to continuous improvement in procurement practices.
• Experience delivering training and developing guidance material, preferably within a public‑sector environment.

Required skills

• SharePoint

What we offer

• Flexible work arrangements.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development within a diverse public‑sector organisation.