Contract Analyst

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Join a dedicated team that actively manages technology vendor relationships
• Be part of a complex digital business operation in a multi-supplier environment
• Use your contractual skills to help us ensure best outcomes on high value contracts.

Ngā kawenga | About the role

As a Contract Analyst in the Digital Vendor Management Office, you'll play an important part in Ara Poutama Aotearoa's engagement with technology suppliers. You'll support the Commercial Managers work with technology providers to make the most of the value vendors provide to the Department. The primary objective of the role is to provide administrative management, guidance and expertise for digital products and services contracts. This function is critical to the Department's day to day operations, and for achievement of its strategic goals (Hōkai Rangi) and broader government objectives, in alignment with our shared values of inclusivity and collaboration.

You'll also be comfortable using your initiative, experience, and creativity to contribute to our ongoing work to improve practice and process. Ara Poutama Aotearoa's recurring spend on suppliers across a wide variety of categories is substantial, and our robust vendor management and procurement teams collaborate to make a positive impact on our operations. This is a great opportunity to work with and learn from other vendor management and procurement professionals.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Contract analysis and administration experience in in the public or private sector ideally working with digital or information technology contracts.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders, including service providers, team members, and peers from across the Department.
• Energy and enthusiasm for collaborating with a team to improve our new vendor management function.

Knowledge and experience of government procurement policies and processes would be an advantage

Utu ā-tau | Salary

The mid point of the salary range is $88,576 and the full range (85%-120%) is $75,290 - $106,292. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

Ko wai mātou | About us

Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whānau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu.

As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whānau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hōkai Rangi.

We're also bringing in new ways of working to help us deliver Hōkai Rangi, with a range of new roles being formed as part of The Pathway Forward Te Ara Whakamua. 

It is an exciting time to join us, and we continue to seek out talented individuals who are committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace. We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals, and that of the collective talent in our whānau. 

If you share the same passion for our work but feel this opportunity may not be the perfect fit for you, we encourage you to click here. We look forward to discovering more about you and exploring potential opportunities that align with your interests and skills.

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

Job ad closes: 14th of May 2024

To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples which reflect and demonstrate our organisation values. 

All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency. Applications received via email will not be considered. 

If you want to find out more about a career with us, visit careers.corrections.govt.nz or email our team at careers@corrections.govt.nz.

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