Job Type: Permanent Category: Policy Location: Sydney Date Advertised: 07-APR-25 Job Reference: ASIC/1852160S Job Title: Category Officer Business Unit: Division: Summary: At ASIC, you can be the change that ensures a fair, strong and efficient financial system for the benefit of all Australians. Contribute to delivering on ASIC's purpose, vision, and strategic priorities to help maintain the integrity of the financial system and protect consumers from harm. Join our team as a Category Officer! You'll support and guide stakeholders in their procurement activities, ensuring compliance with the PGPA Act and government procurement framework. Be part of a dynamic team and make a difference!   Location – Sydney (other locations to be considered) Salary - $94,198~$112,011 (plus 15.4% superannuation) depending on experience ASIC 4, Permanent role Applications close at 11:59pm AEDT, 21 April 2025   The team  The Enterprise Services Group consists of four teams including Finance, Procurement, Property and Contracts, Performance Reporting and Planning and the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Program. The Group provides a range of support, advice and analysis services across ASIC.   As a Category Officer, you will: Provide expertise, advice, and support on Public Governance, PGPA Act, and government procurement framework. Assist stakeholders in procurement activities to meet business needs, achieve value for money, and ensure compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders on end-to-end procurements, ensuring consistent process, governance, risk management, and probity. This includes: Engaging with stakeholders to identify and address requirements. Identifying the appropriate procurement method. Preparing RFx and contract documentation. Assessing and reporting on procurement risks. Managing release, addenda, close, and supplier notifications. Collating and distributing responses and information to the customer and evaluation team. Collating procurement evaluation documentation. Preparing recommendation reports and gaining financial delegate approvals. Negotiating with suppliers and preparing contract/order documents. Executing contracts and registering them. Review procurement documents and consult with legal specialists on technical issues. Provide probity and process advice during procurement. Review procurement processes, systems, and workflows to improve efficiency.   Experience in providing operational support and advice on the end-to-end procurement life cycle. Knowledge of government (state or federal) procurement policy framework and probity requirements. Experience in resolving procurement and contracting issues. Strong project management skills and customer focus and attention to detail. Excellent relationship building and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to work independently and be accountable for outcomes. Excellent written, presentation, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex concepts and influence decision-makers.   View the position description for more information or click ‘apply' to start your application. Applications close at 11:59pm AEDT, 21 April 2025   ASIC's remit is one of the broadest of regulators across the world. ASIC regulates corporations, markets, financial services and consumer credit and monitors and promotes market integrity and consumer protection in the Australian financial system. Through our enforcement work, we hold to account those who contravene the law, working to achieve strong outcomes that address the greatest consumer and investor harms. ASIC is committed to a providing a diverse and inclusive workplace where the very best talent in Australia chooses to work. Indigenous Australians are encouraged to apply as well as applicants from all backgrounds and with different abilities. We offer a range of employee benefits including: Attractive superannuation Additional leave entitlements 50/50 hybrid work-from home model Flexible work arrangements Assistance for study and professional development Click here to view ASIC's salary and benefits guide. To read more about ASIC, you can visit our website or review our Corporate Plan. To work with us, you need to be an Australian citizen and be prepared to complete an ASIC Suitability and Baseline Assessment.