These roles require an Australian citizenship with an active Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) security clearance. These opportunities do not have the ability to obtain sponsorship for a security clearance.

Our federal government client requires an EL1 equivalent Contracts Manager to provide specialist procurement and contract management expertise in support of high-value, multi-phase protective security uplift projects.

These are 12-month contracts with 2 x 6-month extension options.

This role is based in Canberra (ACT).

Estimated start: March-April 2026

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Assist in high value, complex procurement and contract activities that strengthen the department's Protective Security
• Engage, negotiate and persuade internal and external stakeholders, respond to complex to very complex enquiries relating to a Procurement Policy Framework and take the initiative to identify alternative courses of action to ensure resolution
• Use experience to deliver procurement related documentation including tender documentation, schedule, correspondence, reports, submissions, plans and strategies, risk and performance reviews, contract change proposals and other contract management documentation
• Translate and apply legal principles, legislative and policy compliance obligations, and commercial risk and performance requirements related to the Commonwealth Procurement Framework
• Apply legal principles, legislative and policy compliance obligations and critical commercial risk and performance requirements related to procurement and contract management
• Assist in financial management, including purchase order processing, forecasting and tracking of project expenditure
• Accountable for accurate completion of work within agreed timeframes and quality requirements, share own expertise with others and guide and mentor less experienced employees
• Take the initiative to identify impacts of changes to relevant Commonwealth procurement policies and recommend potential improvements to procurement practices
• Monitor and manage contract administration, performance and risks against the contract and contribute to appropriate action

Why Kinexus?

• Kinexus has been supplying Federal Government panels since 2004 and have a strong relationship with them. We are one of just 9 suppliers Australia-wide.
• Our experience in managing contractors in defence/national security industries means we understand the requirements from the Commonwealth, insurances and clearances.
• DISP accredited; we can hold clearances and manage renewals.
• Dedicated account manager, who is your dedicated POC and offer continuous contractor care.
• Rate negotiation guidance in line with the SFIA framework.
• Dedicated payroll assistant who facilitates your taxes and super. We proactively chase timesheet approvers to ensure you get paid on-time and error free.Regular visits for coffee, lunches and quarterly drinks events.
• We can facilitate novated car leases, LAFHA or salary sacrifice.
• We'll keep you up to date with the most appropriate, interesting opportunities in your field.
• All applications should include your resume as a word document.

All applications should include your resume as a word document.

For more information, visit our website, www.kinexus.com.au or contact Grace Meadows on +61 2 9492 7516.

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