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Job Offer: Principal Procurement Specialist – Christchurch:MinEducationJob description:Job DescriptionKia ora, Bula Vinaka, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Fakatalofa atu, Kia orana, Malo e lelei, Malo ni, Talofa lava, Tena koutou katoa and welcome.» Permanent – full-time » An interesting, challenging and impactful procurement opportunity! Help shape the future of education At the Ministry of Education, we work together to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent results. Our organisation is made up of more than 3,000 talented and committed people around New Zealand, from a wide variety of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for every child, young person, and adult student in our education system. About us Education Infrastructure Service (EIS), a part of the Ministry of Education, manages the Crown’s second largest property portfolio of around 2,100 schools with a book value of $19.6 billion, the largest payroll in the country, and transportation of over 100,000 students to and from school each day. Our vision for school property is that all schools have quality learning environments as part of a well-managed and sustainable portfolio that helps deliver equitable and excellent results for every child. About the function The function of the EIS Principal Procurement Specialist is to maximise the benefits and results that the Ministry and schools receive from their expenditure by providing procurement services for EIS and when required for school boards of trustees. You will also lead high value/complexity procurements; working collaboratively to undertake needs analysis, developing sourcing strategies, delivering procurement plans, managing and developing better processes, leading evaluations; facilitating contract negotiation and awards. Please note that there is more information available in the attached Job Description. About you It is essential that you have significant practice operating at a senior level. We need you to ?hit the ground running?! You must have an in-depth knowledge of and substantial practice with government procurement. You must have strong knowledge and practice of open tender processes and applying the Government Procurement Rules. You must be able to build effective working relationships with key stakeholders and will have the capability to prioritise and multi-task in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Great attention to detail, capability to communicate effectively and a good ?team fit’ are essential, to lead and develop others. You will also ideally offer: » knowledge of and practice with construction procurement (works and professional services) highly desirable » Full Member (Level 6 / MCIPS) » eligible or working towards Associate Member (Level 4) of CIPS and/or a significant tertiary qualification in Business or Accounting » knowledge of the impact of regulatory or legislative issues including, the Resource Management Act, Building Act, Public Works Act, in the development of public private partnerships in a New Zealand context » knowledge of political environments, particularly engagement with senior managers, Ministers and their offices. This opportunity will provide the right candidate with interesting and challenging work. Are you ready to make a difference? We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds, including M?ori, Pacific and those with disabilities, who will enrich our knowledge of the education system. As a government agency, the Ministry is committed to keeping to the Treaty of Waitangi’s guiding principles in our work for and with M?ori students, their wh?nau, hap? and iwi. Please review the position description by copy and pasting this link into your browser: https://expressonline.haineslink.co.nz/pdfs/678410_JobDesc.pdf How to submit the application:If this opportunity interests you, and you meet the requirements, apply now using the 'Apply Online' button.For more information Contact Us by Stephanie at eis.recruitment@education.govt.nz Applications close midnight - Sunday, 28 March 2021.Skills:
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