• Employment Type: Full Time – Permanent
• Hybrid work arrangements
• Attractive compensation package and employee benefits
• Generous salary packaging benefits
• Additional Leave and Work Life Balance days
About us
At Eastern Melbourne PHN, we work to improve the health of our communities by driving equitable access, enabling integration and collaboration, and using insights to demonstrate value and impact. Our organisation is committed to innovation and future-focused solutions that support primary care and improve outcomes for those we serve.
We’re looking for a Contract Management Specialist to provide specialist contract management advice to the commissioning and program management teams across EMPHN.
About the role
The Procurement Specialist is responsible for the administration and delivery of EMPHN’s procurement function. Reporting to the Procurement and Contracts Manager, this role ensures that all procurement processes are conducted professionally, efficiently, and in strict compliance with EMPHN’s policies and procedures, particularly those related to Procurement, Risk Management, Commissioning, and the Value for Money framework.
About You
You bring a combination of strategic sourcing expertise, a willingness to lean-in and collaborate cross-functionally and deliver cost-effective procurement solutions.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Tertiary qualifications in procurement, business, law, commerce or related discipline (desired) with a strong understanding of strategic sourcing principles.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively influence, present complex ideas clearly and engage stakeholders at all levels.
- High-level interpersonal and relationship management capability, including emotional intelligence, negotiation, and collaboration to drive strategic outcomes.
- Experience in procurement across a multidisciplinary organisation, preferably in the health sector including managing complex tenders.
- Demonstrable experience and accountability in working with successful multi-stakeholder projects, including an ability to work towards deadlines to ensure outcomes are achieved.
- Proven organisational skills, including priority setting, pursing tasks to completion and achieving targets within set timeframes.
- Ability to leverage technology and procurement systems to optimise workflows and reporting for executive decision-making
Key Responsibilities
- Managing tendering activity, contributing to procurement planning cycles and collaborating as necessary to ensure the most accurate and up to date operational, legal and probity advice has been factored in for procurement and contract correspondence.
- Ensure all procurement work is aligned with delivery of planned outcomes and relevant policies, systems and educate the workforce on EMPHN Processes and practices to enhance operational delivery
- Encourage and facilitate business improvement and innovation through upholding information security processes while identifying opportunities for growth
- Display individual leadership through role modelling EMPHN’s values and behaviours.
- Build strong stakeholder relationships by partnering in a customer-focused way, providing guidance that supports business priorities and operational goals through innovative solutions
Why Join EMPHN?
• Be part of a mission-driven organisation improving health outcomes in your community
• Lead the way in modernising community services through digital innovation
• Enjoy a collaborative and inclusive culture that values flexibility and continuous learning
• Access salary packaging, professional development, and a supportive workplace
Apply Now
If you’re an agile procurement specialist with a proactive approach, we’d love to hear from you.
Please click “Apply Now” and submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for this role.
Applications Close
Applications close on 15th December 2025
For more information, contact us via email at recruitment@emphn.org.au
Diversity Statement
Eastern Melbourne PHN values diversity. We know that to bring your best self, you must bring your whole self. Our inclusive environment is fundamental – better outcomes for our community are delivered by a workforce that reflects our diverse community.
We especially welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+, and people with lived experience of engaging with the health sector.
Join EMPHN and make a difference in shaping safer and more effective healthcare systems!
