Specialist - Procurement (Contracts)

Plan, develop and manage contract arrangements to effectively meet all TWoA contract requirements

Fixed Term until 17 December 2024

Full-time position, hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm (37.5 hours per week)

Days: Monday – Friday

Location: Te Awamutu, New Zealand

About us

Te Wananga o Aotearoa (TWoA) is New Zealand's second largest tertiary institution and the world's largest indigenous tertiary educator, and we've been providing transformational education opportunities to New Zealanders for nearly 40 years. Our vision of 'Whanau transformation through education' drives our commitment to being at the forefront of tertiary education underpinned by Maori culture and values.

About this role

The role of Specialist – Procurement (Contracts) is to plan, develop and manage contract arrangements to effectively meet all TWoA contract requirements. The primary function is to ensure that all contracts for Kaiako and external stakeholders comply with both TWoA policies and legislative requirements and to ensure all Contracts for Service requests align with relevant TWoA policy, procedure, and compliance. This role will also ensure the Contracts Register and the Delegations of Financial Authority database is maintained, and reporting completed.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

A qualification in Contract or Business Management

Working knowledge (4+ years) in drafting contracts for services and variations

Experience (4+ years) in providing training or guidance on the contract process and procurement procedures to kaimahi

Confidence (2-4 years) with contract management tools and systems

Advanced communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

As a kaupapa Maori organisation, your willingness to participate in cultural activities and develop an understanding of Ahuatanga Maori (values, culture and tikanga) is desirable.

Apply today!

Have we outlined a role that matches your capabilities and aspirations, and a workplace that appeals? Applications close 7 September 2024, so apply now.

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