Procurement Policy Analyst

TAFE NSW Life-Changing Careers

Procurement Policy Analyst

Location negotiable across NSW (subject to campus availability)

Full-time Permanent opportunity

Up to $142,056 annual package includes base salary ($116,216 – 125,157) plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

 

At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.

That’s why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow.

Life-changing impact starts with an incredible team that sees their career as an opportunity to transform someone’s world. Whether that’s inspiring students, supporting each other, or helping our communities and industries flourish. 

We live by TAFE NSW values: Customer Focus, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work and inspire our performance.   

We invest in our people

At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.

We provide you with tools and ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and a 35-hour working week with a variety of flexible working options.

About the role

The Procurement Policy Analyst supports the development, review, and improvement of procurement policies that guide compliant, efficient, and value‑for‑money purchasing across TAFE NSW. Working within a collaborative and high‑performing team, the role contributes to key reform initiatives by analysing procurement data, interpreting legislative and policy requirements, and identifying risks that impact compliance in government procurement. This work helps shape strategic policy direction and ensures procurement practices align with organisational objectives and NSW Government expectations.

The role also involves preparing clear and insightful policy papers, guidance materials, briefings, and reports that translate complex procurement concepts into accessible information for a wide range of stakeholders. In addition, the Procurement Policy Analyst assists with stakeholder engagement across Finance, Legal, business units, suppliers, and relevant government bodies to support informed decision‑making.  Through evidence‑based analysis and strong stakeholder collaboration, the role helps strengthen TAFE NSW’s procurement framework and contributes to a transparent, accountable, and high‑quality procurement environment.

About You 

You’re a self-starter with a growth mindset – someone who thrives in dynamic environments and takes ownership of your work. You’re curious, analytical, and confident navigating complex policy landscapes.

Ideally, you bring experience working within the NSW Government or a similar public sector environment, and you understand how to collaborate across departments and agencies. You implement policies effectively by combining insightful communication with a focus on meeting capabilities to support business outcomes.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment where their insights and expertise contribute to meaningful change. You’re looking for a role that will stretch you professionally, with the support to grow your skills and take on more responsibility over time.

Essential requirements

1. A valid Working with Children Check (required prior to commencement).

2. Degree qualification in a related field or significant equivalent experience.

3. Experience in the delivery of high-quality procurement related policy analysis in a public sector

To find out more about the role, click to view the Role Description 

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culturally safe and accessible workplace where dignity, trust, respect, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion are valued, so you can safely bring your whole self to work and connect with your community through our many diverse employee networks. If you require an adjustment in the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Lead listed below.

A career of life-changing impact awaits you. Apply now!

Applications close: Wednesday 11th of March 2026 (11:55pm AEST)

To apply for this role, click on 'apply now' and provide:

• Your current resume; and
• Response to the targeted question when prompted in the application form (max 300 words).

Targeted Question: Tell us about a time you gathered and incorporated stakeholder feedback when developing or refining a procurement process or policy. How did you balance differing and perhaps conflicting needs, remove barriers to change and ensure the approach  was practical, compliant, and widely supported?

Role-specific enquiries: contact Peter Quinlivan, Manager Procurement Governance & Operations, at peter.quinlivan2@tafensw.edu.au or via phone 0418 878 908.          

General recruitment or adjustment enquiries: contact Peta Handley, Talent Acquisition Advisor, at peta.handley@tafensw.edu.au 

For helpful insights into preparing your application, TAFE NSW’s recruitment process, and getting interview ready, read through our Application Process and the interactive Capability Application Tool.  

This is a child-related position. A Working with Children Check is a prerequisite for anyone in child-related work. It involves a national criminal history check and review of findings of workplace misconduct. 

To be eligible for positions at TAFE NSW, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

A talent pool, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position, and position(s) of the same classification that subsequently becomes vacant, may be filled via this recruitment. 

Location is negotiable across our TAFE NSW campuses. Please note your preferred campus location is not guaranteed and is subject to campus availability at the time of offer. 

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