Procurement Lead

at  Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network

Vacancy Information
Position: Procurement Lead
Base Salary: $103,074.60 per annum plus superannuation
Status: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Close date: Sunday, 28 July 2024
MPHN is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity. We strongly encourage
applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Thank you for your interest in applying for the position of Procurement Lead.
This package contains information about the Primary Health Network, and guidelines on submitting
your application.

You will find within the information package:

• An overview of Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network
• Position Description

About Us
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) is a not-for-profit organisation servicing more than
252,358 people, living across 508 communities on a land mass of 126,124 square kilometres. It is
one of 31 local and independent PHNs established nationally to support the primary healthcare
sector and improve health outcomes, particularly for those at-risk populations.

MPHN achieves this by understanding the region’s health needs to inform:

• funding services to meet population health needs;
• integrating local services and systems and improve coordination of care; and
• supporting the development of a local sustainable health care workforce through quality

improvement and professional development.
MPHN is informed by our local health professionals and communities through four regionally-based
clinical councils, and 33 Local Health Advisory Committees informing a single Community Advisory
Committee.
We meet our objectives by undertaking population health planning and priority setting. Our
decision making in the region is based on reliable health data and evidence, and on criteria that is
open to public scrutiny.
Within our organisation we promote innovation and encourage our employees to use initiative to
drive changes for our communities. We have a commitment to increasing the capability of our
workforce through opportunities for learning and development. We provide a flexible working
environment for our employees and offer generous salary packaging arrangements.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please submit a brief cover letter and a resume. Your cover letter should
briefly address the knowledge skills and experience required for the position, located on the
following pages.
Applications are to be submitted via email to recruitment@mphn.org.au
For a confidential discussion, please call Janelle Dufty on 0427 536 457 or email
janelle.dufty@mpnh.org.au
Position Description
Position Title: Procurement Lead

WHO PURPOSE

Manager • Escalate issues, make suggestions and provide updates.
Team members • Provide day to day support in contract and procurement
activities and coordinate regular monitoring and

reporting of the team.

• Participate in meetings, share information and provide

input on issues.

• Provide direct line supervision to members of the team

where identified by the Senior Manager.
External Stakeholders

WHO PURPOSE

Service Providers • Negotiate contracts.

• Manage potential providers to strengthen market

engagement.
Essential Requirements

the role.

• Attend scheduled meetings, conferences and work related functions within and outside usua