Procurement and Contract Services Lead

Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing
Job reference: 863443
Location: 5031 - MILE END
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Agency
The Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing (ORSR) is the lead South Australian Government agency for sport, active recreation and racing. ORSR supports sport and recreation organisations, local government, and the community by providing leadership and support through the development and delivery of funding, policy, programs, infrastructure planning and management, and high-performance pathways.

The ORSR offices are located at the South Australian Sports Institute on the fringe of the Adelaide CBD at Mile End. Check out the video below for a look behind the scenes at our state-of-the-art facilities.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAZ73IJsouA

For more information about our agency, please visit:

Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing | orsr.sa.gov.au

About the Division - Strategy and Investment
The Strategy and Investment division plays a central role in strengthening ORSR's performance, reputation and strategic direction. Through its communications function, it enhances the organisation's profile and public presence, while its business operations and governance teams provide specialised corporate support and advice. Informed by market intelligence, research and evaluation, the division generates industry insights which shape strategy and improve sector outcomes. The funding services team administers the Sports Vouchers Plus program and manages the assessment and allocation of grants across one off, term and ongoing programs that support industry priorities. The division also leads commercial and partnership opportunities that leverage ORSR's assets to drive sustainable revenue and maximise value.

Role Highlights

• Brand new position. Make this blank canvas your own!
• Flexible work conditions and supportive workplace culture.
• Based at the new South Australian Sports Institute facility at Mile End.

Role Details
The position has leadership of the Agency's procurement and contracts functions and resources to successfully deliver results that align to the strategic objectives of the Agency and support a coordinated organisation wide framework. Supported by a Procurement Administration Officer, the role provides expert advice and leadership and ensuring that any risks and issues are identified and effectively managed and is accountable for ensuring compliance with both the Agency's and the Government's standards, policies and procedures

Special Conditions

• The Incumbent will be required to participate in the Agency's Performance Management Program.
• The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.
• This role requires a working with children check.
• This role requires a National Criminal History check.

Essential Qualification

• Extensive experience in leading complex procurement and contract management at a senior level.

Classification
ASO7 - Administrative Services Officer

Salary Range
$116,089 - $125,490 p.a.

Duration
Up to 24 months

Benefits

Bringing your talents to the Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing will see you rewarded with a wide variety of benefits such as:

• A variety of flexible work and leave arrangements.
• Access to the on-site SASI gym.
• Contemporary office space with secure bike storage and end-of-trip facilities.
• Free parking at our city-fringe Mile End office.
• Work-life balance with a flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Access to great customised training and career development opportunities.

Enquiries to
Donna Barchiesi - Principal Policy Officer, Strategy, Governance and Assurance
Phone: 0429 681 272
Email: Donna.Barchiesi@sa.gov.au

Applications close: 18/11/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- Role Statement - Procurement and Contract Services Lead - ASO7.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.