Job Description

About us 

Cancer Council NSW (CCNSW) is a community funded and focused not for profit. We are the largest cancer charity in NSW and our point of difference is that we work across every area of every cancer, from research right through to support. 

At CCNSW we understand that nothing feels better than doing work you really care about. As Australia’s leading organisation supporting all people impacted by all cancers, we understand how good it feels to make a difference. We know that almost 1 in 2 Australians are affected by cancer during their lifetime, by joining the passionate team at CCNSW you’ll know that each day the work you’re doing will positively impact people in your life and Australia.  

About the team/About the role:

The FSO Division supports CCNSW’s strategic ambition by enabling and facilitating the building of a future ready and sustainable organisation. FSO’s key objective is to remove any bottlenecks that may impede CCNSW’s growth and strategic outcomes, without exposing CCNSW to compliance, governance, cyber, security, or safety risks outside of CCNSW’s risk appetite.

The Procurement & Contract Management Lead is responsible for developing, implementing and embedding CCNSW's Procurement Framework. The role provides organisation-wide leadership and specialist expertise across procurement and contract management, ensuring procurement activities deliver value for money, mitigate risk and support organisational objectives.

Please note this is a full-time 16-month maximum term contract.

About the benefits: 

• Generous salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by paying certain expenses using pre-tax dollars up to $15,900 a year. 
• Recognised for Voice Project's 2021 and 2023 "Best Workplace" Award as well as Xref “Best Workplace” in 2025. 
• A balanced organisational approach to WFH and office   
• Additional performance-based leave available. 
• Work for purpose and know that your work fosters an engaged, diverse and culturally aware organisation. 
• Discounts available for everyday expenses such as private health, retail and fitness 

Key responsibilities of the role: 

• Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of procurement frameworks, policies, governance controls and processes.
• Provide organisation-wide procurement, supplier governance and contract management expertise to support informed decision-making.
• Establish and manage procurement planning, intake, approval and reporting processes, including supporting templates, guidance and governance documentation.
• Develop and oversee supplier due diligence, onboarding, offboarding, sourcing, evaluation and supplier management processes.
• Build organisational procurement capability through stakeholder engagement, training, coaching, change management, continuous improvement and reporting of procurement insights and recommendations.

Essential: 

• Tertiary qualifications in Procurement, Supply Chain, Commerce, Business or a related discipline, and/or equivalent professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience in procurement, contract management, supplier governance, and procurement framework implementation.
• Strong knowledge of procurement lifecycle management, supplier due diligence, contract governance and risk management principles.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders, build cross-functional partnerships and manage complex projects and organisational change initiatives.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills and experience with supplier, contract or governance management systems, coupled with strong attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously.

Desirable: 

•  Experience implementing procurement governance within a not-for-profit, government or highly regulated environment.

CCNSW is an inclusive place to volunteer and work.  We embrace diversity, celebrate our differences, and inspire each person to be their authentic self at work.  As we strive to represent the communities we serve, we welcome and actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other diverse groups. 

If you require any adjustments to submit your application, please get in touch with Blayze Thomas at careers@nswcc.org.au  

Apply online by visiting our website directly, copying the following link www.cancercouncil.com.au/jobs then click on the role title and submit your cover letter and resume. 

Job ad closing: 9th November 2026