Department of Human Services
Job reference: 840106
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern programs, services and policy that strengthen communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in community life. With people at the heart of what we do and a commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most.

Our Finance, Digital and Customer Support Division oversees the department's budget and financial compliance responsibilities, its infrastructure and assets portfolio, as well as procurement and quality assurance functions, digital, data and technology and screening transformation. They provide support and strategic advice across the department regarding a range of DHS goals, systems and processes. 

• Flexible working arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance including hybrid working from home options
• Make a meaningful impact in a supportive, rewarding environment
• Access excellent learning and development opportunities

The Senior Procurement and Grants Adviser is a role within Finance, Digital and Customer Support and is accountable to the Manager, Procurement and Grants for:
Providing leadership and support to all members of the Procurement and Grants team, supporting Business Units achieve maximum value and benefit from their contracting and procurement activities/strategies, providing a high-quality advisory and consultancy service on a range of procurement and/or grants management matters to relevant stakeholders, contributing to the achievement of identified contractual outcomes and protecting the operational, legal and financial interests of DHS at all times and initiating, developing, implementing and evaluating procurement strategies, programs, projects and policies.

There are two opportunities available for this role, a Term Contract up to March 2027 and an Ongoing Contract.

National Police Check required.
Two positions available - Term up to eleven (11) months and Ongoing.

ASO6 - Administrative Services Officer

$102,171-$108,071

Two positions available - Term up to eleven (11) months and Ongoing.

Elizabeth Chmielewski
Phone: 0434 904 003
Email: elizabeth.chmielewski@sa.gov.au

Diversity and Inclusion

DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require assistance with this process, please contact us at dhsrecruitment@sa.gov.au and a member of the team will get back to you.

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

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in.

Applications close: 16/04/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- Role Description - Senior Procurement and Grants Adviser - ASO6.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.