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Department of Justice and Community SafetyApplications close Tuesday 27 May 2025 at 11.59PMOverviewOverviewWork type: Full time Salary: $97,955 - $111,142 Grade: VPSG4 Occupation: Procurement Location: Geelong Reference: VG/9219-MAY25At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, were looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. Were all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, wed love to hear from you.The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that childrens rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please dont hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careersWere proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?Provide support and expertise for the commercial and financial activities of Western Plains Correctional Centre.Ongoing, Full-Time opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team based in Lara.The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking a Finance and Procurement Advisor to provide a critical role at Western Plains Correctional Centre.About the Business UnitWestern Plains Correctional Centre is a modern, maximum-security prison focussed on rehabilitation, housing up to 1248 people in custody. Western Plains features multi-purpose infrastructure which is adaptable to the evolving needs of Corrections Victoria and the people in our care. Modern amenities include medical wards, a cultural centre, and vocational training facilities.Western Plains provides a holistic, multidisciplinary approach to individualised care which motivates, encourages and promotes reintegration into the community. Western Plains has advanced technology which improves security, streamlines operations and enhances connections for the people in our care.Western Plains operates with three primary service teams: Workforce and Prison Services, Communities, and Safety and Operational Service which collaboratively deliver comprehensive services for people in our care, safety management, and corporate services. Through its innovative design and service model, Western Plains aims to create a thriving environment conducive to safety and positive behavioural change.Abut the RoleThis role is part of the Workforce and Prison Services (WPS) team, a team dedicated to delivering essential corporate and ancillary services support to prison operational teams and prisoners. Leveraging the technical ability and professional expertise of trained subject matter experts, the team supports the smooth functioning of prison operations while prioritising prisoner rehabilitation and safety.Reporting to the Senior Advisor, Finance and Procurement the Finance and Procurement Advisor will be responsible for supporting all activities that relate to finances and procurement activities for the facility. This includes prison financial transactions, the completion of monthly financial reporting and required process and managing end to end procurement activities.As the Finance and Procurement Advisor, some of your duties will include:Providing authoritative and accurate advice to staff on key budget and financial management practices in compliance with operating procedures.Preparing tools and information to assist staff to comply with financial management processes.Participating in the facility''s financial management obligations through budget analysis activity, financial reconciliation and required reporting.To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description.About youTo be successful in this role, you will have:Knowledge of legislation, policies and processes related to government accounting and procurement preferably within a state government environment (or similar).Strong conceptual, analytical and research skills with an aptitude for problem solving in the context of financial and budget resource management.QualificationsA qualification in Commerce, Accounting, or Finance and/or commensurate experience is highly regarded.How to ApplyPlease click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and misconduct screening.If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don''t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.IMPORTANT INFORMATION:CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT:The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people''s rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.Applications close Tuesday 27 May 2025 at 11.59PMApplications close Tuesday 27 May 2025 at 11.59PM Posted 13 May 2025ActionKey documentsPosition Description - 9219 - Finance and Procurement Advisor - WPCC - May 2025.pdfFILE | 194.19 KBContactKara Lewis on 0439 251 432Kara Lewis on 0439 251 432 kara.lewis@justice.vic.gov.auOther opportunitiesOther opportunities112 jobs at Department of Justice and Community Safety #J-18808-Ljbffr