Procurement Advisor

About this role

Procurement Advisor

• 12-month fixed term full time
• Based in Central Wellington

We are looking for a Procurement Advisor to join our Finance and Administration team on a 12-month fixed term period.

Whakatairangatia ngā kete o te mātauranga ki te ao mārama! E te tai whakarunga, e te tai whakararo – nau piki mai, nau kake mai ki te Mana Tohu Mātauranga o Aotearoa.

May the baskets of knowledge (education) be brought into the world of light. We welcome one and all to join us at the New Zealand Qualifications Authority.

About the role 

Reporting to the Senior Procurement Advisor, this role will provide advice and support to business owners about supplier and contract management, and procurement approaches and requirements. This role will also be responsible for advising the business owners on contract negotiations and vendor disputes as well as assisting the business with contract reviews in a timely and proactive manner with a focus on identifying and implementing process efficiencies, reducing costs and mitigating risks across NZQA.

Skills and experience

• Minimum 2 years' experience in procurement
• Experience in negotiating and drafting contracts and service agreements
• Strong understanding of All of Government (AoG) procurement policies and statutory obligations
• Commercial acumen and customer focused approach, and well-developed influencing skills
• Competent in Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a detail-oriented focus on accuracy and precision.
• Strong organisational and time management skills

About us

NZQA is a te reo Māori learning organisation and is committed to equity and lifelong learning. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds that will enrich our understanding of the education system. We prioritise the importance of understanding tikanga in building a culturally responsive workplace. 

What we can offer:

• A supportive team / whanau environment
• A role with lots of variety
• Development and career progression opportunities
• To find out more click here NZQA Staff Benefits
• Salary range $76,559 - $84,385

Apply Now!

For more information about this role and NZQA please refer to the job description, NZQA's Customer Charter and Organisational Values. If you are applying/viewing through Seek, please click ‘apply now' to access these links.

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Ismail Halim on ismail.halim@nzqa.govt.nz

Applications close at 5.00 pm on 13 July 2025.