You will be part of the Contracts team in NParks, working closely with cross functional teams to support the contract administration, governance, and compliance practices across development projects.
National Parks Board
Deputy Director / Contracts
Fixed Terms
Closing on 02 Feb 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
You will be leading a team to work on contract governance functions, including:
Development and implementation of effective contract governance and compliance strategies
Providing strategic governance and risk insights across various contract management processes
Coordinating with cross functional teams for effective functioning of governance policies and procedures
Providing advice on compliance and risk-related issues for continuous improvements in governance practices
What we are looking for
Areas of study in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Law, or Public Administration (with governance/audit experience), with training or specialisation in Project and/or Contract Management
Experience in governance, compliance, or risk management in the areas of development/construction projects
Strong communication skills with the ability to advise and coordinate across departments
Ability to think critically and strategically with a focus on process improvements, compliance, and risk mitigation
Expertise in governance and compliance advisory roles
Knowledge and experience in regulatory and legal frameworks pertaining to public-sector procurement, contract administration, and governance
About your application process
This job is closing on 02 Feb 2026.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within National Parks Board or the wider Public Service.
About National Parks Board
At the National Parks Board (NParks), we take pride in conserving our natural heritage and enhancing green spaces for all to enjoy in our City in Nature. We have a multi-talented and highly passionate team that is driven by the goal to create a unique world-class living environment through excellence in biodiversity conservation, greenery and recreation, and veterinary care in partnership with the community. If you share our love for nature and animals, and our zest for innovation and continuous learning, we have the perfect working environment for you.
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