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Procurement Professional - Graduate Development Program
Are you looking to start your career in a growing profession where the opportunities for professional development are strong, where the profession's profile continues to grow and where practitioners can make a difference?
If you answered ‘yes’ to this question, then perhaps you should consider a career in procurement!
A career as a procurement professional
The Queensland Government is one of the largest purchasers of goods and services in the state.
The Queensland Government Chief Procurement Office (QGCPO), on behalf the Queensland Government, coordinates a 12 month program for graduates, in the exciting vocation of procurement.
Procurement professionals must be able to analyse and understand business requirements, supply markets and financial data. They need to have good research and analytical skills, be able to communicate and negotiate effectively, as well as set goals and adhere to priorities.
The Procurement Professional Graduate Development Program (PPGDP) was created in response to a need to bring professionals with these skills and potentials into public sector procurement, and offers graduates a chance to work on meaningful projects that make a difference to the people of Queensland. Shortly after the commencement of the program, QGCPO won a Highly Commended award at the Department of Public Works Excellence Awards 2006
The program has been developed to suit recent university graduates with business or business related degrees. It is a 12 month program of on the job experience, training and networking opportunities, and includes an introduction to public sector writing, leadership development, and core elements from the internationally recognised and CIPS accredited QGCPO Training and Certification Program.
Successful applicants are placed within one of the participating Queensland Government departments, agencies or Government Owned Corporations for the 12 month period, and embark on an accelerated program of formal and informal training, coupled with on the job learning and mentoring.
Procurement is an important function in any business; it is an expanding profession with many exciting career pathways and opportunities!
More information
The PPGDP flyer contains more information about the program and entry requirements.
Our Frequently asked questions will also provide more detail.
Applications for the 2009 program open on 21 July 2008 .
If you would like to be placed on the mailing list contact the Graduate Coordinator at graduates@qgcpo.qld.gov.au.
Past Graduates
Thirty eight procurement graduates from different disciplines such as business management, economics and commerce will have participated in the program by the end of 2008.
Read about some of the graduate’s thoughts on the program and their own experiences.
Last updated March 2008
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