Finding the right person for the job is a challenge for every organisation, government departments are no exception. What was once an internal function, recruitment services are now more commonly outsourced in an effort to utlise the industries expertise and resources. This week we look at an opportunity issues by Services Australia looking to establish a new Executive Recruitment panel to undertake executive search and recruitment services.

The requirement includes:

(a) Provision of Senior Executive recruitment management services, and executive search services including the ability to draw on extensive personal and professional networks, databases, industry and professional associations to supplement the field of candidates;

(b) Provision of psychometric testing and detailed candidate assessment of the results to the selection panel;

(c) Preparation of candidate information packs and advertising material;

(d) Responding to all enquiries and requests for information during the advertising period;

(e) Receipt and management of formal applications including reference checks, shortlisting candidates;

(f) Assist the selection panel in the shortlisting and interview process, including provide scribing support and preparing a comprehensive final report of interviewed candidates;

(g) Assist with the offer process.

The intention is to select up to 10 service providers with demonstrated experience being the highest weighted evaluation criteria. The proposed term of the contract is 3 years with options for 1 x 2 year extensions. The closing date for the RFT is 21st May 2021.

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