Confidently manage contracts in the ACT and Commonwealth public sector.

IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
Are you currently managing contracts or expecting to manage contracts as part of your role? Would your work benefit from a stronger understanding of contract management principles and legal fundamentals in the context of the ACT Public Service or Australian Public Service?

Whether you’re working on procurement contracts, funding agreements, or service-level arrangements, foundational contract management skills are essential for public servants responsible for achieving outcomes and managing risk. If you’re looking to build your capability and confidence in managing contracts effectively, this course is for you.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
This practical one-day workshop provides foundational knowledge and tools to manage contracts from planning through to performance monitoring and contract closure. You’ll explore legal principles, contract structures, and real-world contract management challenges relevant to public sector environments. Through group activities, case studies, and applied exercises, you’ll gain practical experience using tools and techniques for successful contract management.

DELIVERY
This course is delivered over two half days using Microsoft Teams.

BY THE END OF THE COURSE, YOU WILL BE ABLE TO:

• Understand the role and importance of contracting in the Commonwealth and ACT public sectors, including the legislative and policy context (e.g. PGPA Act, Commonwealth Procurement Rules, or ACT Procurement
  Framework).
• Plan an effective contract management approach that supports accountability, performance, and value for money.
• Understand the legal fundamentals underpinning public sector contracts, including obligations, rights, and remedies.
• Identify and interpret key terms and conditions, including performance measures, payment schedules, and dispute clauses.
• Administer contract variations, extensions, and terminations in accordance with legal and policy requirements.
• Monitor contract delivery and manage supplier performance using practical tools and frameworks.
• Recognise and manage common risks, including underperformance, scope creep, and compliance breaches.
• Understand how to document decisions and maintain audit-ready contract records.

If you would like to learn more about this course or our other offerings, please contact the IPAA ACT team on 02 6154 9800 or capability@act.ipaa.org.au

Courses that do not reach the minimum required participants 14 days before the commencement date will be cancelled with a full refund.

If you work for the federal or ACT public service, or in the broader public-for-purpose sector, you’re most likely already a member of IPAA ACT. Check our membership list if you’re not sure.