Contracting and Procurement Consultant

ocation: Ottawa, Ontario (Fully Remote, open to candidates across Canada)

Language: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Duration: 18-week contract, November 16, 2026 to March 19, 2027, with potential for extension

Background Check Requirement: Must be eligible to obtain Enhanced Reliability clearance

About the Opportunity

Are you a contracting and procurement professional who enjoys building practical solutions from the ground up? Our client, a Canadian organization supporting military families, is seeking a Contracting and Procurement Consultant to develop a framework that supports the delivery of accessible, reliable child care services across Canada.

In this role, you'll work alongside program leaders and internal experts to establish clear contracting processes for third-party service providers. This is an opportunity to bring structure to an evolving program, apply your expertise, and make a meaningful impact on military families.

What's in it for You

• Meaningful impact: Help strengthen programs that support military families across Canada.

• Flexibility and balance: Enjoy a fully remote opportunity with flexible working hours and a collaborative team.

• Professional growth: Take ownership of a high-impact project while working with experienced professionals across procurement, policy, finance, and risk management.

Your Responsibilities

• You'll develop a practical Third-Party Child Care Contracting Framework and Guide to support consistent contracting practices.

• You'll assess program requirements and existing procurement processes to identify gaps, risks, and opportunities for improvement.

• You'll establish clear guidelines for contract development, approvals, documentation, service standards, and accountability.

• You'll identify contractual risks involving insurance, liability, licensing, privacy, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance.

• You'll create practical templates, checklists, and sample clauses to support contract development and negotiations.

• You'll collaborate with internal stakeholders to validate processes and support individual contracts as needed.

Skills and Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in contracting, procurement, or contract advisory roles.

• Experience developing or improving contracting frameworks, procedures, and supporting documentation.

• Strong understanding of procurement regulations, contractual risk, compliance, and public funding requirements.

• Experience in government, public sector, non-profit, or regulated environments is highly valued.

• Previous experience with military-related organizations is an asset, but not required.

• Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work independently in evolving environments.

Why Partner with Altis

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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.