World Commerce & Contracting to support procurement and contract management professionalisation in the Australian Government

WorldCC is honoured to have been selected as a professional association that will support the advancement of procurement and contract management capabilities for the Australian Government. This appointment marks a significant milestone in Australia’s ongoing journey to enhance its public sector workforce expertise, ensuring that procurement and contract management professionals are well-equipped to navigate the complexities of their roles.

Recognising the critical role procurement and contract management play in public sector operations, the Australian Government is committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. WorldCC will offer Australian Public Service employees’ access to industry-recognised qualifications, knowledge-sharing networks, and a wealth of learning and development resources. These resources are designed to empower professionals at every stage of their career, from emerging talent to established experts.

This partnership underscores WorldCC’s commitment to supporting public sector organisations in their pursuit of excellence in procurement and contract management, by providing access to cutting-edge resources and networks. We look forward to playing a key role in the Australian Government’s ongoing efforts to professionalise and upskill their workforce, ultimately contributing to a more effective and efficient public service.

Together, we will help to build a robust and capable procurement and contract management community that is well-equipped to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow.

"This collaboration with the Australian Government marks a defining moment in our mission to elevate procurement and contract management to new heights," says CEO of WorldCC, Sally Guyer. "By equipping public sector professionals in Australia with not just knowledge, but also the confidence and strategic acumen to excel in complex, fast-evolving environments, we are fostering a culture of leadership and innovation.

"At World Commerce & Contracting, we believe that building expertise goes beyond qualifications; it's about creating a resilient community of professionals who can anticipate challenges, drive meaningful change, and deliver outcomes that truly matter. This partnership is not only about skills development—it’s about transforming the way the Australian public sector approaches its most critical operations for long-term success. Together, we are shaping the future of procurement and contract management in Australia."

About the author

Sally Guyer

As CEO, Sally supports both the World Commerce & Contracting, and WorldCC Foundation global teams in the pursuit of both the recognition of and excellence in Commercial and Contract Management. She is an experienced and accomplished commercial and contracts management professional, holding senior commercial positions at a range of corporate and multi-national organizations. After gaining an Honors degree in Law, Sally spent her time in the house in the corporate sector, where she worked globally in the Telecomms and IT industries, before establishing her own legal and commercial consultancy in 2007. Sally is passionate about enabling business efficiency and growth through contracting and commercial excellence; she understands the need for robust business operations to drive these efficiencies, together with the requirement for effective communication and collaboration at all times. Whether in contract development, negotiation, training or general communications, Sally has built a reputation for service excellence and responsiveness. Her focus is on the creation of positive and successful business relationships, constantly striving to ensure that businesses realize their true potential and value.