Administrative Officer 6 Remuneration Package Range $113,586 - $126,438
(including salary $96,620 - $107,721)
Full time, fixed to 30/06/2026
Sport, Recreation and Strategic Infrastructure/Northern Territory Sports Academy
Darwin, Northern Territory

Lead para-athlete physical programs across the Northern Territory

Mentor and support coaches to deliver long-term athlete development

Build strong partnerships with local and national sport organisations

Join our high-performance team at the Northern Territory Sports Academy and lead the design and delivery of innovative physical development programs for athletes with a disability.

Northern Territory Sports Academy (NTSA)

NTSA works in collaboration with key partners including the Australian Sports Commission, National Sporting Organisations (NSOs), Paralympics Australia, and NT sporting bodies, to create and deliver best practice pathway programs for emerging athletes, coaches and officials. We’re dedicated to fostering an environment where talent is nurtured, success is celebrated, and everyone can reach their full potential.

The Role

As the Para Pathways Physical Development Officer, you will operate within an integrated service model, leading the delivery of best practice programs focused on the physical development of para-athletes. Working with coaches, scholarship athletes and other identified athletes with a disability across the NT, to create better outcomes and pathway progression.

Key Duties

Contribute to the design and delivery of inclusive physical development programs tailored to athletes with a disability, supporting long-term development goals.

Collaborate directly with coaches to build their knowledge and confidence in delivering holistic and effective training programs, aligned with best practice and long-term athlete development principles.

Work closely with the Para Futures Program Manager, NTSA Senior Manager, and sporting organisations to ensure programs are aligned and impactful.

Build strong relationships with local and national sport partners to support athlete progression.

Contribute to the ongoing monitoring and evaluation of programs to drive continuous improvement.

Support cross-unit initiatives and collaborate with the wider sport and recreation team to enhance sector-wide learning and development.

About you

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about inclusive sport, a great collaborator, and able to adapt to the diverse needs of athletes and partners.

You’ll have:

ASCA Level 1 (or higher) accreditation or equivalent.

Proven experience designing and delivering physical development programs in multi-sport environments.

Demonstrated experience coaching both able-bodied and para-athletes at the community and elite level.

Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.

The ability to work independently, think strategically and adapt to shifting priorities.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, databases, and social media platforms.

Learn about NTSA and our development programs:

Northern Territory Sports Academy

Athlete Development Programs

Explore the Territory:

Greater Darwin and surrounds regional guide

Top End Regional Guide

For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Jodie Zanini on 08 8922 6843 or [email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 94250021
Closing date: 29.04.2025

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search