Administrative Officer 7 - (Remuneration Package Range $133,636 - $143,634
(including salary $113,938 - $122,574)
Strategic Policy and Commissioning
Darwin
Ongoing vacancy available

Strong project management and cultural competence

High level communication and relationship building skills

Strategic cultural knowledge and established Aboriginal networks.

Apply your well-developed project management skills, cultural competence and understanding of contemporary issues impacting Aboriginal workforce.

Department of Children and Families provides support services across child protection, out of home care, homelessness services, prevention of domestic, family and sexual violence and family and parent support services.

As a Senior Project Officer (AO7) your primary objective is to provide high-level support to the Director, Transforming Aboriginal Outcomes to drive reforms to improve outcomes for Aboriginal children, families and communities, coordination and high-level secretariat support of the Aboriginal Cultural Security Leadership Committee, and planning and enabling the annual Aboriginal Employee Forum.

Your key duties and responsibilities involve supporting the development of key projects and actions to progress outcomes for Aboriginal children and families in line with the Aboriginal Cultural Security Framework, undertaking research, trends and gap analysis that will inform service options and solutions, and project managing complex projects in a rapidly changing environment. Additionally, you will coordinate, prepare and review reports, submissions, briefings and correspondence, including Ministerial and Executive Advice.

To be successful you require, demonstrated experience and knowledge in project management, including development and implementation of Aboriginal initiatives and policy, strong negotiation, communication, coordination and organisational skills, supported by a level of cultural competence that includes a sound understanding of contemporary issues relating to the Aboriginal workforce. Demonstrated research, strategic thinking and analytical skills, and the ability to build and maintain effective relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

In return, you’ll receive a competitive remuneration package, inclusive of 11.5% superannuation, 6 weeks’ recreational and 3 weeks’ personal leave, 17.5% annual leave allowance and additional paid leave to cover the Christmas – New Year’s shut-down. Flexible work agreements, study support and career development opportunities may be available.

If you reside interstate, this is a great time to consider moving to the Northern Territory and experiencing the uniqueness of living and working in Darwin. To enjoy an enviable lifestyle and work-life balance, explore stunning landscapes, and spectacular sunsets, lightening displays and the warm tropical climate. Experience the rich multicultural society and community spirit, that makes Darwin an easy place to live, work and make new friends. Relocation assistance may be available if successful.

Explore of working in the Territory

https://jointheterritory.nt.gov.au/

Learn more about the Department or Children and Families

https://families.nt.gov.au/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/children-and-families-nt/?viewAsMember=true

https://families.nt.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0011/986879/TFHC0001-I08-strategic-plan.pdf

Moving to the Territory:

https://theterritory.com.au/live/why-move-to-the-territory

For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Deborah Butler on 08 8944 8659 or [email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 45902
Closing date: 25/05/2025

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