Senior Administrative Officer 1 - Remuneration Package Range $150,554 - $167,990
(including salary $128,551 - $143,611)
Workforce Services Projects |
Darwin
One ongoing and one fixed vacancy for up to 4 months is available

Help drive change across NT Government agencies by delivering strategic workforce and service improvement projects and enhancing workforce agility and efficiency.

The Department of Corporate and Digital Development (DCDD) provides essential corporate functions to the Northern Territory Government (NTG), efficiently and effectively enabling agencies to focus on their core business, Workforce Development is one of the key enterprise services provided by DCDD.

Positioned within Workforce Development, the Workforce Projects team leads strategic workforce initiatives and projects supporting three Workforce Services Divisions: Workforce Development, Workforce Operations and Partnerships, and Workforce Management.

As Assistant Director, your primary objective is to deliver strategic workforce and service improvement projects and achieve practical outcomes that enhance workforce agility and efficiency. Your key duties involve leading, developing, implementing an evaluating workforce services programs, frameworks or initiatives that deliver improvements across the NT Public Sector. In collaboration with client agencies, external stakeholders and contractors, you will co-design solutions that are fit-for-purpose and meet strategic workforce priorities and outcomes.

Demonstrated knowledge, skills and experience leading and managing complex projects within the areas of Human Resource Management or Business Management and a proven ability to investigate, manage and report on project progress and outcomes is essential. In addition, highly developed interpersonal, conceptual and analytical skills, a client-centric approach and polished facilitation and presentation skills will contribute to your ability to thrive in this role.

In return, you will receive a competitive remuneration package inclusive of 11.5% superannuation, 6 weeks recreation and 3 weeks personal leave, additional 3-day Christmas closedown leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible work options and a supportive leadership team and peer group as you develop a long-term career with the NTPS.

If you reside interstate, this a great time to consider moving to the Territory and experience the uniqueness of living and working in Darwin. Enjoy an enviable lifestyle and a work life balance that allows you time to explore the stunning landscapes, tropical sunsets and spectacular lightening displays. Darwin’s rich multicultural society and community spirit makes it a great place to live, work and play. Relocation assistance or working from home options can be discussed at interview.

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For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Gerlinda Williamson on 08 8922 7179 or [email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 16308
Closing date: 07/07/2025

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