Administrative Officer 7 - Remuneration Package Range
$134,227 - $144,271 (including salary $113,938 - $122,574)
Legislation Services
Darwin
One full time ongoing vacancy is available

As a Senior Policy Advisor, you will be responsible for providing high-quality, evidence-based advice to support the development, review, and implementation of strategic policy initiatives and legislative reform. You’ll work across divisions to ensure that education legislation reflects contemporary policy objectives and aligns with the NT Government’s strategic direction.

About you

You’re passionate about shaping education policy and legislative reform in the Northern Territory. To be successful you’ll have:

Demonstrated strategic, conceptual and analytical skills and ability to understand and provide advice in complex legislative and policy environments.

Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to clearly articulate legal and policy advice to diverse audiences.

Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders

Experience developing and implementing strategic frameworks, governance and work plans to support legislative and policy objectives.

Proven knowledge and experience in corporate governance, legislative processes, and project management.

The Benefits

Attractive remuneration package

6 weeks annual leave + 3 days Christmas closedown leave

3 weeks personal leave

12% superannuation

17.5% annual leave loading

Professional development and career growth

Professional and supportive work environment

Access to flexible working arrangements

Stable employment with the NT Government

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For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Michelle Wright, A/Director on 08 8999 5751 or [email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 46626
Closing date: 11/11/2025

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