Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit Skills and Pathways

Job title Project Officer - Skills and Pathways NT Designation Administrative Officer 6

Job type Full time Duration Fixed for 12 months

Salary $102,505 - $114,282 Location Darwin

Position number 45103 RTF 355823 Closing 30/09/2026

Contact Officer Archie Wright, Project Manager on 08 8995 7462

About the agency https://education.nt.gov.au/

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=355823

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR

TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective

Support the Project Manager, Directors and Executive Director with the development and delivery of vocational education and training (VET) initiatives through project coordination, stakeholder engagement, advice and analysis, contributing to departmental objectives and skills development outcomes across the Northern Territory.

Context statement

Skills and Pathways NT is the Northern Territory’s state training authority and supports skills development through the vocational education and training (VET) system. This role is outward-facing and requires regular engagement with stakeholders to support training initiatives.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Research, analyse and prepare briefs, reports, submissions, correspondence and other documentation to support decision-

making by senior executives and the Minister.




- Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support project delivery and workforce development initiatives.
- Coordinate and support the delivery of projects and initiatives, including planning, monitoring progress, managing project documentation, identifying risks, and reporting on outcomes.
- Consult and engage stakeholders to identify workforce needs, contribute to evidence-based advice and support the development and implementation of training initiatives.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Experience coordinating or managing projects from planning through to implementation and evaluation, including stakeholder

management, monitoring progress, managing risks, reporting and delivery of agreed outcomes.
- Ability to provide practical advice, influence outcomes and build productive relationships through consultation, negotiation and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to research, analyse and prepare reports, submissions, correspondence and briefing material for senior decision-makers,

together with an understanding of government processes or the ability to quickly acquire this knowledge.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, take responsibility for outcomes and adapt to changing business needs in a dynamic setting.
- Experience building and maintaining effective working relationships, undertaking consultation, and engaging with industry,

registered training organisations, government agencies and other stakeholders to support training and project outcomes.

Desirable

1. Relevant tertiary and/or experience in project management, business, public administration, vocational education and training

(VET), industry engagement, community development or government program. Further information The selected applicant must hold a current NT Working with Children Notice (Ochre Card) and ‘C’ class driver’s licence or the ability to obtain prior to commencement.

📌 Project Officer - Skills and Pathways NT (Darwin)
🏢 NT Government - Department of Education and Training
📍 Darwin