Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit Quality Assurance Services

Job title Risk and Assurance Officer Designation Administrative Officer 6

Job type Full Time Duration Ongoing

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

Position number 50844 RTF 357078 Closing 04/10/2026

Contact Officer Cherie Goodwin, Acting Assistant Director Risk and Audit on 08 8999 5685 or

[email protected]

About the agency http://www.education.nt.gov.au

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=357078

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

Provide professional advice and operational support for risk management, internal audit, governance and assurance activities across the department. Contribute to effective corporate governance, compliance, accountability and continuous improvement through the delivery of risk management initiatives, internal audit activities and assurance services.

Context statement

Quality Assurance Services is responsible for supporting the department's governance framework through internal audit, risk management,

compliance monitoring, fraud control,



quality assurance and Audit and Risk Committee support. The role works across diverse business units and school environments, engaging with a broad range of stakeholders to strengthen governance practices and improve organisational performance.

Key duties and responsibilities

- Contribute to the delivery of the department's strategic internal audit program, including conducting audits and reviews, stakeholder engagement, and monitoring implementation of audit recommendations.
- Prepare high-quality reports relating to audit, risk management, governance and assurance activities for senior executives and committees.
- Support compliance monitoring and assurance activities, including reviews of legislative, policy and internal control compliance, and support the identification and treatment of departmental risks.
- Contribute to the development, implementation and continuous improvement of governance frameworks, policies, procedures, risk management practices and assurance processes.
- Provide advice to staff on risk management, internal audit processes, governance obligations and associated frameworks.
- Develop and maintain productive relationships with internal stakeholders, external auditors,



consultants and oversight agencies to support the delivery of assurance outcomes.
- Provide secretariat and administrative support to the Audit and Risk Committee.

Selection criteria

Essential

- Demonstrated experience in internal audit, risk management, governance, compliance or assurance activities, including the application of contemporary audit and risk management methodologies.
- Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex information, identify risks and develop practical, evidence-based recommendations.
- Proven ability to prepare explicit, concise and accurate reports and other written documentation for a variety of audiences.
- Sound knowledge of governance frameworks, internal controls, compliance requirements and relevant legislation, standards and policies related to audit and risk management.
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build collaborative relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, maintain confidentiality and deliver quality outcomes within tight timeframes.

Desirable

- Knowledge of public sector legislation, including financial, procurement and governance frameworks.
- Tertiary qualifications in accounting, auditing, risk management, business, public administration or a related discipline.

Further information A criminal history check is required prior to commencement. A valid Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card) is required. Occasional travel may be required.

📌 Risk and Assurance Officer (Darwin)
🏢 Department of Education and Training
📍 Darwin