Agency Department of Corporate and Digital Development Work unit Digital Project Services - Support
Job title Program Business Coordinator Designation Administrative Officer 6
Job type Full Time Duration Ongoing
Salary $102,505 - $114,282 Location All NT Regions
Position number 41993 RTF 357023 Closing 04/10/2026
Contact officer Rachel McCormack on 08 8985 8064 or
[email protected]
About the agency https://dcdd.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=357023
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 high level office administration support, proactive coordination and advice to Programs and Projects managed by the Digital Project
Services (DPS) division in relation to divisional business management process and practices, including project capacity planning and facilitating resource engagements.
Context statement
Digital Project Services delivers complex, high value, and high-risk ICT programs and multi-year digital transformation initiatives for core frontline services through an inter-agency collaborative approach. Working closely with the client Agencies, the team comprises of public sector employees and contractors working together to deliver multiple streams of activity as programs are implemented. The work environment is dynamic,
quick- paced and results driven with high expectations of superior service delivery.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Work closely and collaboratively with project managers and directors to understand project budgets and delivery timelines.
2. In conjunction with project managers and directors, coordinate project resource planning and sourcing activities for various digital projects
and programs, including ascertaining specialist skillsets, forecasting capacity and capability requirements, preparing internal approvals and facilitating acquisition and onboarding activities.
1. Collaborate in the development and implementation of best practice business support strategies and procedures, specifically pertaining to a
large and complex project work environment, prepare Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and user guidance materials in support of administrative tasks.
1. Undertake a range of general office administration activities including, but not limited to, tier 1 and 2 procurements, office relocations and
facilities management, maintaining resourcing registers and preparation of a range of reports.
1. Develop and maintain effective partnerships across the division, with inter and intra departmental stakeholders and external industry vendor
stakeholders, to support and enable continual workforce improvement.
1. Actively participate as a full member of the DPS team, contributing creative ideas and solutions to all aspects of the business.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Proven high standard of interpersonal,
oral and written communication skills with experience in preparing high level documentation, and ability
to positively influence others through the provision of sound advice.
1. Significant experience in managing operational resource acquisition activities in a large, complex work environment, with a sound
understanding of project management principles.
1. Demonstrated organisational skills of a high order, be self-motivated and exercise initiative with ability to remain agile in a fast-paced
project work environment and complete tasks within required timeframes while maintaining attention to detail.
1. Proven skills in the effective use of software packages including MS Office, with ability to quickly acquire skills in Sharepoint and other
software systems.
1. Demonstrate reliability and high standards of professionalism and integrity to deal with sensitive matters with diplomacy, tact and
complete confidentiality.
1. Demonstrated work ethic and attitude which emulates DCDD values of commitment to service, innovation, ethical practice, accountability,
impartiality, diversity and respect.
Desirable
1. Qualifications in a relevant discipline such as human resource or business management, or equivalent experience.
2. Experience or sound understanding of the operating environment for business transformation IT projects in the public sector.
Further information The recommended applicant will be required to undergo a criminal history check prior to selection being confirmed. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history. When choosing to apply for this position, the applicant should consider the full requirements of the position in aligning their work experience and capabilities to this role. Please refer to CF6 of the capability- framework.
📌 Program Business Coordinator (Northern Territory)
🏢 NT Government - Department of Corporate and Digital Development
📍 Northern Territory