Agency Department of Corrections Work unit Reform Health

Job title Senior Project Officer, Health Services Designation Administrative Officer 7

Job type Full Time Duration Ongoing

Salary $120,877 - $130,039 Location Darwin

Position number 50138 RTF 357245 Closing 06/10/2026

Contact Officer Priscilla Moore, Senior Director Health Services on 0439 592 364 or [email protected]

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

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=357245

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

Lead and coordinate the planning, implementation and delivery of health service reform projects across correctional services, including supporting the

Future State Prisoner Health Project. Improve the efficiency, effectiveness, integration and governance of health service delivery for people in custody,

contributing to improved health outcomes for people in custody and supporting reductions in recidivism.

Context Statement The Rehabilitation and Reintegration Division delivers coordinated, culturally responsive services to improve health, wellbeing and reintegration outcomes for people in custody. A key priority is the Future State Prisoner Health Project, a joint Department of Corrections and Department of Health initiative to establish a contemporary, evidence-based model of prisoner health care across the Northern Territory.

The Senior Project

Officer, Health Services supports this reform through project management, analysis, research and stakeholder engagement.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Lead the planning, implementation and delivery of health reform projects across correctional services,



including monitoring progress, managing priorities

and delivering agreed project outcomes.
1. Undertake research, analysis and evaluation to support evidence-based health service reform, program development, service redesign and system

improvement initiatives.
1. Provide high-level quality advice to senior management and executive on project planning, implementation, risks, opportunities and outcomes

associated with health service reform initiatives.
1. Support the delivery of the Future State Prisoner Health Project, including the development of governance arrangements, service models, reform

priorities and implementation strategies.
1. Coordinate stakeholder consultation and engagement activities across the Department of Corrections, Department of Health, non-government

organisations and other key stakeholders to inform service planning and reform.
1. Contribute to the development and review of health service models, care pathways and integrated approaches that strengthen continuity of care and

improve health outcomes for people in custody.
1. Identify, interpret and apply relevant legislation, policy, strategic frameworks and practice models relevant to correctional health service delivery,

including consideration of cultural and operational factors.
1. Prepare high-level reports, ministerial and executive findings, governance papers, correspondence and strategic advice for a range of audiences.
2. Maintain sound project management, governance, risk management and record keeping practices consistent with departmental requirements.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Demonstrated experience leading or coordinating complex projects, reforms or service improvement initiatives within health, justice, disability or human

services settings.
1.



Demonstrated ability to undertake research, analyse evidence and data, and develop practical recommendations that inform policy, program or service

reform.
1. Highly developed written communication skills, including preparation of high-level reports, briefing papers, executive correspondence and governance

documentation.
1. Highly developed interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective relationships, facilitate consultation and influence

outcomes across diverse stakeholder groups.
1. Demonstrated ability to provide strategic and operational advice to senior management on project priorities, risks, issues and reform opportunities.
2. Knowledge of project management, governance and change management principles, with the ability to apply these in complex service environments.
3. Proven organisational skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and work both independently and collaboratively.
4. Robust understanding of service delivery in the Northern Territory, including knowledge of Aboriginal culture, family and community considerations

relevant to health and correctional service delivery.

Desirable

1. Tertiary qualifications in public health, health management, health services research, criminology, law, public policy, human services or a related

discipline.
1. Experience in health service planning, service redesign, model of care development or health system reform. This is informed by the Future State

Prisoner Health Project Focus.
1. Experience working across Government agencies and/or within the Northern Territory health, justice or human services sectors. This is informed by

the role’s requirement to work collaboratively with Corrections, Health and external partners. Further information The recommended applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and undergo a criminal history check prior to commencement of employment. An adverse criminal history will not necessarily exclude an applicant from this position. Applicants should include a certified copy of their qualifications with their application.

📌 Senior Project Officer, Health Services (Darwin)
🏢 NT Government - Department of Corrections
📍 Darwin