Senior Administrative Officer 1 - Remuneration Package Range $160,413 - $178,993

(including salary $136,380 - $152,357)

Territory Regions, Big Rivers Region

Katherine

One full time ongoing vacancy is available

Help turn regional priorities into practical outcomes for the Big Rivers Region.

Join the Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet’s Big Rivers team in Katherine and contribute to the delivery of the Northern Territory Government’s priorities: Rebuilding the Economy, Reducing Crime and Restoring the Territory Lifestyle.

Working in a small regional team, you will bring government agencies, community organisations and other stakeholders together to progress regional initiatives and projects. Your work will span economic development, community safety, liveability, Aboriginal Affairs, and emergency and disaster recovery.

You will manage priority projects, build productive partnerships and prepare high-quality briefings, reports and advice to support regional leadership and government decision-making. You will also coordinate staff activities to support the effective operation of the regional office.

This role offers varied and challenging work for someone who enjoys solving problems, building relationships and following projects through to delivery. You will work across cultures and diverse perspectives, with opportunities to travel to remote communities throughout the region.

Based in Katherine, you will work in a region with diverse communities, distinctive landscapes and key agriculture, horticulture, resources,



tourism and Defence sectors. It is an opportunity to broaden your experience and build your career while contributing to the region’s future.

In return, you will receive a competitive remuneration package inclusive of 12% superannuation, 6 weeks recreation and 3 weeks personal leave, additional 3-day Christmas closedown leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible work options and a supportive leadership team and peer group as you develop a long-term career with the Northern Territory Public Sector. Relocation assistance to Katherine may be available to the successful applicant.

Applications must include a one-page summary about you responding to the selection criteria, a detailed resume and copies of your tertiary qualifications. Refer to the for the essential criteria and full requirements.

For further information about this vacancy please contact:

Ms Rae Finlay, A/Regional Executive Director - Big Rivers, on 08 8973 8533 or [email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 30525

Closing date: 21/10/2026

Find out more information at:

- https://jointheterritory.nt.gov.au/move/regional-living-guides/katherine-and-surrounds
- https://cmc.nt.gov.au/
- https://nt.gov.au/about-government/government-priorities

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications. For a copy of the or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search

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