Agency NT Police Force Work unit Communications and Electronic Systems Support

Job title Manager Partnerships and Innovation Designation Administrative Officer 7

Job type Full time Duration Fixed up to 12 months

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

Position number 16260072 RTF 358300 Closing 26/10/2026

Contact Officer April Edmonds, Assistant Director on 0476 051 170 or [email protected]

About the agency https://pfes.nt.gov.au/police

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=358300

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

QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans 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.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the

OCPE website.

Primary objective

Lead the planning, coordination and governance of communications and electronic technology projects that support frontline policing,

emergency response and public safety.

Context statement





Communications and Electronic Systems Support maintains mission-critical communications infrastructure and operational technologies used by the NT Police Force, NT Fire and Emergency Services and partner agencies. The position will coordinate technology renewal and improvement and partnership initiatives, enabling technical specialists to focus on operational support and maintenance.

Key duties and responsibilities

- Coordinate technology projects and work programs, including priorities, schedules, risks, dependencies and reporting.
- Research and evaluate emerging technologies and develop options, business cases and recommendations.
- Coordinate technology lifecycle and renewal planning for critical communications and electronic systems.
- Develop project plans, executive briefs, procurement documentation and progress reports.
- Support procurement, contract management and vendor engagement activities.
- Establish effective project governance and provide clear visibility of progress, costs, risks and required decisions.
- Build productive relationships with technical specialists, operational areas, government agencies, vendors and service providers.
- Translate complex technical and operational information into transparent advice for senior executives and non-technical stakeholders.

Selection criteria

Essential





- Demonstrated experience coordinating complex projects or work programs in a technology, infrastructure, operational service or similar environment.
- Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to develop practical options and evidence-based recommendations.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare high-quality service and partnership agreements, business cases, project plans, reports and executive advice.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities, risks, dependencies and deadlines.
- Well-developed communication, consultation and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence outcomes across technical, operational and external stakeholder groups.
- Experience supporting procurement, contract management, vendor engagement or the implementation of products and services.
- Sound judgement, initiative and personal accountability, with the ability to work independently and appropriately escalate significant issues.

Desirable

- Qualifications in project management, business, information technology, engineering or another relevant discipline.
- Experience with communications infrastructure, operational technology, emergency services or public safety systems.

Further information The successful applicant must undergo a criminal history check and meet Northern Territory Police Force employment suitability requirements. Occasional regional or remote travel and work outside ordinary hours may be required. A current driver licence is desirable.

📌 Manager Partnerships and Innovation (Darwin)
🏢 NT Police Force
📍 Darwin