Agency Department of Corrections Work unit Organisational Capability

Job title Project Officer Designation Administrative Officer 6

Job type Full Time Duration Ongoing

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

Position number 51494 RTF 358835 Closing 08/11/2026

Contact officer Jana Johnson on08 8935 7647 or [email protected]

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

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=358835

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 The organisational capability team are responsible for leading and managing the development and delivery of system-wide employee wellbeing and engagement initiatives across the Department of Corrections (DoC) to enhance workforce wellbeing, engagement, resilience, recognition and retention of the workforce.

The Project Officer is responsible for providing high- quality project management and coordination to support the planning,

implementation and evaluation of workforce capability and wellbeing programs, services for wellbeing and workforce capability initiatives, to ensure the timely and effective implementation of key departmental priorities.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Provide project,



and administration support by assisting in the development and implementation of strategic projects.
2. Research and consult relevant information sources and workforce data to inform the development of policy positions

and initiatives relating to workforce strategic frameworks, including talent acquisition, wellbeing and rewards and recognition.
1. Coordinate and prepare high-level briefings, reports, submissions, correspondence and provide secretariat support as

required.
1. Assist in the design and development of communication materials to support the consultation and promotion of

workforce engagement initiatives and coordinate forums to support consultation with stakeholders.
1. Build and maintain collaborative relationships across the agency, and with external stakeholders.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Proven ability to research and analyse information from multiple sources and develop appropriate solutions to

contemporary workforce initiatives.
1. Demonstrated experience in project management methodologies, processes, tools and practices.
2. Solid written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, concise reports and briefings.
3. Proven initiative and self-motivation with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes.
4. Demonstrated problem solving and lateral thinking skills to support the development of workforce related frameworks

and implementation plans.
1. High-level skills in maintaining data with thoroughness, attention to detail and accuracy, with experience using a range

of computer software.
1. Experience in building effective networks and collaborative partnerships with a range of internal and external

stakeholders.

Desirable

1. Tertiary qualification in human services, social sciences, public policy, project management or a related field.

📌 Project Officer (Darwin)
🏢 NT Government - Department of Corrections
📍 Darwin