Make a difference where it matters most.

Professional 3 - Remuneration Package Range $138,602 - $155,011

(including salary $117,625-$131,735)
Career development and Training
Darwin, Northern Territory
One ongoing full time vacancy is available

- Train the workforce. Strengthen practice. Change lives.

- Your expertise can help create safer futures for Territory children and families.

- Live in the Territory. Lead learning. Make a lasting impact.

- Where professional development meets community impact.

Join the NT Department of Children and Families’ Professional Development and Training team and play a critical role in strengthening the capability of the child protection and family support workforce across the Territory.

As a Senior Professional Development Officer, you'll design and deliver engaging learning experiences that equip practitioners, carers and partner organisations with the knowledge, skills and confidence to create safer outcomes for children, young people and families.

Working across the diverse and unique landscapes of the Northern Territory, you'll collaborate with frontline professionals,



contribute to workforce development initiatives, and help embed best-practice approaches in child protection and domestic, family and sexual violence services.

This is more than a training role, it's an opportunity to influence practice, support meaningful change, and be part of a larger commitment to building stronger families, safer communities and better futures for Territorians.

The role offers the chance to experience the richness of living and working in the Northern Territory, where professional opportunities, cultural diversity, community connection and genuine impact come together.

For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Deb Hodgkin on 08 •••• •361 or [email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 28172
Closing date: 19/11/2026

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search

📌 Senior Professional Development Officer (Darwin)
🏢 Department of Children & Families
📍 Darwin