Job description
Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit School Review and Operational Policy
Job title Senior Policy Manager Designation Administrative Officer 7
Job type Full Time Duration Fixed to 31/01/2027
Salary $120,877- $130,039 Location Darwin
Position number 19403 RTF 359703 Closing 01/11/2026
Contact officer Trevor Owen on 08 8944 9211 or [email protected]
About the agency https://education.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=359703

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
Provide accurate and timely policy advice and manage and coordinate the development and communication of policy and
advisory resources to a high standard to support the delivery of educational services in the Northern Territory. Policy writing
and advice will be delivered using the principles of writing in plain English and comply with the Australian Government Style
Manual.
Context statement
The Assurance and Improvement branch provides expertise in policy, regulation, compliance, and standards across
education. The School Review and Operational Policy work unit supports the development, implementation, administration,
and coordination of delegations, operational policy, school governance, and partnership activities that contribute to effective
service delivery across the Department of Education and Training.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Draft, review and support others to develop operational policy,



for the benefit of schools and other stakeholders and clients.

This includes structured and consistent planning, considered research and analysis of emerging local and national educational
matters of significance, identification of evidence based approaches, effective consultation with stakeholders, and policy
writing and advice delivered in plain English.

2. Consistent with deadline expectations, prepare and contribute to well researched and informed reports, policy analysis and
other correspondence.

3. Develop and maintain lasting collaborative and cooperative partnerships with stakeholders and clients to ensure efficient and
effective engagement on policy issues.

4. Provide high level advice through research and identify broader factors, trends and influences that may impact on operational
policy and assist with implementing a program of continuous workplace improvement.

Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated policy management experience including experience in evidence informed policy development and evaluation

within a legislative framework, significant experience in the preparation of policy and other documentation, exemplary written
communication skills and competence in writing in plain English, with superior attention to detail and document presentation.

2. Demonstrated high level strategic, conceptual and analytical skills including the ability to recognise trends, anticipate system
needs and identify opportunities for continuous system improvement.

3. High level of interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with people from diverse cultures, to operate as an
effective team member, to cultivate and maintain networks and to work collaboratively.

4. High level of initiative and integrity demonstrated by a solid ability to manage workload, meet competing priorities and
complete policy and policy related projects within strict deadlines.

Desirable
1. Tertiary qualification in a related field.
Further information
The successful applicant will be required to hold a valid Northern Territory working with children clearance notice.

📌 Senior Policy Manager (Darwin)
🏢 Department of Education and Training
📍 Darwin