Job description
Agency Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet Work unit Governance, Information and Reporting

Job title Governance and Compliance Officer Designation Administrative Officer 6
Job type Full time Duration Fixed up to 12 months
Salary $102,505 - $114,282 Location Darwin
Position number 11260048 RTF 359741 Closing 05/11/2026
Contact Officer Kelly Garrett on 08 8999 6334 or [email protected]
About the agency https://cmc.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=359741

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
Coordinate governance and information management activities across the agency and undertake compliance reviews, reporting, assurance
and governance support activities to promote accountability, transparency and sound public administration.
Context statement
The position supports a range of governance, compliance and information management functions of the agency. This includes coordinating
statutory information access requests, undertaking compliance reviews and assurance activities, maintaining governance records and
registers, preparing reports and correspondence,



and contributing to policy implementation and governance projects. The role works
collaboratively with business units to support compliance with legislative, policy and administrative requirements and promote effective
governance practices.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Undertake compliance reviews and assurance checks to assess compliance with legislation, policies, procedures and administrative

requirements.
2. Support audit, review and assurance activities by gathering information, coordinating responses, maintaining records and supporting

the monitoring and tracking of audit recommendations and compliance review outcomes.
3. Coordinate statutory information access processes, including tracking requests, liaising with business areas, preparing documentation

and supporting compliance with legislative requirements and timeframes.
4. Prepare reports, briefing materials, correspondence and governance documentation to support agency decision-making and

accountability requirements.
5. Maintain governance records, registers and reporting systems, ensuring information is accurate, current and complete.
6. Provide accurately and timely advice and support on governance, compliance, information management and related policy

requirements.
7. Contribute to the development,



implementation and review of governance policies, procedures and guidance materials.
8. Develop and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support governance and compliance

activities.
9. Assist with awareness, communication and training activities relating to governance, compliance and information management.
10. Undertake research, analysis and project work and perform other governance, compliance and administrative duties as required.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated experience undertaking governance, compliance, assurance or administrative functions within a legislative, regulatory

or public sector workplace.
2. Sound analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret legislation, policies and procedures to practical situations.
3. Demonstrated experience conducting reviews, assessments, compliance checks or similar assurance activities, including analysing

information and preparing reports or supporting documentation.
4. Well-developed written communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, briefing materials, correspondence and

governance documentation.
5. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
6. Well-developed interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to work collaboratively and maintain productive

working relationships.
7. Demonstrated professionalism, integrity and discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information.

📌 Governance and Compliance Officer (Darwin)
🏢 Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet
📍 Darwin