Agency Department of Corrections Work unit Strategy, Performance and Risk

Job title Assistant Director Enterprise Risk Designation Senior Administrative Officer 1

Job type Full Time Duration Ongoing

Salary $136,380 - $152,357 Location Darwin

Position number 45278 RTF 359811 Closing 08/11/2026

Contact Officer Shevaun Duncan, Director Strategic Policy, Performance and Risk - email [email protected] or 08 89190502

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

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=359811

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

Lead the development and implementation of the Department’s enterprise risk management, internal control and business assurance frameworks. Embed risk-informed decision making and effective assurance practices to strengthen governance, organisational accountability, operational effectiveness and resilience.

Context statement The Strategy, Performance and Risk Division is responsible for driving the Department of Correction’s strategic direction and organisational performance through integrated governance frameworks, strategic policy and business planning and continuous improvement initiatives.





Key duties and responsibilities

1. Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of enterprise risk management frameworks, policies,

standards and practical tools aligned with legislative and government requirements.
1. Oversee organisational risk assessments, registers, controls and treatment plans, identifying emerging risks and providing evidence-

based advice on risk exposure and mitigation strategies.
1. Develop and coordinate the annual non-financial audit and business assurance program, including external providers, audit

recommendations, management action and verification of improvements.
1. Analyse risk, control and assurance information and deliver high-quality reports and advice to senior executives and governance

committees, collaborating on integrated organisational reporting.
1. Partner with business areas to embed risk informed practices into planning, operational decisions and business improvement

through facilitation, coaching and capability development.
1. Lead a specialist team, manage resource, stakeholder relationships and promote accountable and improvement focused risk culture.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing and maintaining enterprise risk management, governance or business





assurance frameworks in a complex environment.
1. Comprehensive knowledge of contemporary risk management principles, methodologies and internal control systems, including their

practical application to organisational decision making.
1. Sound knowledge and experience in internal audit, business assurance and compliance, evaluation controls and monitoring

implementation of recommendations.
1. Highly developed analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex risks and provide practical,

evidence-based advice to senior management.
1. Strong communication, stakeholder and facilitation skills, with demonstrated ability to influence change, build organisational

capability and embed risk informed business practices.
1. Demonstrated experience applying business process improvement, evaluation and continuous improvement methodologies to

strengthen organisational effectiveness.
1. Demonstrated ability to lead and develop professional teams, manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes.

Desirable

1. Relevant qualifications in risk management, governance, business, public administration or a related discipline.

Further information The successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal history check (fingerprint and name check) and an internal Departmental Integrity Check prior to confirmation of employment. A positive criminal history will not necessarily exclude an applicant from this position. The Department of Corrections is a smoke-free setting and staff are not permitted to smoke anywhere on Departmental premises, facilities or in vehicles, nor whilst working off-site.

📌 Assistant Director Enterprise Risk (Darwin)
🏢 NT Government - Department of Corrections
📍 Darwin