Job description
Agency Department of Corrections Work unit Youth Justice Programs
Job title Senior Programs Officer Designation Administrative Officer 6
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $102,505 – $114,282 Location Darwin
Position number 41105 RTF 361081 Closing 23/11/2026
Contact officer Joanne Huyben on 08 8999 2827 or [email protected]
About the agency https://corrections.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=361081
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 and support the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Youth Justice programs, projects and service delivery,
working within approved frameworks to support Northern Territory Government priorities, legislative requirements and reform initiatives.
The role contributes to improved outcomes for young people, particularly Aboriginal young people, through accountable, culturally
responsive and evidence-informed program delivery.
Context statement
Youth Justice Programs is responsible for developing, implementing, reviewing and managing youth justice programs, initiatives, projects
and associated contracts to improve outcomes for young people in,



or at risk of entering, the youth justice system.
Key duties and responsibilities
• Coordinate assigned program, project and initiative activities and provide day-to-day supervision and guidance to staff supporting

delivery against agreed priorities and timeframes.

- Plan, coordinate and implement assigned Youth Justice programs, projects and initiatives across custodial and community settings, and

contribute to monitoring and evaluation within approved frameworks.

- Undertake procurement and contract administration activities for assigned service delivery arrangements, including monitoring

provider performance, reviewing acquittals and financial compliance, maintaining records and referring risks or non-compliance in
accordance with Northern Territory Government procurement and governance requirements.

- Coordinate and deliver assigned programs and initiatives that support rehabilitation, reintegration, community reparation and improved

outcomes for young people.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with government and non-government stakeholders to coordinate activities,

exchange information and support program delivery.
- Monitor assigned program activities against governance, quality, performance and reporting requirements, contribute to evaluation

and report outcomes, issues and recommended improvements.

Selection criteria




Essential
1. Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex program activities and exercise initiative in sensitive and demanding youth justice

environments.
2. Sound judgement, integrity and accountability when undertaking program coordination and contract administration, including

recognising and referring matters outside the position’s authority.
3. Well-developed interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with operational staff,

government and non-government stakeholders and community partners.
4. Well-developed cultural capability, including an understanding of Aboriginal cultures, community structures and the impacts of

disadvantage on young people.
5. Sound knowledge of the youth justice system and the application of relevant Northern Territory legislation, policy and operational

frameworks to program delivery.
6. Sound knowledge of Northern Territory Government procurement, contract administration, financial compliance and governance

requirements relevant to assigned programs and service delivery contracts.
7. Sound knowledge of program and project coordination methods, including planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation within

approved frameworks.
Desirable
1. Tertiary qualification in procurement, contract management, project management, public administration, youth justice, human services,

social sciences, youth work or a related discipline.
Further information
Additional inclusions may include further information that is relevant to the vacancy; for example, criminal history checks, flexibility in
starting dates, requirements for travel, etc.

📌 Senior Programs Officer (Darwin)
🏢 Department Of Corrections
📍 Darwin