In-Demand Principal Jobs in Northern Territory

Principal Policy Officer
Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet —Darwin NT
- $136,380 - $152,357 a year
- Temporary
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
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Environmental Impact Assessment Lead - Relocate to Townsville
AECOM —Darwin NT
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Business development
- Bachelor's degree
- Budgeting
- Relocation assistance
Assistant Principal
Department of Education and Training —Ramingining NT
- $160,531 a year
- Temporary
- Management
- Teaching
5d
Senior Secondary Pathways
Department of Education and Training —Borroloola NT
- Full-time
- Senior Secondary Certificate of Education
- Experience working with children
- Education
5d
Principal Environmental Scientist - Environmental Impact Assessment
AECOM —Darwin NT
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Business development
- Bachelor's degree
Senior Operations Officer
Department of Education and Training —Darwin NT
- $120,877 - $130,039 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
3d
Administration Manager
Department of Education and Training —Palmerston NT
- Temporary
- Administrative experience
- Organisational skills
- Budgeting
10d
Secondary Provision
Department of Education and Training —Darwin NT
- $160,531 a year
- Full-time
- Education
- Leadership
- Teaching
5d
Principal Engineer - Civil and Aviation
Jacobs —Darwin NT
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Business development
- Bachelor's degree
- Parental leave
Principal Yuendumu School
Department of Education and Training —Alice Springs NT
- $174,548 - $179,784 a year
- Full-time
- Human resources
- Leadership
- Teaching
12d
Social Worker – Psych Plus Services
Northern Territory PHN —Darwin NT
- $105,000 - $116,000 a year
- Call employer
- Communication skills
Maintenance Officer
Department of Education and Training —Alice Springs NT
- Full-time
- Management
- Maintenance
10h
Administrative Coordinator
NT Police Force —Darwin NT
- $70,839 - $76,115 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Administrative experience
- Communication skills
1d
Senior Engineer, Civil
Colliers —Darwin NT
- Full-time
- Budgeting
- Leadership
Quick Apply
Principal Environmental Scientist – Contaminated Land
AECOM —Darwin NT
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Budgeting
- Communication skills
- Relocation assistance
11d
Classroom Teacher
Department of Education and Training —Alice Springs NT
- Temporary
- Management
- Experience working with children
- Education
3d
Hydrogeology Opportunities
Wallbridge Gilbert Aztec —Darwin NT
- Full-time
- Remote
- Business development
- Construction experience
- Communication skills
- Work from home
- Parental leave
11d
Principal Civil Engineer
Stantec —Darwin NT
- Part-time
- Civil engineering
- Business development
- Bachelor's degree
- Work from home
- Employee assistance program
Chief Industry Officer, Food Services
Department of Corrections —Darwin NT
- Full-time
- Management
- Conflict management
- Leadership
5d
Principal, Gillen Primary School
Department of Education and Training —Alice Springs NT
- $174,548 - $197,784 a year
- Full-time
- Human resources
- Leadership
- Teaching
12d

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Principal Policy Officer

Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet
Darwin NT

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Job Details

Temporary | Full-time
$136,380 - $152,357 a year
9 days ago

Qualifications

Analysis skills
Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

Job description
Agency Department of the Chief Minister and Work unit Strategic Policy and Coordination

Cabinet
Job title Principal Policy Officer Designation Senior Administrative Officer 1
Job type Full time Duration Fixed to 08/04/2027
Salary $136,380 - $152,357 Location Darwin
Position number 38971 RTF 355244 Closing 09/09/2026
Contact Officer Gillian Sharkey, General Manager - Strategic and Corporate Services on 8999 6687 or

[email protected]
About the agency https://cmc.nt.gov.au
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=355244

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 policy advice and support; contribute to complex research and analysis in relation to development, coordination,
implementation and evaluation of strategic policy initiatives. Will manage, supervise and/or contribute to a policy team
developing their policy knowledge, skills, and expertise.
Context statement
The Strategic Policy and Coordination Division supports Ministers and Cabinet to define and deliver high priority strategic
policy and reform initiatives, through leadership and coordination at the Territory level. There is a particular focus on
activities supporting the Government’s priorities to reduce crime, restore the Territory lifestyle and improve outcomes for
communities.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Identify and lead research of strategic and social policy issues, including emerging issues, risks and opportunities.
2. Lead analysis and positioning of policy options to identify and develop solutions and advice for decision-makers.
3. Conduct policy consultation and negotiation on complex stakeholder issues, and translate evidence, stakeholder views

and government priorities into practical options.
4. Act as a conduit between policy areas and management to identify policy-related links, dependencies and opportunities

for coordinated action.
5. Build and support cooperation and collaboration across teams and agencies to progress shared policy outcomes.
6. Monitor implementation of existing policies and conduct reviews and/or evaluations to inform future policy development

and continuous improvement.
7. Lead the provision of specialised advice on highly complex and sensitive strategic policy matters.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated experience delivering strategic policy work in a government or comparable environment, including

researching issues, assessing evidence and preparing practical policy advice for decision-makers.
2. Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills, including the ability to analyse complex information, identify key issues and

options, and develop clear, evidence-based recommendations within short timeframes.
3. Experience preparing high-quality written material, including briefs, correspondence, reports, Cabinet or ministerial advice, that

explains complex issues clearly and concisely.
4. Experience coordinating policy projects or work programs, including planning work, managing competing priorities and

delivering outputs to agreed standards and deadlines.
5. Ability to work collaboratively across government, with stakeholders and with subject matter experts to test issues, build shared

understanding and progress practical policy outcomes.
6. Sound judgement, initiative and resilience in dealing with sensitive, ambiguous or fast-moving issues, including knowing when

to escalate risks and seek direction.
Desirable
1. A relevant undergraduate degree.
2. Technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the agency’s business and strategic direction, specific policy areas or

specific policy skills.
Further information
The recommended applicant will be required to undergo a criminal history check (a criminal history will not exclude an applicant
from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history).

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