Job description
Agency Department of Corrections Work unit Industries, Skills and Employment
Job title Contract and Agreement Administration Officer Designation Administrative Officer 4
Job type Full time Duration Fixed to 26/07/2027
Salary $77,344 - $88,179 Location Darwin
Position number 49166 RTF 354305 Closing 26/08/2026
Contact officer Director Prisoner Education - Amanda Hart on 08 8935 7577 or [email protected]
About the agency https://corrections.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=354305
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 high quality administrative, procurement and contract support to ensure consistent coordination, monitoring and reporting
of agreements, MOUs and contracts across the Industries Skills and Employment Directorate. Ensure documentation, governance
and compliance obligations are met, supporting accountable officers and program leads to deliver on their initiatives.
Context statement
The position is based at the Darwin Head office. The Contract and Agreement Administration Officer play a critical role in providing
central oversight and coordination of the multiple contracts, MOUs and partnership agreements in place to deliver training,
development, education and employment programs. The role also coordinates and oversees the administration support for the
directorate to ensure consistency, compliance and accountability.
Key responsibilities
1. Maintain a central register and document repository for all ISE contracts, MOUs and partnership agreements.
2. Monitor key milestones, deliverable and renewal dates and prepare reports to support compliance and accountability.
3. Support accountable officers with procurement, contract establishment, variations and closure documentation.
4. Assist in preparing briefings, correspondence and performance reports related to agreements and service delivery outcomes.
5. Liaise with legal, finance, procurement and partner agencies to ensure consistent interpretation and management of contract
conditions.
6. Maintain accurate electronic and hard copy records in approved systems.
7. Provide administrative support for meetings, committees and program documentation.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Sound knowledge of administrative and business support practices within a large or complex organisation.
2. Working knowledge of NT Government (or similar) procurement and contract management processes, policies and frameworks.
3. Understanding of governance, accountability and record keeping requirements for the role aligned with Corrections
requirements.
4. Knowledge of document and information management systems such as TRM and proficiency in a range of office administration
systems and applications.
5. Awareness of the programs and work undertaken by the team.
6. Understanding of confidentiality, privacy and ethical obligations in handling sensitive or restricted information.
7. A demonstrated working knowledge of procurement and legislation within a government framework
Desirable
1. Knowledge and understanding of governmental and departmental processes with a sound knowledge of Department of
Corrections.
2. Formal qualifications in Information Technology, Training and Assessment or an associated field.
Further information
The Department of Corrections has a Smoke Free Policy. Staff are not permitted to smoke anywhere on Departmental premises,
facilities or in vehicles, nor whilst working off-site. The preferred applicant/s will be required to complete a pre-employment
questionnaire, and the successful applicant/s will be required to undergo a criminal history check (confirmed by fingerprints and
name check) prior to commencement of employment. An adverse criminal history will not necessarily exclude an applicant from
this position. All Department employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
