Job description
Agency Department of the Chief Minister and Work unit Office of the Commissioner for Public
Cabinet Employment
Job title Senior Advisor, Aboriginal Employment Designation Administrative Officer 7
and Career Development
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing commencing 31/08/2026
Salary $117,356 - $126,251 Location Darwin
Position number 37919 RTF 352060 Closing 22/07/2026
Contact officer Terese Kelly on 08 8999 4114 or [email protected]
About the agency https://ocpe.nt.gov.au | https://cmc.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=352060
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
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.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures
plans, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Provide policy and strategic advice in relation to Aboriginal employment and workforce development, and design, develop
and implement whole of sector programs, projects and initiatives to achieve the strategic goals of the Northern Territory
Public Sector (NTPS) Workforce Strategy.
Context statement
The position will actively contribute to outcomes that grow and develop our strong, highly skilled and capable Aboriginal
workforce. This role requires a proactive, knowledgeable, and culturally competent individual committed to making a
significant positive impact to Aboriginal employment in the NTPS.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide policy and strategic advice on Aboriginal workforce planning and development issues.
2. Develop, implement and evaluate sector wide strategic workforce planning and leadership development programs,
projects and initiatives that are tailored to develop the capability of Aboriginal employees.
3. Influence and support managers and leaders to adopt contemporary Aboriginal workforce planning and management
practices that support them to meet workforce targets.
4. Analyse and workforce data to inform proactive and innovative approaches to achieve Aboriginal workforce targets.
5. Manage and facilitate the Aboriginal Employment and Career Development programs and initiatives
6. Represent the agency in various forums such as interdepartmental forums, working parties, and cross government
initiatives in relation to Aboriginal workforce development and reform.
7. Champion modern workforce solutions that promote a respectful and inclusive workplace.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Experience developing effective policy, programs and frameworks, and providing strategic advice on issues related to
Aboriginal employment and workforce development.
2. Experience monitoring and evaluating the success of strategies and frameworks, providing reports and recommendations
for improved outcomes.
3. Experience managing projects, coordinating programs and events with successful outcomes.
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively engaging and building trust with a diverse range
of stakeholders and collaborating across government to align programs that positively influence Aboriginal employment.
5. Demonstrated experience working collaboratively and productively in a small team environment and role modelling high
levels of professionalism and co-operation that supports the successful outcomes of organisational objectives.
Desirable
1. Tertiary qualifications in Public Administration, Aboriginal Studies, Human Resources or related fields.
Further information
1. OCPE values and supports flexible working options where operationally practical.
2. Applicants should consider how their work experience and capabilities align to the requirements of the position and the
NTPS Capability Framework (CF).
