Job description Agency Department of Education of Training Work unit Engagement Programs - Policy and Performance Job title Assistant Director - Engagement Programs Designation Senior Administrative Officer 1 Job type Full time Duration Ongoing Salary $128,551 - $143,611 Location Darwin Position number 42331 RTF 333537 Closing 28/10/2025 Contact officer Dian Zhang, Director on 08 8944 9273 or dian.zhang@education.nt.gov.au About the agency https://education.nt.gov.au/ Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=333537 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 Develop and manage strategic projects to support evidence-based approaches to early intervention and re-engagement of children and youth in education and training through the provision of effective internal and cross agency partnerships, high-level policy and strategic advice, leadership and effective consultation with stakeholders. Context statement Engagement Programs, Policy and Performance is responsible for developing strategic, evidence-based, and data-informed initiatives to re-engage vulnerable, disengaged and at-risk children and young people with place-based approaches that are culturally appropriate, and trauma informed. Key duties and responsibilities 1. Lead and manage departmental and cross agency projects and strategic initiatives relating to youth engagement, including regular reporting, data analysis and the provision of strategic advice to internal and external senior stakeholders. 2. Lead the planning and development and policy advice regarding flexible education programs. 3. Provide high-level strategic policy and program advice to the senior management on evidence-based approaches to support early intervention and re-engagement of children and young people in education and training. 4. Provide support and coordination for key governance, quality assurance, risk, and service management standards and processes for key projects, flexible education programs and enrolment and attendance policy reform initiatives. 5. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. 6. Initiate, prepare and coordinate high-level documentation, including interagency correspondence, ministerial documents, cabinet submissions and communication materials, including presentations. 7. Provide constructive leadership, direction and support to staff and actively participate as a senior member of the team, contributing innovative ideas and solutions to all aspects of business. 8. Ensure the development and maintenance of effective reporting systems in all areas of responsibility and identify opportunities to improve coordination, efficiencies, and effectiveness across all elements of the team. Selection criteria Essential 1. Proven experience leading all aspects of complex multi-pronged projects, preferably across government agencies or large organisations, including education, youth justice or allied health settings. 2. Proven experience developing strategies and policies that address complex issues and the ability to articulate these into verbal and written recommendations. 3. High level written communication skills with proven ability to develop a range of government documents for internal and external stakeholders, including proven experience in the development of executive correspondence. 4. Proven high-level stakeholder engagement and consultation skills with a wide range of organisations, including schools, government agencies and community-based organisations. 5. Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills and proven ability to influence others. 6. Proven ability to provide leadership and work effectively in an evolving environment whilst supporting and mentoring staff. 7. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and consult with people from diverse cultural backgrounds. Desirable 1. Relevant tertiary qualification e.g. in Education, Business, Public Policy etc Further information The successful applicant must hold a current Working with Children Clearance Notice and a current Australian driver’s licence and, if required, must be able to travel to remote areas by car and/or light aircraft with overnight stays.
