Job Description
Location
Palmerston NT
Full job description
Job description
Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit Maningrida College
Job title Assistant Administration Manager Designation Administrative Officer 4
Job type Part time (29hrs and 24mins per week) Duration Ongoing commencing 13/10/2026
Salary $75,091 - $85,611 Location Palmerston
Position number 47357 RTF 327753 Closing 10/08/2026
Contact officer Terri Mullett, Admin Manager on 0439XXXXXX or [email protected]
About the agency https://education.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=327753
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 high-level administrative and business support by managing financial processes, information management systems,
and operational tasks. This role supports the Administrative Manager, Principal, and teaching staff in a dynamic and
demanding school environment, ensuring the efficient and effective management of school resources and data.
Context statement
Maningrida School located in the heart of Arnhem Land about 530 km from Darwin, is a prominent bilingual school catering
to approximately 680 students from year 0 to year 12. This position plays a crucial role in aiding the Admin/Business
Manager in the school’s daily operations.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide high-level administrative support and financial support to the Business Manager, Principal and teaching staff as
necessary.
2. Responsible for managing payroll, receipting, invoicing, accounts payable/receivable, and purchase order processing,
ensuring compliance with policies and procedures while providing guidance to staff.
3. Monitor and maintain the College’s Ochre Card database, ensuring timely updates and accurate reporting to the Business
Manager.
4. Effectively use school administration and operational systems, including Microsoft Office Suite, CI Anywhere, Student
Administration and Management System (SAMS), and XUNO to ensure efficient workflow and data accuracy.
5. Provide high level support to the Business Manager in budget management, financial reporting, and preparing project
reports for the School Council.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated high level administrative and organisational skills, including tracking and managing work deadlines,
adjusting priorities to meet deadlines and working collaboratively with others
2. Demonstrated knowledge of procurement policies and financial administration principals and procedures
3. Demonstrated experience in the management of cash and purchasing including receipting and banking monies and
processing of a large complex payroll as required.
4. Demonstrated ability to undertake a range of financial and administrative duties and to competently use associated
computer applications including finance software (Ci Anywhere), word processing and database applications such as
Student Administration Management System (SAMS) and XUNO.
5. Sound written and oral communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to interact effectively with people
from diverse cultures and work well with a wide range of people with tact and discretion
Desirable
1. Experience working within a school environment within a financial role.
2. Experience using CI Anywhere, Student Administration Management System (SAMS) and XUNO.
Further information
The successful applicant must hold or be in the process of obtaining, a current Working with Children Card from SafeNT.
Palmerston NT
Full job description
Job description
Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit Maningrida College
Job title Assistant Administration Manager Designation Administrative Officer 4
Job type Part time (29hrs and 24mins per week) Duration Ongoing commencing 13/10/2026
Salary $75,091 - $85,611 Location Palmerston
Position number 47357 RTF 327753 Closing 10/08/2026
Contact officer Terri Mullett, Admin Manager on 0439XXXXXX or [email protected]
About the agency https://education.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=327753
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 high-level administrative and business support by managing financial processes, information management systems,
and operational tasks. This role supports the Administrative Manager, Principal, and teaching staff in a dynamic and
demanding school environment, ensuring the efficient and effective management of school resources and data.
Context statement
Maningrida School located in the heart of Arnhem Land about 530 km from Darwin, is a prominent bilingual school catering
to approximately 680 students from year 0 to year 12. This position plays a crucial role in aiding the Admin/Business
Manager in the school’s daily operations.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide high-level administrative support and financial support to the Business Manager, Principal and teaching staff as
necessary.
2. Responsible for managing payroll, receipting, invoicing, accounts payable/receivable, and purchase order processing,
ensuring compliance with policies and procedures while providing guidance to staff.
3. Monitor and maintain the College’s Ochre Card database, ensuring timely updates and accurate reporting to the Business
Manager.
4. Effectively use school administration and operational systems, including Microsoft Office Suite, CI Anywhere, Student
Administration and Management System (SAMS), and XUNO to ensure efficient workflow and data accuracy.
5. Provide high level support to the Business Manager in budget management, financial reporting, and preparing project
reports for the School Council.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated high level administrative and organisational skills, including tracking and managing work deadlines,
adjusting priorities to meet deadlines and working collaboratively with others
2. Demonstrated knowledge of procurement policies and financial administration principals and procedures
3. Demonstrated experience in the management of cash and purchasing including receipting and banking monies and
processing of a large complex payroll as required.
4. Demonstrated ability to undertake a range of financial and administrative duties and to competently use associated
computer applications including finance software (Ci Anywhere), word processing and database applications such as
Student Administration Management System (SAMS) and XUNO.
5. Sound written and oral communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to interact effectively with people
from diverse cultures and work well with a wide range of people with tact and discretion
Desirable
1. Experience working within a school environment within a financial role.
2. Experience using CI Anywhere, Student Administration Management System (SAMS) and XUNO.
Further information
The successful applicant must hold or be in the process of obtaining, a current Working with Children Card from SafeNT.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Assistant Administration Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the Admin Executive sector. This role in Palmerston City offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Admin Executive is a plus.
