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Agency Department of Corporate and Digital Work unit Office of the Chief Executive
Development
Job title Executive Officer to the Deputy CEOs Designation Senior Administrative Officer 1
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $132,408 - $147,919 Location Darwin
Position number 48601 RTF 341518 Closing 24/02/2026
Contact officer Jacky Evans, A/Director Office of the Chief Executive on 08 8999 1413 or [email protected]
About the agency https://dcdd.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=341518
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
The Executive Officer is a key member of a small effective team that delivers strategic advice, administrative support and project
management services to ensure the efficient coordination of the Office of the Chief Executive. This role is responsible for managing the
Deputy CEOs’ (the Executives) day-to-day priorities and facilitating the timely flow of accurate information to senior executive staff,
ministerial offices and key stakeholder groups.
Context statement
This position will report directly to the Director Office of the Chief Executive and provide support to both Deputy Chief Executive Officers.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide high quality administrative support to the Executives, including meeting coordination and secretarial services, research and
project assistance, recruitment and onboarding activities, procurement processes, and financial administration.
2. Manage and coordinate the development and implementation of projects on behalf of the Executives, including preparation of
business cases, stakeholder management, and overall project management.
3. Liaise with representatives from the Minister’s office, Executives, and senior management to support the Executives in responding to
business and ministerial requests.
4. Prepare, develop, coordinate and process high quality, timely and reliable executive correspondence on behalf of the Executives,
including cabinet submissions, estimates papers, flash briefs, agency response papers, position papers and other reports as required,
ensuring accuracy and professional standards are maintained.
5. Undertake research and analysis on a range of issues, providing informed solutions and recommendations to support effective
decision making.
6. Facilitate and reinforce a culture of continuous improvement and strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
to achieve high-level outcomes.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated understanding of public administration and corporate governance, with the ability to sustain a positive workplace
culture and continuous improvement.
2. Exceptional organisation and coordination skills, attention to detail, including proficiency in managing competing priorities and ability
to respond flexibly and proactively to changing priorities.
3. Well-developed project management skills, including performance monitoring and reporting, with a proven ability to coordinate
stakeholders with diverse interests to achieve shared objectives.
4. Well-developed analytical and research skills with experience translating information into clear and persuasive written reports and
briefings.
5. High level oral and written communication, interpersonal and networking skills, with the ability to establish and maintain sustainable
relationships with a varied range of stakeholders and people from diverse cultures.
6. Well-developed problem-solving skills including ability to exercise sound judgement, apply lateral thinking to identify and resolve
issues, and discern when to escalate emerging issues and concerns.
7. A high level of personal integrity, including the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Desirable
1. Tertiary qualification in business, corporate governance or a related field.
Further information
The successful applicant may be required to declare conflicts of interest and undergo a criminal history check. A criminal history will not
exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history.
Job description
Agency Department of Corporate and Digital Work unit Office of the Chief Executive
Development
Job title Executive Officer to the Deputy CEOs Designation Senior Administrative Officer 1
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $132,408 - $147,919 Location Darwin
Position number 48601 RTF 341518 Closing 24/02/2026
Contact officer Jacky Evans, A/Director Office of the Chief Executive on 08 8999 1413 or [email protected]
About the agency https://dcdd.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=341518
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
The Executive Officer is a key member of a small effective team that delivers strategic advice, administrative support and project
management services to ensure the efficient coordination of the Office of the Chief Executive. This role is responsible for managing the
Deputy CEOs’ (the Executives) day-to-day priorities and facilitating the timely flow of accurate information to senior executive staff,
ministerial offices and key stakeholder groups.
Context statement
This position will report directly to the Director Office of the Chief Executive and provide support to both Deputy Chief Executive Officers.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide high quality administrative support to the Executives, including meeting coordination and secretarial services, research and
project assistance, recruitment and onboarding activities, procurement processes, and financial administration.
2. Manage and coordinate the development and implementation of projects on behalf of the Executives, including preparation of
business cases, stakeholder management, and overall project management.
3. Liaise with representatives from the Minister’s office, Executives, and senior management to support the Executives in responding to
business and ministerial requests.
4. Prepare, develop, coordinate and process high quality, timely and reliable executive correspondence on behalf of the Executives,
including cabinet submissions, estimates papers, flash briefs, agency response papers, position papers and other reports as required,
ensuring accuracy and professional standards are maintained.
5. Undertake research and analysis on a range of issues, providing informed solutions and recommendations to support effective
decision making.
6. Facilitate and reinforce a culture of continuous improvement and strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
to achieve high-level outcomes.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated understanding of public administration and corporate governance, with the ability to sustain a positive workplace
culture and continuous improvement.
2. Exceptional organisation and coordination skills, attention to detail, including proficiency in managing competing priorities and ability
to respond flexibly and proactively to changing priorities.
3. Well-developed project management skills, including performance monitoring and reporting, with a proven ability to coordinate
stakeholders with diverse interests to achieve shared objectives.
4. Well-developed analytical and research skills with experience translating information into clear and persuasive written reports and
briefings.
5. High level oral and written communication, interpersonal and networking skills, with the ability to establish and maintain sustainable
relationships with a varied range of stakeholders and people from diverse cultures.
6. Well-developed problem-solving skills including ability to exercise sound judgement, apply lateral thinking to identify and resolve
issues, and discern when to escalate emerging issues and concerns.
7. A high level of personal integrity, including the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Desirable
1. Tertiary qualification in business, corporate governance or a related field.
Further information
The successful applicant may be required to declare conflicts of interest and undergo a criminal history check. A criminal history will not
exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Executive Officer to the Deputy CEOs position is now open for candidates interested in the Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services sector. This role in Darwin 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 Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services is a plus.
