Manager, Workforce Planning

Full job description
Job description
Agency Department of Corporate and Digital Development Work unit Workforce Strategy
Job title Manager, Workforce Planning Designation Administrative Officer 7
Job type Full time Duration Fixed for 12 months
Salary $113,938 – $122,574 Location Darwin
Position number 39857 RTF 339830 Closing 03/03/2026
Contact officer Chelsea Mudge, Manager Workforce Strategy on 08 8999 3229 or [email protected]
About the agency https://dcdd.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=339830
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
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
The Manager Workforce Planning supports the delivery of workforce strategy services and analytics. The role helps agencies
to plan, develop and retain a skilled and diverse workforce aligned to NTPS priorities. The role co-designs practical tools,
strategies and reports that build workforce capability and capacity.

Context statement
The Workforce Development team within DCDD Corporate Services collaborates with NTPS agencies to design and deliver
workforce development solutions, including programs, tools, advisory services and tailored strategies. These offerings help
agencies build, sustain and grow a skilled, agile and future-ready workforce.

Key duties and responsibilities
With support and guidance from an Assistant Director, you will:
1. Partner with client agencies to design and deliver workforce solutions that enhance the employee experience and

increase focus on inclusion and diversity workforce priorities.
2. Facilitate workshops with client agency executives.
3. Translate workforce data and insights to help agencies identify workforce challenges and strategic actions.
4. Support leaders to implement effective practices to strengthen capability, capacity and retention.
5. Support team members to build capabilities and create a collaborative, client-focused culture committed to continuous

improvement.
6. Uphold service quality, governance and work health and safety standards while contributing to a positive workplace

culture consistent with DCDD values.

Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated project planning experience.
2. Ability to think about the connections between people, processes and outcomes to identify risks and solve problems.
3. Strong communication, presentation and stakeholder engagement skills.
4. Ability to build collaborative partnerships and deliver services that meet customer needs.
5. Demonstrated work ethic and attitude which emulates DCDD values of being professional, accountable, honest,

respectful and innovative.

Desirable
1. Experience leading a small team in the human resources area.
2. Tertiary qualification in workforce planning, organisational development, human resources or business management.

Further information
DCDD supports flexible work arrangements, recognising their importance for work-life balance and a high-performing
workforce.
When applying, please align your work experience and capabilities to this role. Refer to the Capability Framework.
The recommended applicant will be required to undergo a criminal history check prior to confirming the selection. A criminal
history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is relevant.