Address Job description
Agency NT Police, Fire and Emergency Services Work unit Planning and Preparedness Command
Job title Manager, Planning and Preparedness Designation Administrative Officer 7
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing commencing 01/04/2024
Salary $111,704 - $120,171 Location Darwin
Position number 5185 RTF 288636 Closing 18/02/2024
Contact officer Fleur O’Connor on 08 8946 4124 or fleur.oconnor@pfes.nt.gov.au
About the agency www.pfes.nt.gov.au
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=288636
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
To provide high level leadership and management to the Planning and Preparedness Command to ensure the development of emergency
and hazard management plans, delivery of community engagement and awareness activities and Preparedness advice to Local and Regional
Controllers.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Lead and manage the development of evidence-based emergency management plans, at Territory, Regional and Local level, and
hazard management plans for NT Emergency Services (NTES) statutory and non-statutory responsibilities.
2. Negotiate and consult with industry, volunteers, community organisations, agencies and other stakeholders on emergency
preparedness and community engagement activities and their implications for the safety and welfare of NT communities.
3. Manage human, financial and physical resources in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures.
4. Lead, motivate and support staff to achieve outcomes, manage change and build effective teams and working relationships.
5. Prepare comprehensive reports, high-level briefings, submissions, and undertake policy development to support the agency’s
governance, risk management and reporting requirements.
6. Undertake operational duties (e.g., participating in coordination of emergency responses) in responses to manmade and natural
emergency events.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. High level skills in strategic, conceptual and analytical thinking, operating in a sensitive political, social and organisational environment,
and in negotiation and conflict resolution.
2. Demonstrated experience in strategic planning relevant to emergency and/or natural hazard management and development and
delivery of awareness campaigns to inform communities.
3. Well-developed knowledge of contemporary issues and initiatives relevant to emergency management with proven ability to develop
policies and procedures to align with the strategic direction of the agency.
4. Highly developed liaison, communications (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to identify, establish and
maintain positive and productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
5. Proven initiative and self-motivation with the ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, proven ability to perform under
pressure, meet deadlines and work effectively with minimal supervision.
Desirable
1. Diploma Qualifications in emergency management or related discipline or relevant industry experience.
2. Significant knowledge and understanding of the legislation and policy frameworks applicable to NT emergency management.
3. Level 2 Qualifications in the Australasian Inter-service Incident Management System.
Further information
The successful applicant must have no significant criminal history record confirmed by a criminal history and intelligence data check. When
choosing to apply for this position, the applicant should consider the full requirements of the position including public speaking and remote
travel.
