Address Job description
Agency NT Police, Fire and Emergency Work unit Strategic Policy
Services
Job title Policy and Project Officer Designation Administrative Officer 5
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $86,297 - $90,687 Location Darwin
Position number 50456 RTF 288532 Closing 15/02/2024
Contact officer McKenzie Scarff, A/Assistant Director on 08 8985 8798 or mckenzie.scarff@pfes.nt.gov.au
About the agency https://pfes.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=288532
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
Work under limited direction to support the development and implementation of the strategic policy agenda and
management of information relevant to key portfolios in the Northern Territory Police, Fire and Emergency Services
(NTPFES). The core function of the position is to assist in the coordination of papers for national forums and briefings, and
development of the agency policy position including analysis and interpretation of research, Policy and legislation.
Context statement
The Strategic Policy Unit provides policy advice, leads policy related projects, and is responsible for the national and strategic
policy agenda of the agency. As the Policy and Project Officer, you will provide high quality program support and governance
to the unit, and that of the NTPFES, whilst working in a sensitive environment that is subject to competing deadlines and
priorities.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Assist in the analysis, development and implementation of strategic policy, projects and organisational change.
2. Undertake research and prepare information on a range of topics including written submissions and contribute to
briefings for senior executive and government on contentious or emerging issues.
3. Maintain and apply sound contemporary understanding of the machinery of government and relevant social and
organisational environments affecting law enforcement and community safety.
4. Provide coordination and advice for senior executive forums, including for internal, interstate and national forums.
5. Develop and maintain effective partnerships with key stakeholders.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated ability to analyse, interpret and present complex information for submissions and executive consideration.
2. Proven ability to conduct targeted, timely and high quality research to support policy analysis and development, and
projects.
3. Effective oral and written communication skills to provide advice and prepare briefs, reports, and correspondence.
4. Strong collaborative skills with a demonstrated ability to establish and sustain productive working relationships with
colleagues and a range of internal and external stakeholders.
5. Proven ability to prioritise, schedule and perform work under pressure to meet critical deadlines and commitments
while maintaining quality standards.
Desirable
1. Undergraduate degree in policy, social sciences or other relevant discipline.
2. An understanding of internal and external issues likely to impact upon the NTPFES.
Further information
The successful applicant must consent to a check by NT Police of criminal records and intelligence data to confirm they have
no significant criminal history record.
