Department of Corporate and Digital Development NT – Darwin NT
Job description
Agency Department of Corporate and Digital Work unit Digital Policy - Information Services
Development
Job title Digital Policy Officer Designation Administrative Officer 6
Job type Full time / Part time Duration Fixed for 12 months
Salary $99,519 - $110,953 Location Darwin
Position number 68260096 RTF 343919 Closing 24/03/2026
Contact officer Prue Carter, Manager on 08 8924 40***or ***********@nt.gov.au.
About the agency https://dcdd.nt.gov.au/
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
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Overview
Primary objective
Provide support to the Digital Policy Unit, within Information Services in the Department of Corporate and Digital Development, on digital (ICT) and information management policies including whole-of-government digital policies across governance, technology, security, acceptable use and web development and NT public-sector-wide information and records management standards. The Digital Policy unit develops whole of government digital policy, monitors and articulates strategic policy direction relevant to digital services within government.
Context statement
Information Services provides best practice advice and records management services to NTG client agencies. Structured into several work streams, a wide range of services are delivered, including records management, help desk services, records appraisal, sentencing and disposal, training development and delivery, Digital Policy and Freedom of Information.
Key duties and responsibilities
* Support the development, review, research and creation of evidence-based policy related to digital policy and NT public sector wide information and records management standards.
* Provide administrative and secretariat support to the Digital Policy Unit.
* Analyse and research trends and innovations in digital policy and information management nationally and internationally and provide advice on their possible implementation in the Territory environment.
* Support the development of a range of documentation on policy issues including policies, standards, letters, news items and website content.
* Mange moderately complex policy matters, use initiative and operate relatively independently, with support from senior staff or managers.
* Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
* Promote a culture of achievement and continuous quality improvement through constructive practices, with a focus on improving the effectiveness and efficiency of services while maintaining a high level of professionalism and innovation.
Selection criteria
Essential
* Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the development, implementation, maintenance, review and management of policy documents.
* Well-developed written and oral communication skills with the capacity to present information in a clear and concise manner.
* Well-developed project management skills including strategic planning, implementation, compliance monitoring and reporting practices to ensure delivery of project milestones within defined timeframes, scope and quality standards.
* Experience or demonstrated ability to learn skills to provide administrative and secretariat support to committees, working groups and the business unit.
* Experience in fostering networks and building partnerships with key stakeholders.
* Demonstrated strong work ethic with the ability to work independently, respond flexibly to changing circumstances, meet deadlines, and deliver quality outcomes both individually and as part of a team.
* Demonstrated work ethic and attitude emulating DCDD values of Commitment to service, Innovation, Ethical practice, Accountability, Impartiality, Diversity and Respect.
Desirable
* Relevant qualifications such as policy management.
The recommended applicant will be required to undergo a criminal history check prior to selection being confirmed. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is relevant to the position.
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