Job description
Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit Skills Initiatives
Job title Program Consultant Designation Administrative Officer 6
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing commencing 28/03/2026
Salary $96,620 - $107,721 Location Darwin
Position number 19065 RTF Closing 01/02/2026
Contact officer Angelika Hale, Assistant Director, Skills Initiatives on or
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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
The Skills Initiatives unit is responsible for designing, managing and implementing programs and initiatives to grow a capable
and skilled workforce and support economic growth through the regions. The Program Consultant will support the Skills
Initiatives team in the development, management, delivery and evaluation of Vocational Education and Training (VET) grant
programs and initiatives that meet skills needs and improve employment outcomes of Northern Territory industry, business
and individuals.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Research and develop tailored skilling programs in response to industry and community needs to improve employment
outcomes.
2. Manage skilling programs and contracts that allocate funds to support the achievement of Northern Territory skilling
priorities and objectives.
3. Provide accurate information and advice to stakeholders, including Registered Training Organisations and industry
organisations to ensure successful initiative outcomes.
4. Monitor and audit the performance of providers against program objectives and outcomes to ensure compliance and
delivery.
5. Develop and maintain effective collaborative stakeholder relationships and networks with relevant peers, industry and
government agencies.
6. Evaluate VET data to measure program achievements against defined outcomes and provide aggregated and individual
reporting to government and industry on a regular and ad hoc basis as required.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to adapt style to successfully convey
messaging to diverse range of stakeholders to ensure mutual understanding.
2. Well-developed ability to manage multiple projects and priorities for a range of stakeholder with the proven ability to
be self-motivated and proactive, to work independently and effectively as a member of a team to achieve outcomes
whilst managing multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
1. Knowledge and experience in an environment in which VET operates.
2. Demonstrated experience in grant/program monitoring, reporting and assessment expertise, including the ability to
execute, manage and acquit funding agreements whilst operating within and contributing to a compliant and accessible
grants or contract management system (e.g. GrantsNT).
1. High-level organisational and negotiation skills with an ability to raise risks and challenges, and to seek alternatives to
find solutions.
Desirable
1. An understanding of NT Government record-keeping legislation, policies, and procedures.
2. Experience using Northern Territory Government systems and databases, e.g. TRM, GrantsNT, NTGPay
Further information
The recommended applicant may 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 a relevant criminal history.
Applicants are required to have a working with children's card, or the ability to obtain.