Job description
Agency Department of Corporate and Digital Work unit Employment Services – Assurance and Process
Development Improvement
Job title Senior Assurance Officer Designation Administrative Officer 5
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $88,297 - $92,687 Location Darwin
Position number 21196 RTF 331513 Closing 07/10/2025
Contact officer Wendy Kelly on 08 8999 3637 or wendy.kelly@nt.gov.au
About the agency https://dcdd.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=233626
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
Provide a continued program of due diligence including the development, implementation and maintenance of key quality assurance,
internal audit, and risk management program for Employment Services.
Context statement
The Assurance and Process Improvement Branch (API) is a unit separate from the business as usual (BAU) functions of Employment
Services. The API provides an independent assurance function focusing on quality assurance, projects and processes and the provision of
training and support.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Deliver a range of services related to payroll systems, governance, quality assurance and risk management including assisting in the
implementation of relevant process reviews and supporting payroll system owners complete updates as required.
2. Contribute to internal payroll audit processes; provide advice and recommendations regarding the outcomes of such audits and assist
with establishing and maintaining relevant business system relating to the NT Public Sector, legislative and Enterprise Agreement
requirements.
3. Participate in relevant assurance and process improvement projects as required.
4. Support a culture of achievement and continuous improvement with a focus on improving the effectiveness and efficiency of services
through high-level professionalism, innovation, and client focus.
5. Ensure the maintenance of effective business reporting and governance systems in all areas of responsibility and follow defined service
quality standards including Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) policies and procedures.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in supporting the delivery of governance, risk management and audit related services or
projects within an operational environment.
2. Demonstrated knowledge, or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge in implementing governance and quality assurance
methodologies, processes, and tools.
3. High level oral and written communication skills for effective and professional communication; and demonstrated competence in
preparing and maintaining documentation with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
4. Well-developed organisational skills with proven experience working under pressure, prioritising, and meeting deadlines.
5. Solid experience in using software packages including MS Office Suite, with ability to quickly acquire skills other software systems;
such as payroll and reporting systems.
6. Demonstrated work ethic and attitude which emulates DCDD values of commitment to service, innovation, ethical practice,
accountability, impartiality, diversity, and respect.
Desirable
1. Formal Qualification (or working towards) in Accounting, Business Administration, or other qualification or equivalent.
2. Working knowledge, or ability to quickly acquire, of systems related to corporate activities such as payroll.
Further information
The successful applicant may be required to undergo a criminal history check. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this
position unless it is a relevant criminal history.
📌 Senior Assurance Officer
🏢 Department Of Corporate And Digital Development
📍 Darwin