Job description
Agency Department of the Chief Minister and Work unit Territory Regional Coordination, Central
Cabinet Australia
Job title Regional Coordinator Designation Senior Administrative Officer 1
Job type Full time Duration Fixed to 13/11/2026
Salary $128,551 - $143,611 Location Alice Springs
Position number 47541 RTF 346129 Closing 30/04/2026
Contact officer Daniel Shyhun, Regional Director on 08 8951 5175 or
About the agency https://cmc.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=346129
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 to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
As part of a small and agile Central Australia CMC Office, you will provide strategic advice and support to the Regional
Director for Central Australia and Senior Executive Director Southern Region to support the regional implementation of the
NT Government's priorities of Rebuilding the Economy, Reducing Crime and Restoring the Territory Lifestyle. You will
support and drive the development of initiatives, strategies and projects that contribute to regional development, working
closely with your colleagues in other regions, and policy teams across the division and agencies. You will also prepare high-
quality advice to the CEO, Ministers and Cabinet regarding regional issues and priorities, including Aboriginal affairs.
Context statement
The Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet's purpose is to deliver coordinated policy and priority reform, regional
leadership, and high-quality support to Executive Government. The Department has a regional network of teams across the
Territory that provide leadership and policy coordination across and beyond the NT public sector. These regional offices are
part of the broader Policy, Reform and Regions Division, which provides joined-up cross-government leadership across
Strategic Policy and Delivery, Aboriginal Partnerships and Reform and Territory Regional Coordination.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Undertake effective engagement, liaison and negotiation with government agencies, service providers business, industry
and community stakeholders.
2. Provide high level advice to senior Departmental staff on the resolution of complex issues relating to policies, programs,
service delivery and the implementation of local reforms.
3. Prepare and review high-level briefings, reports, correspondence and project plans to support the Senior Executive
Director, Regional Executive Director and Regional Director.
4. Manage the coordination and delivery of whole-of-government priorities, through the development and
implementation of regional action plans, regional economic development plans and relevant committees.
5. Support emergency and disaster management and recovery.
6. Follow defined work health and safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe workplace.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to negotiate, collaborate, build, and sustain
relationships and strategic alliances effectively.
2. Proven capacity to implement projects and provide strategic advice to government and other key stakeholders.
3. Demonstrated understanding of government policy and implementation, including in the areas relating to economic
development, community strengthening and improving liveability within the regions.
4. A sound understanding of the social, economic, political and demographic environment of the Northern Territory and an
ability to engage effectively with people from diverse cultures.
5. Knowledge and experience in project management, including planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting.
6. Demonstrated experience with emergency management and recovery or a willingness to develop the necessary skills.
Desirable
1. Qualifications in project management or regional and economic development or similar.