Job description
Agency Attorney-General's Department Work unit Public Guardian and Trustee
Job title Team Manager Policy Designation Senior Administrative Officer 1
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing commencing 22/12/2025
Salary $128,551 - $143,611 Location Darwin
Position number 50991 RTF Closing 24/09/2025
Contact officer Leah Magee, Director Strategic and Operational Services on or
About the agency
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Applications must be limited to a one-page summary sheet and detailed resume
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
Lead a small team tasked with the initiation, development, implementation and evaluation of policy, communication, reporting, training
and project management solutions relating to the Guardianship of Adults Act 2016 and other relevant legislation. Provide expert policy
advice to advocate for systemic improvements at Territory and National levels. Provide guidance to ensure the Public Guardian and
Trustee (PGT) operates within legal and human rights frameworks and delivers coordinated and integrated quality services to the people
of the Northern Territory.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Lead and manage a small team of policy officers, including responsibility for staff orientation, retention, professional development,
performance management, workforce planning and delivery of allocated projects.
2. Provide evidence-based analysis and strategic policy advice to the Executive Leadership Team on complex legislative and policy
matters affecting people with impaired decision-making capacity and the functions of the PGT.
3. Prepare high-level reports and documents including Ministerial correspondence, drafting instructions, policy papers and submissions
and other high-level documents. Develop educational materials, training programs and operational guidance for staff and
stakeholders.
1. Develop and maintain effective collaborative relationships with key internal and external stakeholders government agencies, non-
government organisations, and national bodies to advocate for best-practice reforms and service improvements.
2. Manage and support cross-functional projects relating to policy development, program review, service improvement, stakeholder
engagement, and operational reforms, ensuring alignment with legislative obligations, organisational priorities, and contemporary
practice standards.
1. Follow defined service quality standards, Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) policies, and procedures to ensure a safe and high-
quality working environment.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated ability to provide effective management and leadership, effectively monitor performance outcomes and oversee the
successful delivery of projects from initiation to completion.
2. Highly developed knowledge of policy development approaches within a statutory framework, with the ability to evaluate and
contribute to policy and law reform initiatives, including applying lateral thinking skills to research and resolve issues.
3. High-level verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated experience in the preparation of complex correspondence,
including Ministerial briefs, educational material and publications for a range of stakeholders.
1. Highly developed cross-cultural communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and sustain productive relationships
with a network of people internally and externally, including members of the public.
5. High order of initiative with proven ability to operate effectively with autonomy and accountability in a politically sensitive
environment, demonstrating a strong work ethic, high levels of professionalism, motivation and integrity whilst effectively managing
competing priorities in tight timeframes.
1. Demonstrated experience and expertise in strategic planning, project management, system/ program evaluation and/or quality
improvement methodologies with an emphasis on meeting required timeframes.
1. Well-developed knowledge of legislative processes including development, drafting and approval protocols.
2. Well-developed knowledge of contemporary policy, political and legislative issues, trends and developments across legislation and
policy relevant to the PGT.
Desirable
1. Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline e.g. Law, Health, Social Services, Public Policy.
2. Qualification in Public Administration or other relevant discipline
Further information
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal history check.