Education jobs in Darwin NT

Job description
Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit Engagement Programs, Policy and Performance

Job title Program Coordinator, Children and Schooling Programme Designation Administrative Officer 5

Job type Full time Duration Fixed from 01/01/2027 up to 31/12/2028
Salary $93,674 - $98,332 Location Darwin
Position number 45602 RTF 361528 Closing 24/11/2026
Contact Officer Josie Bidner, Children and Schooling Program Manager on 0437 718 792 or josie.bidner@education.nt.gov.au
About the agency https://education.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=361528

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.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the
OCPE website.

Primary objective
Responsible for the coordination, reporting, governance and contractual requirements of the Children and Schooling Program (CASP)
across participating Northern Territory schools, ensuring compliance with Commonwealth funding requirements and supporting the
achievement of program outcomes.
Context statement
The Children and Schooling Program (CASP) is a community-focused, Commonwealth-funded initiative that brings together families,
schools, communities and services to improve student attendance, engagement and attainment. The program sits within Engagement
Programs, Policy and Performance, Inclusion and Engagement Services, and supports participating schools to deliver and report against
agreed program outcomes.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Coordinate and monitor the delivery of the CASP across participating Northern Territory schools.
2. Manage program reporting, governance and performance monitoring activities, including progress reports, KPI reporting, briefs,

submissions, correspondence and executive reporting.
3. Administer funding agreements and contractual requirements through GrantsNT and departmental systems, ensuring records,

documentation and reporting obligations are accurate and current.
4. Partner with school principals and leadership teams to support program delivery, reporting and alignment with Commonwealth Key

Performance Indicators (KPIs).
5. Review and assess school reports, supporting evidence and performance data, identifying risks, compliance issues and opportunities

for continuous improvement.
6. Manage the CASP generic inbox and coordinate stakeholder communications, enquiries, meetings and engagement activities to

support effective program delivery.
7. Maintain accurate records and information within departmental systems, including Tower Records Management, and contribute to

program reviews, audits and evaluation activities.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated experience in program coordination, contract administration and grants management, including the interpretation and

application of funding agreements, reporting requirements and governance processes.
2. Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build productive relationships and communicate

effectively with school leaders, Aboriginal stakeholders and community partners.
3. Demonstrated experience preparing high-quality reports, briefs, submissions and correspondence, including the ability to analyse

information and provide recommendations.
4. Experience monitoring program performance, reviewing evidence and data, and contributing to compliance, reporting and continuous

improvement activities.
5. Demonstrated experience using GrantsNT or similar grants management systems, together with Microsoft Office applications and the

ability to learn new systems and processes.
6. Knowledge and understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with improving educational outcomes for Aboriginal

students and remote communities.
Desirable
1. Hold and maintain a current Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card) and a current Northern Territory Drivers licence.
2. Travel to remote communities, by 4WD or light aircraft, including overnight stays, as required.