Project Officer jobs in Northern Territory

Job description
Agency NT Police Force Work unit Crime and Intelligence Command
Job title Project Officer Designation Administrative Officer 6
Job type Full time Duration Fixed to 30/06/2028
Salary $99,519 - $110,953 Location Darwin
Position number 49543 RTF 349062 Closing 09/06/2026
Contact officer Roy Goss, A/Manager on 08 8922 3633 or roy.goss@pfes.nt.gov.au
About the agency http://www.pfes.nt.gov.au
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=349062
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.
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Primary objective
The Project Officer will contribute to the effective and efficient delivery of the Countering Violent Extremism (CVE) Unit
objectives.

Context statement
The Countering Violent Extremism (CVE) Unit is purposed to mitigate acts of violent extremism in the NT through increasing
community capacity to identify and respond to behaviours of concern through: awareness raising, assessment of referrals,
monitoring persons at risk, and provision of a voluntary case management service that supports vulnerable individuals to
disengage from violent extremism.

Key duties and responsibilities
1. Manage projects and initiatives that support CVE efforts in the NT. Activities may include managing external contracts

and agencies to facilitate training, research and awareness raising.
2. Support program evaluation and continuous quality improvement for the unit.
3. Facilitate procurement and payments, within delegation and NTG procurement policies.
4. Research and advise on contemporary programs and activities applicable to CVE in the NT.
5. Review and enhance administrative procedures to streamline workflows in alignment with NT Government policy

frameworks.
6. Contribute to cross-functional team and agency projects, ensuring alignment with strategic CVE goals and collaborative

outcomes.
7. Represent NT in various national forums, as required, to maintain contemporary understanding of national and localised

efforts in the NT.

Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated experience managing projects, including procurement, planning, monitoring and reporting.
2. High-level organisation and problem-solving skills including the ability to identify risks, challenges and potential solutions.
3. Strong oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated experience preparing clear, concise and accurate

reports, briefings and correspondence to support strong decision-making.
4. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
5. Working knowledge and proficiency using a range of business management systems.
6. Sound knowledge and understanding of contemporary CVE practice.
7. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen and willing to obtain and maintain a national security clearance.

Desirable
1. Previous experience in relevant field or working environment.
2. Tertiary qualifications in relevant field.

Further information
Applicants are to supply a certified copy of their qualification/s with their application.