Science Project Officer

1 day ago

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia NT Government - Department of Trade, Business and Asian Relations Full time $113,938 - $122,574 per year

Job description

Agency Department of Trade, Business and Asian Work unit Business Innovation

Relations

Job title Science Project Officer Designation Administrative Officer 7

Job type Part time (22 hrs 3 mins per week) Duration Fixed for 12 months

Salary $113,938 - $122,574 Location Darwin

Position number 17212 RTF Closing 29/10/2025

Contact officer Martin Redhead, Director on

About the agency

Apply online

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

The Science Project Officer will support the Northern Territory Government's work to accelerate business innovation

through strategic engagement, analysis, and coordination. This includes representing the NT in intergovernmental science

and research forums, preparing briefings and policy materials, identifying and pursuing funding opportunities, and managing

stakeholder engagement with research, industry, and higher education organisations.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Represent the NT Government at national innovation, research and science policy forums.

2. Identify and assess Commonwealth and private sector funding opportunities aligned with Territory priorities.

3. Develop high-quality briefings, submissions, and reports for a range of government audiences.

  1. Support development of policies and strategies to advance business innovation through science, remote health, housing,

energy and research.

  1. Build collaborative relationships with stakeholders across government, research institutions, industry, and communities.
  2. Coordinate and contribute to stakeholder consultations and working groups.
  3. Track and advise on trends in national and international science and innovation policy relevant to the Territory.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Proven experience in science, research, or innovation policy, preferably in a government or strategic role.

2. Excellent written communication skills, including policy writing, funding submissions, and ministerial briefings.

3. Strong stakeholder engagement and intergovernmental liaison skills.

4. Demonstrated ability to identify and articulate funding and partnership opportunities.

5. High-level analytical, research, and strategic thinking capability.

6. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities with minimal supervision.

7. A team player, able to work as part of a small multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

1. Relevant qualifications.

2. Understanding of Commonwealth research and innovation funding systems (e.g. NRF, MRFF, ARC, CEFC).

3. Knowledge of Northern Territory development priorities and the challenges of remote service delivery.

4. Experience working with Aboriginal organisations or in cross-cultural environments.

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