
Assistant Director
13 hours ago
Job description
Agency Department of Treasury and Finance Work unit Utilities Commission
Job title Assistant Director Designation Senior Administrative Officer 1
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $128,551 - $143,611 Location Darwin
Position number 17654 RTF Closing 23/10/2025
Contact officer Marianne Parris, Director Executive Services on or
About the agency
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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
Lead and manage research and critical analysis of economic regulation for the electricity, ports, water and sewerage
industries. Develop and communicate clear, concise and evidence-based solutions, advice and reports to the Commission,
and stakeholders from economic, compliance, legal and technical perspectives.
Context statement
The Commission is an independent statutory authority responsible for the economic regulation of electricity, ports, and
water and sewerage industries in the Northern Territory. The Commission aims to protect consumer interests in terms of
price, reliability, and quality. The Commission is supported by staff seconded from the Department of Treasury and Finance,
and offers meaningful work in a small, positive team environment.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Lead and manage research and critical analysis of complex and non-complex matters.
2. Develop and communicate accurate, clear, concise and evidence-based solutions, advice and reporting to the
Commission, and stakeholders, regarding complex and non-complex matters.
3. Establish, build and maintain appropriate, professional and productive relationships with senior industry and government,
and other relevant stakeholders.
4. Lead and manage the planning and execution of major reviews and multifaceted projects, including the management of
budget and other resources, such as expert consultants.
5. Provide support to supervise and develop, and assist in the management and leadership of other team members.
6. Assist the Director in managing the administration of the Commission and Commission office, and act as a proxy for the
Director as required.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated ability to research, critically analyse complex information or data, and provide high quality and evidence-
based advice on complex economic, compliance, regulatory or legal matters.
2. Proven high-level written and oral communication skills, including ability to communicate complex matters in an accurate,
clear, concise and audience appropriate manner.
3. Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a small high-performing team, self-motivate, establish and manage
competing priorities, and manage, lead and develop other team members.
4. Demonstrated ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions to complex problems.
5. Strong interpersonal skills, including demonstrated ability to engage and negotiate effectively, professionally and
appropriately with senior level stakeholders, and members of the public.
6. Demonstrated ability to plan and execute major reviews or multifaceted projects, as well as an ability to manage budget
and other resources, including experts consultants.
Desirable
1. Tertiary qualification in economics, commerce, law, public policy or administration, or relevant discipline.
2. Knowledge and experience in the regulation of essential services, utilities, monopoly industries, or other relevant or
analogous industry or field.
Further information
Candidates will be required to make a conflict of interest declaration and pre-employment checks may be undertaken for
some applicants.
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