Project Manager

Job description

Agency Department of Health Work unit Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs

Job title Project Manager - Community Support and Healing Designation Senior Administrative Officer 1

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing commencing 11/02/2026

Salary $128,551 - $143,611 Location Darwin

Position number 48279 RTF Closing 27/10/2025

Contact officer Sueanne Johns, Director 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

Manage projects from initiation to completion to ensure timely delivery of defined outcomes, this involves coordinating resources,

engaging stakeholders, and monitoring project scope, quality, and risk. The role is integral to advancing NT Health's strategic goals

by ensuring services are evidence-based, culturally appropriate, and of high quality.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Develop and deliver assigned projects from planning to execution and post-implementation support.

2. Prepare high level reporting, communications and other correspondence, including Ministerial briefings.

3. Develop and maintain effective collaborative partnerships and strategic relationships with other relevant government and non-

government organisations.

4. Consult with and engage in negotiations, and share information between government, non-government organisations, Aboriginal

communities, and other community stakeholders.

5. Work collaboratively with the Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs Branch to progress key government priority projects.

1. Follow defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being undertaken to

ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Possesses a comprehensive understanding of remote service delivery across Government, Non-Government, and Aboriginal

Community Controlled Health Organisations, with awareness of the social, cultural, and environmental factors affecting service access

and delivery in the Northern Territory.

1. Demonstrates proven experience in researching, analysing, and collaboratively developing and implementing projects, policies, or

strategies, supported by strong conceptual and analytical skills.

1. Effectively builds and maintains relationships with diverse stakeholders, gaining cooperation and support to enhance service delivery

to individuals, families, and communities.

1. Communicates complex information clearly and appropriately to various audiences through excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal

skills, including reports, presentations, and consultations.

1. Manages multiple priorities with strong organisational and time management skills, working both independently and collaboratively

while adapting to changing demands.

Desirable

1. Tertiary qualifications in Project Management or other related discipline

Further information

Positions may be subject to pre-employment checks such as immunisation requirements, working with children clearance notice and

criminal history checks. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history. For

immunisation requirements - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) or Category B (indirect contact with blood or

body substances), check with contact person for requirements.