Quality Education and Care NT Policy Manager

2 days ago

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia NT Government - Department of Education and Training Full time $113,938 - $122,574 per year

Job description

Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit Quality Education and Care NT

Job title Quality Education and Care NT Policy Designation Administrative 0fficer 7

Manager

Job type Full Time Duration Fixed to 02/01/2026

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

Position number 39258 RTF Closing 14/10/2025

Contact officer Katy Brennan, Director Quality Education and Care NT on or

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

To provide quality and evidence-based policy development, analysis and advice that strategically links policy, planning and

program delivery to support improved education outcomes for children birth to eight years.

Context statement

Quality Standards and Regulation (QSR) is the centre of expertise for regulation, compliance, and standards for all areas of

Education. QSR will provide effective oversight and advice to attain high quality standards, governance and improved

educational outcomes. QSR supports early childhood services, schools, and the department to operate effectively and in

adherence with legislation and best practice.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Provide evidence-based policy development, analysis, and advice on a range of early childhood education and care

matters that strategically link policy, planning and program delivery to support improved outcomes for children birth to

eight years.

  1. Research, consult and develop policies and inform the development of implementation strategies relating to new

Australian and NT Government early childhood initiatives.

  1. Prepare high level correspondence, submissions and reports as required.
  2. Develop and maintain strategic alliances and collaborative partnerships within the agency and with external stakeholders

at local and national levels.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Demonstrated experience in the delivery of quality strategic and evidence-based policy, reporting and analysis.

2. High level strategic thinking, conceptual and analytical skills.

3. Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated capacity to write in a clear and concise

manner, communicate with influence and ensure messages are appropriate to targeted audiences.

4. Demonstrated ability to achieve results within limited timeframes and prioritise competing demands and be self-directed

as well as working effectively as part of a team.

5. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective networks with a range of internal and external stakeholders to link

policy and program delivery.

6. An ability to interact and work effectively with people of diverse cultures.

Desirable

1. Relevant tertiary qualifications

Further information

The successful applicant must have the ability to pass a criminal history check and hold an Ochre card.

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