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DEPARTMENT OF THE LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY

JOB DESCRIPTION

Agency Department of the Legislative Work Unit Parliamentary Education

Assembly Services

Job Title Manager Parliamentary Education Designation Administrative Officer 7

Services

Job Type Full time Duration Ongoing

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

Position Number 16795 RTF 308477 Closing 06/11/2024

Contact officer Elise Dyer, A/ Clerk Assistant Chamber and Serjeant at Arms on 08 8946 1480 or

Elise.Dyer@nt.gov.au

Agency Information www.parliament.nt.gov.au

Information for Applicants

Applications are limited a one-page cover letter and a detailed resume.

The NTPS values diversity and aims for a workforce that represents the community. The NTPS encourages

people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies. For more information about applying for this position

and the merit process, go to the Office of the Commissioner for Public Employment (OCPE) website. Aboriginal

applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures,

go to the OCPE website.

Apply Online: https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Job Details?rtf Id=308477

Our Values:
Respect, Impartiality, Professionalism, Customer Service, Creativity and Westminster Heritage

Primary Objectives:
Effective management of Parliamentary Education Services to ensure the provision of high quality education,

engagement, public relations and information programs relating to the operations of the Northern Territory

Legislative Assembly and its committees.

Context Statement:
The Department of the Legislative Assembly provides the Northern Territory Legislative Assembly, its Members

and Committees with quality and timely support for the operation of the Parliament, Parliamentary Committees,

the Parliament House precinct, and Electorate Offices (and staff).

Parliamentary Education Services (PES), which is part of the Parliamentary Support Division, is responsible for

providing education programs for school groups, government staff, community groups and other visitors, and

conducting tours of Parliament House. PES works at Parliament House, in schools and across the Northern

Territory.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Supervise and support the Parliamentary Education Officer to deliver parliamentary education and

professional development programs.

2. Develop and deliver appropriate education and awareness programs (including intrastate outreach

programs) and professional learning opportunities for students, teachers and community groups, including

resource development.

3. Develop and deliver seminars and induction programs for Assembly Members, public servants,

departmental staff and other stakeholders.

Legislative Assembly of the Northern Territory

Parliament House, State Square (GPO Box 3721, Darwin NT 0801)

www.parliament.nt.gov.au

4. Ensure strong working relationships with teachers, learning institutions, related organisations (e.g. NT

Electoral Commission, Supreme Court, Government House and NT Library) and interstate Parliamentary

Education Units.

5. Assist with the development and implementation of public engagement strategies for the Assembly and its

committees.

6. Co-ordinate education programs and conduct Parliament House tours.

7. Provide advice to the Speaker, Members and departmental officers on parliamentary education and public

engagement and manage significant departmental events.

8. Manage the Unit's webpages, Facebook posts, statistical records and reports.

Selection Criteria:
Essential:
1. Demonstrated ability to set priorities and manage and lead a team under pressure in a demanding

environment.

2. Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver education programs to a diverse range of small and large

groups.

3. Knowledge and demonstrated experience of teaching and learning principles for adults and children.

4. Highly developed communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with people of diverse cultures

maintain effective relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.

5. Ability to respect and adhere to the requirements of confidentiality, impartiality and integrity.

Desirable:
1. Territory qualifications in education.

2. Demonstrated knowledge or experience of parliamentary processes.

Requirements for Selection and Undertaking the Role:

• Prior to being formally offered a position with the Department of the Legislative Assembly, applicants will

be required to submit a pre-employment declaration which includes information regarding their criminal

history, conflict of interest and other continuing employment or volunteer work.

• The successful applicant will be subject to a criminal history check. A criminal history will not exclude an

applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history.

• Applicants are required to hold a current Working with Children Clearance notice (Ochre Card), or have the

ability to obtain one, from SAFE NT.

• Access to recreation leave will be restricted during Parliamentary sitting periods.
• Uniforms are provided and are required to be worn when conducting Parliament House tours, delivering

educational and outreach programs, and interacting with the public.

• The position is based at Parliament House; however, will require travel throughout the Northern Territory

at times. A current driver licence is required.

• The right to disconnect – This position is not expected to be available for regular work-related contact

outside of normal work hours.