Manager Contract Performance

Agency Department of Children and Families Work unit Contracting Services

Job title Manager Contract Performance Designation Senior Administrative Officer 1

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Salary $132,408 - $147,919 Location Alice Springs, Darwin, Katherine, Tennant

Creek, Nhulunbuy

Position number 30374 RTF 351013 Closing 07/07/2026

Contact officer Annie Butler on 08 8922 5583 or ***email_hidden***

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Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=351013

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR

TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity

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.

Primary objective

The Manager Contract Performance is responsible for managing a small team who are responsible for developing

collaborative relationships with stakeholders, developing governance and contract management capability, provide analytical

reporting, drive continuous improvements, establish and maintain controls, compliance and assurance and providing contract

management systems support.

Context statement

The Contract Services Unit supports effective procurement and grant management by delivering governance, performance

monitoring, and contract services that enable collaborative, community-focused programs and services for Territorians.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Provide strategic leadership and expert advice on procurement, grants, and contract management, including dispute

resolution, performance issues, and support for senior executives and contract owners.

2. Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of strategies, policies, frameworks, and systems to

ensure effective and compliant contract and grant management.

3. Oversee risk, compliance, and performance monitoring, including reporting and the identification of issues across

procurement, grants, and contracts.

4. Deliver training, mentoring, and capability development for staff and stakeholders to embed best practice and drive

continuous improvement.

5. Represent the Agency in key forums and external engagements to promote its interests and influence Territory and

national initiatives.

6. Maintain and apply current knowledge of procurement, grants, and contract management trends, driving innovation and

improvements across the Division.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Demonstrated ability to provide high-level strategic advice and support in one or more of procurement, grants, and

contract management, including experience with complex activities and compliance with relevant legislation and policies.

2. Proven leadership and people management skills, with the ability to drive organisational change, foster a positive

workplace culture, and model the organisation’s core values.

3. Highly developed analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills, with sound judgement and the capacity to design

innovative solutions to complex contract and procurement challenges.

4. Demonstrated high-level communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build strategic

partnerships, influence at senior levels, and convey information clearly across diverse audiences.

5. Well-developed project and organisational management capabilities, including the ability to manage competing priorities,

meet deadlines, and ensure high-quality outcomes in a dynamic environment.

6. Proven ability to develop, implement and interpret reporting frameworks, performance indicators, financial reports,

policies, and business plans to support continuous improvement and accountability.

Desirable

1. Diploma, Degree or Post Graduate Certificate or equivalent experience in a related field.

Further information

The successful applicant must hold a current NT Working with Children Notice (Ochre Card) and undergo a criminal history

check (a criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history).