Northern Territory Government
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title Chief of Staff to the Chief Executive Officer
Classification Executive Contract Officer ECO2 Position no. 25758
Job type Full Time Duration Fixed for 4 years
Business unit Safety, People and Governance Location Darwin
Reports to Chief Executive Officer Reports to P/No. 13317
Power and Water values diversity. Power and Water encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for
Inclusion and vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require
diversity and an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more
Special Measures information about applying for this position and the merit process, click here
recruitment plans Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special
Measures plan, click here
Information for Applications must include a one-page summary about you, a detailed resume and copies of all relevant tertiary
Applicants qualifications listed in your application. For further information for applicants and example applications: click here
Information about If you accept this position, a detailed summary of your merit (including work history, experience, qualifications,
Selected skills, information from referees, etc.) will be provided to other applicants, to ensure transparency and better
Applicant’s Merit understanding of the reasons for decision. For further information: click here
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE
The Chief of Staff plays a critical role in supporting our CEO and executive team in achieving Power and Water's strategic goals. The role
works closely with the CEO to ensure efficient and effective operation of the CEO and Board Support office, manages critical projects,
serves as a strategic adviser to the CEO, ensures productive and positive engagement with key external stakeholders including members
of parliament and regulators, and supports effective communication with Power and Water executives and the broader Power and Water
workforce.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - The “WHAT” to be delivered
Strategic adviser: Act as the CEO's right-hand person and provide strategic guidance on key decisions and initiatives.
- Executive support: Proactively manage the CEO's schedule, handle all communication and correspondence, and ensure the CEO is
- Project management: Lead and manage cross-functional projects and initiatives on behalf of the CEO, ensuring that objectives are
- Communications: Draft and edit internal and external communications, including speeches, presentations, and reports on behalf of the
- Stakeholder engagement: Act as a liaison between the CEO and internal and external stakeholders, fostering positive relationships
and representing the CEO when necessary. Also develop and coordinate a schedule of opportunities to build and enhance the visibility
and personal brand of, and external relationships for, the Board, CEO and the broader executive team across key stakeholders of
Power and Water.
- Strategic planning: Assist in the development and execution of Power and Water’s strategic plans, working closely with the CEO and
- Research and analysis: Researching background and context on material matters arising, including confidential and sensitive issues and
- Team management: Oversee and mentor the administrative professionals and executive assistant within the CEO and Board Support
- Collaboration: Engage with and support the Deputy CEO to ensure that the CEO and Board Support team contributes positively to
- Confidentiality: Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism.
Safety and environment
Take all practicable steps to ensure your own safety, the safety of Power and Water staff, and contractors, the public and their
- Be aware of, and seek to avoid or reduce, the environmental impact of activities.
LAST UPDATED: October 2023 EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE: __________________________ DATE: ____________
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Job Description Northern Territory Government
COMPETENCY PROFILE – Manager of function
“HOW” to do it (refer to Power and Water’s Behavioural Competency Guide)
Builds networks Effectively building formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organisation.
Business insight Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organisation’s goals.
Customer focus Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
Develops talent Developing people to meet both their career goals and the organisation’s goals.
Drives engagement Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organisation achieve its objectives, and shape culture through living the values.
Drives results Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
Financial acumen Interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions.
Manages conflict and Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise. Making good and timely decisions that
ambiguity keep the organisation moving forward noise.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
No. of direct reports 3 No. of indirect reports 5
Key interactions: Ministerial staff, board members, executives and other employees, external customers and stakeholders
COMPLIANCE - We expect you to:
- Actively align, support and promote Power and Water’s values and support building a constructive workplace culture that celebrates
- Comply with Power and Water’s safety and environmental policies and procedures, working towards our goal of Zero Harm
- Pass a job-specific pre-employment medical (if applicable)
SELECTION CRITERIA
Qualification and skills Experience
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the Proven experience in a similar chief of staff or
ability to interact with individuals at all levels. executive leadership role.
Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a strategic Proven record of operating effectively in a
mindset. politically sensitive environment and able to
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. interact successfully with people of diverse
Essential Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Proven achievement in stakeholder engagement,
change management, strategic communications
- High level of discretion and confidentiality. and delivery of client-focused outcomes.
- Experience in organising and directing multiple teams and stakeholders through effective negotiation,
departments. diplomacy and collaboration.
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in business
preferred). systems, functions and structure of a utilities
- Strong project management skills with a track record of environment.
- Experience in data analysis and budget management operating in a regulated/government ownership
- Consulting experience, with a focus on operations environment and knowledge of the particular
- Nimble business mind, focused on developing creative Northern Territory.
solutions.
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Job Description Northern Territory Government
FURTHER INFORMATION
1. Contact John Pease 0412 067 127 for further information about the position
2. Information about Power and Water may be viewed at powerwater.com.au
3. The total remuneration package amounts published for this position include base salary, superannuation and annual leave loading
and the value of an extra week’s annual leave.
Apply online Approved
https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=325155
Vacancy closes 31/07/2025 Djuna Pollard, Chief Executive Officer
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