Election Operations Lead – Northern Territory

Comcare (Australian Government); Darwin; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) is seeking capable Team Leaders for Northern Territory operations based in Darwin. You will oversee teams, coordinate election planning, logistics, and engagement activities to support federal elections and referendums with high integrity and public confidence.

You will manage temporary staff, contribute to planning across election cycles, and ensure compliance with legislative requirements while guiding staff growth and performance.

Qualifications

• Experience leading small to mid-sized teams in complex operations.
• Experience coordinating planning, logistics and engagement activities.
• Ability to ensure compliance with legislative requirements.
• Experience managing temporary staff and staff performance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee teams across NT operations in Darwin.
• Coordinate election planning, logistics and engagement activities for federal elections and referendums.
• Manage temporary staff and guide performance across election cycles.
• Ensure compliance with legislative requirements and policies.

Skills

Team leadership

Election planning

Logistics management

Engagement activities

Staff development & performance

Job description

The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) is seeking capable Team Leaders for Northern Territory operations based in Darwin. You will oversee teams, coordinate election planning, logistics, and engagement activities to support federal elections and referendums with high integrity and public confidence.

You will manage temporary staff, contribute to planning across election cycles, and ensure compliance with legislative requirements while guiding staff growth and performance.