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Deputy Commissioner Youth Justice and Community Corrections (JN -052025-40434) Darwin, AustraliaProvide Ethical leadership, overseeing teams to drive engagement and empowermentBuild strategic partnerships with key stakeholdersDesign and implement reforms with government objectivesThe Northern Territory Department of Corrections is dedicated to fostering rehabilitation and community safety. They are committed to upholding justice through effective management and rehabilitation of offenders, ensuring a safe, secure and supportive environment. The Department strives to provide opportunities for personal growth and positive change, equipping prisoners with the skills they need to reintegrate into society successfully.The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a highly experienced and strategic senior executive to join its leadership team as Deputy Commissioner Youth Justice and Community Corrections. Reporting directly to the Commissioner/Chief Executive Officer, this role plays a pivotal part in delivering a safer Northern Territory through integrated, culturally safe, and evidence-based youth and community justice services.The Deputy Commissioner is responsible for the strategic oversight and operational management of four core functions: Detention Operations, Community Youth Justice, Youth Justice Programs and Services, and Adult Community Corrections. The role will lead system reforms that reduce reoffending, promote rehabilitation, and deliver improved outcomes, particularly for regional and remote communities.Key accountabilities include the design and delivery of strategic initiatives, provision of high-level advice to the Commissioner and Ministers, and the governance of community-based supervision systems, including parole, probation, and reintegration programs. The role also encompasses oversight of funding and performance frameworks to ensure operational excellence and fiscal responsibility.Strong stakeholder engagement is essential, including collaboration with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations, non-government organisations, and other government entities to ensure culturally appropriate, place-based service delivery.The successful candidate will be a values-driven executive with extensive experience leading complex operations and multidisciplinary teams, ideally within justice or related sectors. A demonstrated track record in policy reform, service integration, and performance management is essential.This role presents a significant opportunity to lead enduring reform and deliver safer communities through effective, inclusive justice strategies in the Northern Territory.To view the Success Profile for this opportunity, please copy and paste the following link into your browser: apply, please click apply now and upload your CV and Cover Letter. For any questions not outlined in the PD and for a confidential discussion, please contact Ryan Webster at 0427 329 443 and Alannah OCarroll at 0426 691 205.Davidson acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live. We are also committed to equal opportunity and strive to promote diversity, inclusion, belonging, flexibility, and accessibility in all that we do.Should you require assistance in your interactions with us or through a recruitment process, please let us know so we can provide adjustments for you.Applications close on 06 July 2025.Name:Please include your first and last name.Email: @Phone:Please include your country code.CV / Resume:Yes, I am currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying. No, I am not currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying.Deputy Commissioner Youth Justice and Community Corrections (JN -052025-40434) Darwin, AustraliaProvide Ethical leadership, overseeing teams to drive engagement and empowermentBuild strategic partnerships with key stakeholdersDesign and implement reforms with government objectivesThe Northern Territory Department of Corrections is dedicated to fostering rehabilitation and community safety. They are committed to upholding justice through effective management and rehabilitation of offenders, ensuring a safe, secure and supportive environment. The Department strives to provide opportunities for personal growth and positive change, equipping prisoners with the skills they need to reintegrate into society successfully.The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a highly experienced and strategic senior executive to join its leadership team as Deputy Commissioner Youth Justice and Community Corrections. Reporting directly to the Commissioner/Chief Executive Officer, this role plays a pivotal part in delivering a safer Northern Territory through integrated, culturally safe, and evidence-based youth and community justice services.The Deputy Commissioner is responsible for the strategic oversight and operational management of four core functions: Detention Operations, Community Youth Justice, Youth Justice Programs and Services, and Adult Community Corrections. The role will lead system reforms that reduce reoffending, promote rehabilitation, and deliver improved outcomes, particularly for regional and remote communities.Key accountabilities include the design and delivery of strategic initiatives, provision of high-level advice to the Commissioner and Ministers, and the governance of community-based supervision systems, including parole, probation, and reintegration programs. The role also encompasses oversight of funding and performance frameworks to ensure operational excellence and fiscal responsibility.Strong stakeholder engagement is essential, including collaboration with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations, non-government organisations, and other government entities to ensure culturally appropriate, place-based service delivery.The successful candidate will be a values-driven executive with extensive experience leading complex operations and multidisciplinary teams, ideally within justice or related sectors. A demonstrated track record in policy reform, service integration, and performance management is essential.This role presents a significant opportunity to lead enduring reform and deliver safer communities through effective, inclusive justice strategies in the Northern Territory.To view the Success Profile for this opportunity, please copy and paste the following link into your browser: apply, please click apply now and upload your CV and Cover Letter. For any questions not outlined in the PD and for a confidential discussion, please contact Ryan Webster at 0427 329 443 and Alannah OCarroll at 0426 691 205.Davidson acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live. We are also committed to equal opportunity and strive to promote diversity, inclusion, belonging, flexibility, and accessibility in all that we do.Should you require assistance in your interactions with us or through a recruitment process, please let us know so we can provide adjustments for you.Applications close on 06 July 2025.Name:Please include your first and last name.Email: @ Phone:Please include your country code.CV / Resume:Cover Letter:Eligibility: Yes, I am currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying. No, I am not currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying. ;Deputy Commissioner Youth Justice and Community Corrections (JN -052025-40434) Darwin, AustraliaThank you for submitting your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr