The ALP National Secretariat is seeking expressions of interest for an exciting new role.

Northern Territory Campaign and Organising Director

The NT Campaign and Organising Director will lead campaign preparation and execution for the ALP in the Northern Territory ahead of the next Territory election in August 2028. The role will also focus on strengthening NT Labor’s organising capacity and continuous campaigning efforts.

The NT Campaign and Organising Director will develop and execute a recruitment and membership retention strategy, work with the Branch Committee and the Territory Secretary on a fundraising strategy and support the work of NT Labor in organising and training candidates.

Building strong relationships across NT Labor is critical to this role, with a specific focus on maximising the capability of ALP campaigns at the next Territory and Federal elections.

Key responsibilities

Reporting to the Assistant National Secretary (Target Seats), the NT Campaign and Organising Director will take operational responsibility for:

• Developing and executing a recruitment and retention strategy to increase the party’s membership and campaign capacity.
• Working with the Territory Secretary and Special Branch Committee on a fundraising strategy.
• The development of strategies and resources to maximise the capability of ALP campaigns in NT including but not limited to:
  • Providing practical day to day support and assist with the development and delivery of campaign training for NT Labor members.
  • Utilising campaign software, collecting data and leveraging this data and campaign software to improve local campaigning.
  • Developing campaign packs with field, print and digital components to ensure the activity of continuous campaigning.
  • Working with NT Labor and the National Secretariat digital team to develop an effective digital strategy in the NT.
• Working closely with the Northern Territory Branch, and MPs and Senators to develop NT specific campaign plans and support the activity of continuous campaigning.

Other responsibilities

As part of the ALP National Secretariat, the NT Campaign and Organising Director will be required to assist with other associated duties as part of their role.

Essential skills

• Previous experience working in an organising or training role at a union of ALP state branch.
• A strong understanding of organising and campaign strategies and techniques.
• Previous experience working on State and Federal election campaigns.
• A high level of interpersonal skills and the ability to negotiate and work with a wide range of personalities.
• Commitment to the values of the ALP and labour movement.
• Capacity to exercise judgement. Discretion and initiative within a politically sensitive environment.
• Capacity to work to tight deadlines.
• Able to work without close direction and supervision.
• Strong IT literacy.

About the role

This is a fixed-term, full-time appointment, based in Darwin.

The position is part of the Target Seats Unit and reports to the Assistant National Secretary responsible for the Target Seats Unit.

The position will be filled at Level 2 of the Projects/Operational/Executive classification ($115,000 – $170,000 + 12% superannuation) as set out in the ALP National Secretariat Terms and Conditions of Employment. Remuneration will be discussed with suitable applicants.

Applications in this ‘first round’ call for expressions of interest close on Friday 30 January 2026.

To apply, please submit your CV and a one-page cover letter via email to: jobs@australianlabor.com.au