About us
The Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet (CMC) is the Northern Territory Government’s lead agency, providing strategic advice and driving policy initiatives to support the Chief Minister, Cabinet, and government stakeholders.
We help the government make informed decisions and address current and future challenges affecting the Territory, including those in regional and remote communities.
As the first minister’s department, CMC leads whole-of-government policy agendas, fostering collaboration, coordination, and implementation across multiple agencies.
Our work spans key areas such as:
- strategic policy and reform in economic, lifestyle, communities and Aboriginal partnerships
- national reform initiatives
- emerging issues impacting Territorians.
We also deliver essential whole-of-government services, including:
- protocol
- security
- emergency
- management
- ministerial liaison
- executive and organisational support
- governance
- communications and media services.
Graduate Program
Our 12-month graduate program provides firsthand exposure to policy design and implementation while allowing graduates to develop a strong understanding of each unit’s functions.
As part of our team, graduates play an important role in supporting the delivery of government priorities and gaining experience across a range of business units.
Graduates benefit from:
- hands-on experience working in a dynamic government environment
- the opportunity to contribute to whole-of-government policy agendas and national reforms
- training and development to build strategic, analytical, and leadership skills
- exposure to high-level government decision-making and policy implementation
- a collaborative and supportive workplace that fosters professional growth.
This program offers a unique opportunity to develop expertise in governance and public administration while making a meaningful impact on the Northern Territory.
For more information, visit the Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet website
Meet some of our previous graduates
Our graduate experience
The graduate program helped me find my place in policy and public service.
Policy Support Officer, Office of Aboriginal Affairs
The Graduate Program has allowed endless opportunities.
Graduate Trainee, Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet Graduates program 2023
Working for government allows me to make a direct impact on the community.
Project Officer, Department of Chief Minister and Cabinet
I have found many great friends in the public service and across the Territory.
Policy Officer & former NTG Graduate