Information for award nominations
The Chief Minister’s Awards formally recognise and reward Northern Territory Public Sector (NTPS) teams and work groups for outstanding achievements, as well as outstanding partnerships between the public sector and private enterprises. The awards also provide opportunities for knowledge sharing across all areas of the Northern Territory Government (NTG).
Nominations are open to any work group or team in the NTPS, including projects/initiatives with jurisdictional, non government and private sector partnerships.
Across seven categories the awards acknowledge significant initiatives that make a positive difference to the Public Sector and Northern Territory community.
Seven award categories
| Category | Award |
|---|---|
| Advancing Aboriginal and Community Development | Recognises outstanding achievements by NT Government agencies to build the capacity and capabilities of Aboriginal Territorians and their communities, and strengthen regional and remote communities to achieve long-term change and improve outcomes. |
| Excellence in Building a Strong and Sustainable Economy | Recognises the outstanding achievements made by NT Government agencies to provide a strong and sustainable future for Territorians by driving greater levels of integration and efficiency across long-term planning, infrastructure priorities, the environment and our natural resources. |
| Excellence in Human Services Delivery | Recognises outstanding performance and achievements made by NT Government agencies that support the education, health, wellbeing and safety of Territorians and ensuring the community is placed at the centre of the NTPS. |
| Excellence in Customer Focused Workplace Practices and Service Delivery | Recognises outstanding achievements and efforts made by agencies to increase the capability of the NTPS and build a high performing workforce through innovative customer focused workplace practices, workplace culture and service delivery. |
| Excellence in Cross-Government Collaboration and Partnerships | Recognises outstanding performance and achievements to promote cross-government cooperation, collaboration and partnership initiatives, including partnerships across NTPS agencies; and partnerships with business, non-government or academic/training organisations, to meet a priority objective in the delivery of service to the NT community. |
| Making the Northern Territory a better place to live | Recognises outstanding efforts and achievements by NT Government agencies to attract investment, increase population growth, enhance liveability and create a thriving community in the Northern Territory. |
| Exemplifying Northern Territory Public Sector Values | Recognises ongoing and outstanding dedication by NT Government agencies to the NTPS values through championing ethical practices, inclusivity, integrity, and efficiency. Exemplifying service excellence, accountability, impartiality; and shaping a culture of respect and innovation across the NTPS. |
- determine which category best suits your project/initiative
- complete the nomination form
Please note: projects/initiatives cannot be entered in more than one category. If a nomination has been received for a category that is best suited to a different category, judges may move the nomination to the correct category. You will be notified if this is the case.
Points to keep in mind when developing your submission
- Explain the project/initiative clearly and succinctly (e.g., what is the project or initiative? Is it in the development, testing or completion stage? What timeframes were undertaken or are being undertaken? Who were/are the stakeholders? What were the major outcomes? What impact did it have on the NTPS and/or community?).
- Projects/initiatives that align to every day agency core business may not be rated as highly as initiatives that are above and beyond the usual scope of the agency's business functions.
- Projects or initiatives that are innovative, sustainable, represent best practice, and have/had high impact are generally rated more highly.
- Projects/initiatives that align to every day agency core business and have delivered high quality service and outcomes, and have sustained over an extended period of time will also be assessed highly.
- Please note that the value of each project or initiative criteria, tangible achievements, outcomes, and the evaluation method are determined by the award category judging panel.
Judges will use the following criteria as a guide during the presentation
The project or initiative delivers quality and substantial efficiencies that maximise long term benefits for Territorians
Consider how the achievements and outcomes of the project/initiative lead to improvements in efficiencies, productivity and sustainability. What operational improvements have been made as a result of the project/initiative, and assessing if the project/initiative acknowledges diversity groups in the Territory.
The project or initiative includes a community engagement/stakeholder consultation process
Information was considered or included with community engagement or collaboration; how the collaboration originated; and if the engagement is continuous.
The project or initiative demonstrates excellent leadership practices and innovative solutions for the public sector
Consider the unique and/or innovative aspects of the project/initiative. Also, consider if the outcomes of the project/initiative can be modelled and promoted as best practice.
The project or initiative incorporates an evaluation process for effective results and continuous improvement
Consider which systems and processes have been developed for continuous improvement; the evaluation and review. What plans are in place to ensure long term sustainability; and what happens if the project/initiative does not continue?