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Northern Territory Indigenous Grant for Bird Research and Conservation

As the proud sponsor of BirdLife Australia‘s inaugural Northern Territory Indigenous Grant for Bird Research and Conservation, Jackadder International would like to congratulate the winners, the Djurrubu Rangers from Kakadu National Park! 

Jackadder International is proud to support the conservation of the Territory’s amazing birds and we recognise the importance of Indigenous knowledge and capabilities in managing threatened species.

We are excited to have the opportunity to support this inaugural award and look forward to an ongoing partnership with BirdLife Australia and Indigenous communities across the Northern Territory. 

https://www.keybiodiversityareas.org.au/news/announcing-the-winner

Graduate Professional Development Workshop

As part of Jackadder’s Graduate Development Program, our cohort of Digitial Officers (IT Graduates) recently participated in a Communicate with Influence workshop facilitated by Catie Kirk of ART Your Life.  

Communication is one of the most important leadership qualities to have. Communication moves information. Influence moves ideas into action, and produces an effect without the use of force or command. Becoming a strong communicator and influencer could be the key to getting your proposals, ideas, and projects over the line. 

The workshop was practical, fun and engaging with all participants enjoying the session and finding valuable to their personal and professional development.  

IIBA Membership

Jackadder International are now proud members of IIBA’s Global Corporate Member Program. IIBA Members have exclusive access to the global community of business analysis professionals, educators, thought leaders, mentors and coaches. Jackadder International’s bronze membership supports our experienced senior Business Analysts and our bright up and coming Business Analysts. 

Jackadder International opens new office in Sydney

Jackadder International has opened a new office in Sydney to support its continued growth and to provide a secure environment for its specialist consultants working remotely. The serviced office is located at Level 20, Tower Two Darling Park, 201 Sussex Street. 

With offices now in Darwin and Sydney, Jackadder’s Managing Director Lou Martini said the company’s expansion will enable clients to draw on a growing team of highly skilled independent ICT consultants to meet their service needs.

 

Jackadder International appointed to the new NTG ICT Specialist Services Panel

Jackadder International has been appointed to the new NT Government Panel Contract D19-0147 for the Provision of ICT Specialist Services for a period of 36 months. Jackadder was selected for all five service packages under the panel, extending the services it is able to offer NTG Agencies to:

  • Package 1 – ICT Business Solutions
  • Package 2 – ICT Consulting Services
  • Package 3 – ICT Specialist Resources – Programs and Projects
  • Package 4 – ICT Specialist Resources – Enterprise Computing
  • Package 5 – ICT Specialist Online Services

Jackadder’s Managing Director Lou Martini was delighted with the appointment which he said “reflected the great work our team of highly skilled consultants have provided to our NT Government clients over the last few years”.

Jackadder International sponsors Charles Darwin University’s IT Code Fair

Lou Martini, Director of Jackadder International, said he was proud to announce the ICT advisory and consulting firm’s sponsorship of the Charles Darwin University’s highly regarded IT Code Fair for 2016. As the inaugural Treasurer of the NT Information Industry Association and Co-Chair of the NTG’s first Ministerial Advisory Council for ICT, Lou said he understood the importance of supporting the development of the local ICT Industry.

The IT Code Fair, which this year will be held on the 11 November, involves a series of activities including Software Coding and Project Poster Competitions, Code Workshops, Business Innovation Challenge and importantly the chance for students to meet potential employers through an Employer Speed Dating Event. The popular annual event is supported by the ICT Industry Association of the Northern Territory and the Northern Territory Government and last year was opened by the Prime Minister of Australia, the Hon. Malcolm Turnbull.

Under the sponsorship arrangement Jackadder International will  provide the $250 prize for the best Project Poster at this year’s event. Lou said he was very much looking forward to attending the IT Code Fair as well as participating as a member of the judging panel for the Project Poster competition.

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Jackadder International appointed to the Northern Territory Government’s ICT Specialist Services Panel

Jackadder International has been appointed to the Northern Territory Government’s ICT Specialist Services Panel. Under the panel contract Jackadder International is pre-qualified to bid for ICT services for Package A: Service Category – Consultants.

With a combination of pragmatic business, technology and industry expertise, and a focus on achieving the right outcome, Jackadder International offers Northern Territory Government Agencies an alternative, and competitively-priced, professional consulting service in the areas of ICT Policy and Governance, ICT Services, Program Management Office and Corporate Systems.

We are excited to be part of the Northern Territory community, said Jackadder International’s founding partner and Director, Lou Martini, and are ready to assist NT Government Agencies achieve their business goals from their ICT-enabled innovation programs, at a price that delivers value for money.

 

Jackadder International undertakes business case review for All-of-Government Information System

Jackadder International was recently engaged by the Northern Territory Government’s Department of Corporate and Information Services to undertake an independent Gateway review of the business case for a new All-of-Government Information System.

The review was led by Jackadder International’s Director and Principal Consultant, Lou Martini, and involved a critical assessment of the business case, including the argument to proceed with an enterprise system and the estimated costs, timeframes, governance structure and resource requirements to implement the system. A detailed analysis of the risks and impacts associated with the recommended solution was also undertaken.

Drawing on precedent in other jurisdictions, and on his business and industry experience, the review was completed by Lou on time and within budget, to the full satisfaction of the project sponsor.