New Chief Executive announced for Department of Corporate and Digital Development

23 August 2023

Minister for Corporate and Digital Development, Ngaree Ah Kit has today announced Mr Chris Hosking as the new Chief Executive of the Department of Corporate and Digital Development.

With more than 35 years experience in public and private sector roles, including more than 25 years experience delivering shared services across departments, Mr Hosking is ideally placed to lead the Territory’s cyber security defence, data and digital development and whole of Government corporate services and information and technology services.

Mr Hosking has been acting in the role since May 2022 and was previously deputy CE for eight years.

He is a well-respected leader who will continue to deliver for the Territory, including major Information and Communication Technology projects that are underway.  

Quotes attributable to Minister for Corporate and Digital Development, Ngaree Ah Kit:

“Mr Hosking has extensive experience across the Northern Territory Public Service and enjoys the respect of our Government, other Departments and his Corporate and Digital Development team.

“He comes into the role following a thorough recruitment process, and I am very pleased to continue working with him to deliver for Territorians. 

"Mr Hosking's passion, knowledge and experience have been commendable over the past 15 months we have worked closely together. 

“I look forward to his continued efforts to develop the Northern Territory to contribute towards a $40 billion economy by 2030.”

Northern Territory Government