Why join Trade & Investment Queensland?

At TIQ, we are passionate about supporting local businesses, and promoting Queensland at every opportunity. We have a strong sense of making a difference for Queensland businesses and the Queensland economy, and we value the opportunity to work with colleagues from varied backgrounds, nationalities and parts of the world. If this sounds like you, come and join us!

Position Purpose

Reporting to the Queensland Government Senior Trade Commissioner, China, the Business Development Manager, will represent the interests of Queensland in the South West region of China through the identification, promotion and facilitation of opportunities in the Queensland Government's key industry sectors (resources, construction,agriculture,tourism and education and investment)

Your Key Responsibilities

• Using your high level knowledge of the business,legal and clutural enviorment in China, maintain and strengthen Queensland's position by developing strategic relations and contacts with government representatives, business leaders and industry allies.

• Using your extensive knowledge and experience in international business and promotion, manage trade missions, Ministerial visits and allies including preparation of visit programs and accompanying Ministers and business delegations. You will be required to accompany business delegations to meetings in China as well as Queensland.

• Guide and support Queensland companies to pursue trade and investment oustcomes by providing market intelligence, busienss leads, advice, introductions and screening of partners, participating in trade shows, business matching services,and other activities as the request of the Commissioner.

• Using your highly developed interpersonal, communication and language skills, work closely with and support Queensland businesses, suppliers, educational institutions, training providers and other organisations that are looking for buyers, partners, investors or allies.

• Provide accurate and timely market intelligence and strategic advice to the Senior Commissioner, Queensland government departments and companies about developments in the economy and business situation.

• Work closely with the TIQ global network and Queensland stakeholders, including Brisbane and Queensland regional office staff, to co-ordinate joint trade promotional activities, business missions and client support.

• Lead business and government projects and initiatives.

Key selection criteria - What kind of person are we looking for?

Value Propostion

▪   You are valued for strong technical knowledge and skill in their areas of expertise or discipline.

▪   You show strong self-management.

Vision

▪   Understand how their work aligns to organisational objectives

▪   Acts proactively

▪   Responds flexibly to change

▪   Focuses on customers

▪   Seeks continuous improvement You demonstrate broad perspective

Results

▪   Focuses on performance

▪   Manages internal and external relationships

▪   Supports others' capability development

▪   Give constructive feedback

Accountability

▪   Models professional and ethical behaviour

▪   Displays rigour in analysis

▪   Applies business management skills

▪   Commits to personal development

Are you UP for the challenge?

Make sure you include the following and send your application via email to: [email protected]

🔹 A current resume, with the names and contact details of two (2) referees---perferably one of whom is a current or immediate past supervisor.

🔹 A cover letter (max 2 pages) telling us why you are suited for this role. This is your opportunity to tell us about your experience, what makes you the best person for the position and how you meet the selection criteria.