Job description
Agency Department Trade, Business and Asian Work unit Investment Engagement

Relations
Job title Director, Networks and Engagement Designation Senior Administrative Officer 2
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $157,334 - $171,482 Location Darwin
Position number 23928 RTF 358900 Closing 05/11/2026
Contact Officer Karen Lo-Lai, Executive Director on 08 8999 2113 or [email protected]
About the agency https://dtbar.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=358900

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment
process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the
merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective
Develop and implement initiatives and projects to attract investment into the Northern Territory, particularly
from the Asian region, through strong inter-agency collaboration and international engagement.
Context statement
The Trade and Investment Opportunities Division drives initiatives that build the Territory’s investment pipeline and position
it as a competitive destination for local, national and international investors. The division works in partnership with teams
across the department, government and industry to develop, implement, and advocate for strategic economic, industry
growth and reform strategies. This work drives an ambitious investment and trade program, promoting and bolstered by
bold advocacy for the Territory. The workplace is dynamic, commercially focused and results-driven, with high
expectations of success.
Key duties and responsibilities
1.



Lead the Networks and Engagement unit to work across agencies, stakeholders and with major national and international

organisations, research, identify, develop, and implement investable opportunities, including associated value
propositions aimed at high value investors.

2. Expand and utilise a network of key influencers, decision-makers, and industry experts to identify and develop potential
trade growth and investment opportunities.

3. Generate strategic insights using relevant data sources to inform policy development, initiatives and programs aimed at
growing trade and attracting investment.

4. Build and sustain effective collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders key to achieving the
primary objective.

Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated significant management experience and team leadership with ability to sustain an inclusive, supportive,

and cooperative work environment.
2. Demonstrated experience in building support and working collaboratively across multiple relevant stakeholders,

including to develop and implement initiatives and projects to grow trade and investment.
3. Exceptional written, communication and active listening skills including with a proven ability to prepare high-quality

Ministerial briefings, Cabinet submissions and complex policy documents that are clear, accurate and compelling.
4. Advanced strategic thinking and planning at the business unit level and across functions, particularly putting the

customer experience and need at the centre and leading continuous improvement.
5. Proven ability to make informed and effective decisions through clear, well-reasoned, timely decisions based on

comprehensive analysis of available data and evidence, a thorough evaluation of risks and benefits, an understanding of
the risk appetite of the organisation, and good judgement.

Desirable
1. Relevant tertiary qualifications in business, international development, or another relevant field.
2. Senior leadership experience in Government or the private sector focused on business/investment development.
3. Ability to travel occasionally.

📌 Director Networks and Engagement (Darwin)
🏢 Department of Trade, Business and Asian Relations
📍 Darwin