Senior Project Officer

Agency Department of Trade, Business and Asian Work unit International Partnerships

Relations

Job title Senior Project Officer Designation Administrative Officer 7

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Salary $117,356 - $126,251 Location Darwin

Position number 5136 RTF 348689 Closing 14/06/2026

Contact officer Adam Robson, Acting Director International Partnerships, Office of Asian Relations on 08 8946

9564 or ***email_hidden***

About the agency https://dtbar.nt.gov.au

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=348689

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR

TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

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.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures

plans, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective

Amplify the Territory in Asia and strengthen relationships to connect local businesses and industries with international

markets and investors.

Context statement

The Department of Trade, Business and Asian Relations mission is to act now to position the Northern Territory for a vibrant

future. To shape a competitive environment that activates industry and business, attracts investment and drives growth to

sustain a vibrant Territory economy and lifestyle.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Develop, facilitate and participate in Northern Territory Government and designated international delegations, as

appropriate.

2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and coordination of international activities.

3. Develop, implement and evaluate initiatives and projects that support the government’s strategic and policy priorities.

4. Represent and promote the Northern Territory Government’s interests at business, industry and intergovernmental

meetings (local, national and international).

5. Build and sustain positive relationships with local, national and international stakeholders across government, industry

and community.

6. Coordinate implementation of whole of government Market Plans.

7. Prepare and contribute to high level reports, briefings, statements, and correspondence.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Demonstrated high level project management skills, including the ability to co-ordinate, prioritise, negotiate and liaise

with private and public sector stakeholders to achieve outcomes.

2. Understanding of local, national and international economic and political issues as they relate to the Northern Territory’s

engagement in the region.

3. Well-developed oral and written communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills, and ability to prepare high level

reports, briefings and correspondence for a wide range of audiences.

4. High degree of motivation and ability to work independently or as part of a team to meet changing priorities and

deadlines.

5. Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with people of diverse cultures.

6. Commitment to flexible, collaborative, innovative and problem-solving approaches.

7. Extensive experience in research and critical analysis, and the provision of high-level policy advice.

Desirable

1. Tertiary qualifications in International Relations/Business or a related discipline.

2. International business experience and/or foreign language skills.

3. Experience in diplomacy or international engagement.