Job description
Agency Department of Trade, Business and Asian Work unit Office of Asian Relations
Relations
Job title Assistant Director, International Partnerships Designation Senior Administrative Officer 1
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $136,380 - $152,357 Location Darwin
Position number 5447 RTF 354590 Closing 03/09/2026
Contact Officer David Orr, Senior Director Office of Asian Relations at [email protected]
About the agency https://dtbar.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=354590
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 and aims for a workforce that represents the community. 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
Advance the Northern Territory’s political, economic and cultural interests by developing and delivering strategic international
engagement initiatives that support trade, investment and government priorities.
Context statement
The Department of Trade, Business and Asian Relations (DTBAR) supports economic growth by strengthening trade, investment and
international partnerships. This role is part of the Office of Asian Relations and contributes to attracting trade and investment, fostering
strategic relationships and enhancing the Territory’s international profile.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Lead strategic international engagement initiatives that support NT Government trade, investment and international priorities.
2. Provide strategic leadership for the implementation of the Northern Territory's international engagement agenda, identifying
emerging opportunities, managing risks and driving coordinated action across government.
3. Build productive relationships with government, diplomatic, industry and international stakeholders.
4. Lead the planning and delivery of international engagement activities, including ministerial missions, inbound delegations, strategic
events and government-to-government engagement, ensuring outcomes align with government priorities.
5. Provide high-level advice on international policy, geopolitical developments and bilateral relationships.
6. Represent the NT Government in negotiations and senior domestic and international forums.
7. Lead, develop and support a high-performing and inclusive team.
8. Promote continuous improvement in policy, project management and stakeholder engagement practices.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated experience providing strategic leadership in a complex government, international relations, trade, investment or
public policy environment.
2. Highly developed strategic thinking, judgement and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex issues into practical advice
and deliver innovative solutions.
3. Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills, including a demonstrated ability to prepare high-quality ministerial,
executive and Cabinet-level documentation and represent an organisation at senior levels.
4. Proven ability to build partnerships across government, industry and international stakeholders.
5. Experience leading complex projects and managing competing priorities.
6. Demonstrated leadership capability, including mentoring, developing and motivating staff while fostering a positive, inclusive and
high-performing workplace culture.
7. Understanding of geopolitical, economic and trade issues relevant to the NT and Asia-Pacific region.
Desirable
1. Qualifications in international relations, public policy, economics, business, law, commerce or a related discipline.
2. Experience working in, or closely with, government, diplomatic, international trade or investment organisations.
3. Proficiency in one or more Asian languages and/or experience living or working overseas.
