Executive Contract Officer 1 - Remuneration Package $226,322
Policy, Strategy and Insights
Darwin, Northern Territory
Fixed vacancy for up to 2 years

Apply your extensive leadership experience in planning and driving business and industry development to attract investment and drive business growth.

The Department of Trade, Business and Asian Relations (DTBAR) is the Northern Territory Government’s lead agency to shape an enabling environment that activates industry, attracts investment and drives business growth to sustain a vibrant Territory economy and lifestyle.

Within DTBAR, the Policy, Strategy and Insights Division collaborates with industry and government entities to foster business and industry progress. This involves conducting thorough analysis offering advice, and formulating policies and programs to maintain a competitive and effective business landscape. The division aims to enhance Territory business capability, advocate for local interests, and address the Territory’s workforce requirements.

As Senior Director, Business and Industry Development, your primary objective is to provide executive leadership by partnering with government and industry stakeholders to drive business and industry growth and spearhead the development and management of targeted initiatives to increase local participation in industry supply lines.

Your responsibilities include designing, implementing, and supporting projects, programs and initiatives that empower business and industry sectors to grow their capabilities and contribute to government policy objects. This role entails supervising in-depth research, analysis, advice and engaging with stakeholder to shape government policies and enhance local involvement in supply chains, gas and mineral services.

This position will leverage your extensive background in strategic business and industry development planning, executive leadership, team management abilities and your ability to influence outcomes at a strategic level. Highly developed strategic, analytical and project management skills are essential to ensure your success.

This is a great time to consider relocating to the Territory and experiencing the uniqueness of living and working in Darwin. Enjoy an enviable lifestyle and a work life balance that allows you time to explore the stunning landscapes and tourist attractions of the region. Tropical sunsets, ocean views and sandy beaches, spectacular lightening displays and ancient Aboriginal rock art awaits. Darwin’s rich multicultural society and community spirit makes it a great place to live, work and play. Relocation assistance may be available to the successful applicant.

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For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Joe Kuhn, Executive Director, Business and Industry Growth
on 08 8999 5076 or [email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 12823
Closing date: 08/09/2025

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

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