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Job details

PLEASE NOTE: there are two roles available for this advertisment. One is permanent and the other is a 12 month fixed term temporary opportunity. Please make it clear in your application which role is your preference.

The International Operations unit is responsible for managing TIQ's overseas network consisting of two main business groups:

• International Overseas Network: consists of approximately 108 employees located across a network of overseas offices, led by trade and investment commissioners who represent the Queensland Government and promote the state's trade and investment interests internationally.
• International Markets and Directorate: are the Brisbane based business units responsible for supporting and working alongside TIQ's overseas network.

Your opportunity
Reporting to the Director International Operations, you will be responsible for providing high level executive secretarial, administrative and operational project support to the General Manager, International Operations Division (GMIOD) and the broader Division. You will coordinate, manage and provide quality control over workflows within the Division. You will also be required to balance conflicting priorities, work to deadlines, display a high degree of professionalism, judgement and confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.

Your contribution (key responsibilities and accountabilities)
To be successful in this role you will:

• Provide high level confidential administrative and operational support to the GMIOD including:
• analysis, coordination and preparation of departmental, ministerial, parliamentary and cabinet briefings, agendas, reports, submissions and presentations/events
• diary and travel management; monthly budget monitoring and analysis, processing expenditure approvals, invoices and accounts; reconciling monthly corporate cards
• ensure quality control and efficient processing of all ministerial, senior executive and key stakeholder briefing materials are in place
• undertaking research and analysis to identify a range of options to support executive decision making
• maintaining excellent working knowledge of current matters relevant to the GMIOD.
• Actively participate in the delivery and coordination of other business management functions and projects both domestically and internationally as required.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy in all administrative documents associated with activities within the division.
• Coordinate stakeholder responses across the division on a range of operational and policy matters.
• In consultation with the Principal Advisor develop, implement and continuously improve office management systems including information management, filing and tracking systems.
• Establish and maintain effective communication strategies, protocols, stakeholder negotiation and liaison activities across cultures and other private and public sector organisations.
• Develop and foster effective relationships with key stakeholders across local, state and federal agencies, industry to continue to build commitment to long term growth.

How to apply
If you think this role is for you, you can submit your application via www.smartjobs.qld.gov.au. Make sure you include the following:

• A current resume, with the names and contact details of two (2) referees with a thorough knowledge of your competencies for this role. One of whom should be your current or immediate past supervisor.
• A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) telling us why you are interested in this role. This is your opportunity to tell us about your experience, what makes you the best person for the role and how you meet the key capabilities for the role and which role is your preference (please do not restate your resume.)

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Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• TIQ Application Guide 2024 (PDF, 1.58MB)
  Application Kit
  
  TIQ560028 Operations Coordinator (39243) - RD (PDF, 86KB)
  Role Description
  
  Operations Coordinator (2nd Role) (PDF, 378KB)
  Role Description