Strategic Leader

2 weeks ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Austrade Full time
Chief Executive Officer at Austrade

Austrade, a key agency of the Australian Government, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead its organisation in promoting Australia's economic prosperity and growth on the global stage.

About the Role

The CEO will be responsible for driving Austrade's overall strategy and implementation of the Government's trade and investment agenda. This will involve developing and delivering innovative solutions to maximise the commercial opportunities arising from changing global economic circumstances.

Key Responsibilities

  • Developing Austrade's overall strategy for delivering the Government's trade and investment agenda and maximising commercial opportunities
  • Ensuring high standards of service delivery, including through encouraging innovative new projects and up-to-date operating systems
  • Building business confidence in Austrade's advice, programs, and assistance by demonstrating tangible outcomes
  • Maintaining strong and collaborative relationships across government, with portfolio and state and territory CEOs, and with industry associations and business chambers
  • Allocating resources in accordance with short and long-term strategies and operating within the funding envelope
  • Ensuring Austrade's people can deliver on organisational objectives
  • Maintaining a strong and effective corporate governance framework

About Austrade

Austrade is an Australian Commonwealth Government agency with approximately 1,200 staff based across 61 locations overseas. The organisation reports to the Minister for Trade and Tourism and plays a critical role in driving Australia's economic prosperity and promoting the country on the global stage.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Australian citizenship
  • Australian passport
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting 2 security clearance

How to Apply

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