Territory Business Advisor

Job description

Agency Department of Trade, Business and Asian Relations Work unit Business and Workforce Delivery, South

Job title Territory Business Advisor Designation Administrative Officer 6

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Salary $96,620 - $107,721 Location Alice Springs

Position number 37243 RTF Closing 25/09/2025

Contact officer Sera Bray, Executive Director on or

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TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS

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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

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Primary objective

Reporting to the Regional Director South, the Territory Business Advisor (TBA) will work with internal and external stakeholders

to grow private investment, support business growth and create jobs in the Territory consistent with the Department's strategic

vision and the Business and Workforce Delivery Business Plan. Based in Alice Springs, the TBA will provide support to businesses

in Central Australia. The TBA will formulate referral pathways to support clients, provide advice where appropriate, advocate on

the client's behalf and provide strategic advice to Government about issues and trends in the regional business environment.

Context statement

The Department of Trade, Business and Asian Relations (DTBAR) is responsible for shaping a competitive environment that

activates industry and business, attracts investment and drives growth to sustain a vibrant Territory economy and lifestyle. The

Business and Workforce Delivery (BWD) branch is part of Business and Regions South. BWD support businesses and not-for-profit

enterprises to grow and sustain their enterprises. The TBA will work within a multi-faceted team environment, providing a service

to clients that considers business, workforce and economic development needs and opportunities as part of a coordinated, holistic

and solution-focused approach.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Liaise with businesses and not-for-profit organisations throughout the region to understand their needs and develop

appropriate referral pathways to business and workforce programs and provide advisory services when appropriate.

2. On behalf of clients, collaborate and coordinate with representatives and groups from DTBAR, other Government departments,

the Commonwealth Government and others to identify and access appropriate business support services.

3. Communicate effectively with clients, collect detailed information, assist with the completion of client applications and assess

eligibility for business support programs and grant opportunities.

1. Prepare reports and presentations, assist with the organisation of events, and respond to departmental requirements, as

needed, which may include drafting of ministerial communication and/or documentation.

5. Provide feedback, advice and reporting to the Chief Executive and Minister for Business through the Regional Manager, Top

End.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Customer Service. Experience in high-level customer/client service delivery, with excellent, adaptable communication skills.

1. Analytical Skills. Demonstrated ability to gather and assess business and industry information, along with articulation of findings

of assessments to make recommendations.

1. Project Management. Ability to project manage, liaise and collaborate with many stakeholders, and work within a complex and

changing environment.

4. Business Acumen. Demonstrated business acumen, with the capability to engage with business owners and managers, diagnose

needs, and provide credible, value-added advice and guidance across at least one business function.

5. Stakeholder Management. Understanding of current social, political and economic issues facing business and industry sectors

and demonstrated experience in developing and implementing solutions in collaboration and cooperation with internal and

external stakeholders.

1. Team Player, Ability to work as a positive team member, embracing diversity, committed to service and with evidence of

positive and proactive communication skills (including written communication), accountable and impartial in all interactions.

1. Technology. Proficient in the use of computer software and an understanding of current business technology.

2. A current Northern Territory 'C' Class drivers licence or equivalent with the ability to travel to remote locations.

Desirable

1. Degree in a relevant field of business or demonstrated work experience.

2. Knowledge of the NT economy and factors affecting economic performance and business and industry competitiveness.