2014_Business Development Officer _Beijing_LES 4

Role Description
Role Title
Business Development
Officer
Salary
Range
CNY 120,044 to
CNY 127,545 per annum
Term
LES Contract
Contact
Name
Vera Zhou
Work Unit
Trade and Investment
Queensland – China
Contact
Details
+ 86 21 5292 9090
[email protected]
Location
Beijing, China
Closing
Date
5.00 pm 21 December 2014
Classification
Locally Engaged Staff (LES) Level 4
Role – Business Development Officer
Reporting to the Queensland Trade and Investment Commissioner - Shanghai, this
position promotes and supports Queensland industry and organisations in investment
and trade opportunities across a range of industries in the East Asia Region.
Duties
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Assist the business development team in supporting Queensland exporting companies by
undertaking market research.
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Liaise with companies and organisations in Queensland to assimilate information required
for market access and trade development.
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Assume responsibility for attraction activities, including the organisation and participation
in exhibitions and seminars and dealing with telephone enquiries.
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Maintain in-house and external computer databases to ensure access to data and
information on industry sectors/companies and individuals.
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Assist with business development promotional activities through co-ordination and
management of promotional functions/seminars/exhibitions.
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Oversee promotional literature stocks and maintain filing system.
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Provide first point of contact for general enquiries by telephone, in person and
correspondence.
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Provide administrative support to the Office Manager and Business Development team,
including compilation of regular reports.
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Assist Commissioner in the preparation for and support of programs for visits by the
Premier, Ministers, Parliamentary and business delegations.
Assessment
Your suitability for this role will be assessed on the basis of your experience, skills
and achievements in the following key attributes as they apply to the responsibilities
of the role. These capabilities are based upon the Queensland Public Service
Capability and Leadership Framework:
Shapes strategic thinking –
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Demonstrates an awareness of issues that may impact on designated work tasks.
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Sound knowledge of the Australian/Queensland economic, trade, investment and
business environment.
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Use established guidelines to determine what information should be conveyed to others
and keeps supervisor informed on work progress.
Achieves results –
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You monitor task progress against performance expectations and alert supervisor early
when work is behind schedule, making alternative arrangements.
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Demonstrated ability in undertaking Investment and Trade market research in overseas
markets.
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Ability in customer interface and the ability to assist in coordinating business development
and promotional activities.
Supports productive working relationships•
You build and sustain positive relationships with team members and clients and respond
under direction to changes in client needs and expectations.
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Ability to provide a high level of client service and work closely with team member to
achieve results, Operate as an effective member of a team.
Displays personal drive and integrity –
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You act professionally at all times and operate within the boundaries of Trade and
Investment Queensland processes and legal and public policy constraints.
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Demonstrated ability in undertaking Investment and Trade market research in overseas
markets by providing accurate advice and seeking assistance when needed;
Communicates with influence –
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You confidently present and structure written and oral communication in a clear and
concise manner.
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Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills, in particular, experience
in telephone work and compilation of reports.
About Trade and Investment Queensland
Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ) is a statutory body established under the Trade and
Investment Queensland Act 2013.TIQ is Queensland’s export and investment facilitation
agency. TIQ assists international companies to invest in Queensland and helps local
businesses to expand into new markets. TIQ is located across the globe and throughout
regional Queensland.
TIQ works closely with exporters to develop the required skills to enter overseas markets,
provide market intelligence and business connections, and offers in-market introductions
through targeted trade missions. TIQ also provides a suite of services to international
companies and key stakeholders to promote, attract and facilitate productive foreign direct
investment (FDI) into Queensland.
For further information about Trade and Investment Queensland visit: www.export.qld.gov.au
Additional information
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This is a Locally Engaged Staff (LES) position based in Beijing, China:
o terms and conditions of employment are determined by a contract of
employment compliant with local labour laws, and
o remuneration is in local currency.
Applicants must be fluent both in written and spoken English and Chinese.
Applicants must hold the requisite residential and work permits.
Travel both locally and internationally may be a requirement of this role.
Some after-hours work may be a requirement of this role.
No assistance will be provided with travel for take up duty, taxation, accommodation
or overseas living allowances.
It is desirable that applicants hold knowledge in one or more of the Queensland
Government’s key industry sectors (resources, construction, agriculture, tourism, and
education)
All roles within TIQ are subject to criminal history screening. To be considered for any
role applicants nominated for appointment will be required to provide written consent
to undertake the criminal history screening.
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Public sector employees appointed to the role will be required to:
o take leave without pay from the public sector for the duration of the contract;
o disclose any disciplinary action taken against them for serious misconduct;
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o disclose any previous employment as a lobbyist within the last two years.
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A two (2) month probation period may apply.
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Applications will remain current for 12 months.
How to Apply
For further information or a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact Ms Vera
Zhou, Shanghai Operations Manager on telephone + 86 21 5292 9090 or via email to
[email protected]
Please submit the following for the panel to assess your suitability:
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Your resume (CV) which outlines your previous work experience and any other
information relevant to this role, including contact details of two referees with a thorough
knowledge of your work performance and conduct. Please ensure that one of the
referees is your current or immediate past supervisor.
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A statement about how your knowledge, skills and experience meet the key attributes as
they apply to the responsibilities of the role (maximum of two pages).
Send your application via email to: [email protected]

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