High Level Representation Role
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Challenging New Start Up Position
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The NSW Department of Trade and Investment, Regional Infrastructure and Services, a NewSouth Wales (NSW) Government agency, delivers programs and services that support the Government’s commitment to winning business for NSW, and developing the capacity and productivity of the State’s economy. We work to attract significant investment projects and other business opportunities that have the potential to benefit the NSW State economy and promote Sydney and NSW internationally.

 
As part of an exciting phase of international development, we are seeking to appoint a highlevel person to represent us in the United States. The role will be based in San Francisco fromJanuary 2012 focusing on digital media, services and applications, information & communication technologies, clean technology and the health & medical services sectors.

 
Reporting to the Director, International Operations, Investment & Export Services Division,(located in Sydney), this role will be instrumental in strengthening NSW’s international business presence and developing market and trade opportunities. Building and leveraging strategic relationships with key business and trade connections will be critical, as will identifying suitable inbound investment and other business opportunities for NSW. This position may also assist with key Ministerial visits or flagship projects such as G’Day USA.

 
The successful applicant will have a degree in a relevant discipline with a track record of achieving results and have active networks in commercial and government agencies (USA). An understanding of the NSW business environment is an advantage. We are looking for a person who is a self starter, has excellent communication and interpersonal skills and are able to work with management and government officials at the highest levels.

 
The successful applicant will be employed on an individual contract in compliance with local conditions. Remuneration package commensurate to skills and experience in the vicinity of US$150,000 will be offered.
For further information, please contact Gary Offner, Director International Operations,Investment & Export Services: gary.offner@industry.nsw.gov.au

 
Information Packs: Cheryl.nicholas@business.nsw.gov.au

 
Closing date for application 5.00pm (US Pacific Time) Tuesday 1 November 2011.