EL1 Economic Trade Program Advisor

• Initial 12 month non ongoing contract with extension
• Overseas travel required
• NV2 security clearance required

Our client, a well-established government department, is looking for an experienced EL1 Economic Trade Program Advisor to join their team.

Key Responsibilities
Support the implementation and delivery of the Program by:

Coordination and governance

• Provide secretariat support, including convening and coordinating Committees and sub-committees
• Ensure effective planning, documentation, and follow-up of key meetings and decisions

Stakeholder engagement

• Lead stakeholder consultations, including reporting, feedback loops, and follow-up actions
• Maintain regular engagement with business, industry reference groups, and government counterparts

Program delivery and support

• Design and deliver targeted capacity building and training activities
• Provide technical assistance to address implementation gaps
• Support alignment across program streams and contribute to joint initiatives (e.g. scoping, shared engagement, coordinated communications)
• Identify and manage program risks, including environmental and social safeguards
• Ensure compliance with relevant policies, standards, and fiduciary requirements

About You
We are seeking a candidate with:

• Experience in trade, investment, and/or development policy, with leadership across complex, multi-stakeholder programs
• Strong program delivery and coordination experience, including secretariat functions
• Proven risk management and fiduciary oversight experience (e.g. due diligence, grants, contracting)
• Experience working on Australia–Southeast Asia trade and/or development initiatives (entrepreneurship or commerce experience highly regarded)
• Willingness and ability to undertake travel to Indonesia

You must be an Australian Citizen to be considered for opportunities in the federal government. NV2 security clearance is mandatory.


To apply
Apply with a simple Word version of your resume and cover letter detailing your experience.