20135094 Trade and Agribusiness Development Manager – Livestock Industries
20145014 Trade and Agribusiness Development Manager – Grains Industry
20145015 Trade and Agribusiness Development Manager – Irrigated Agriculture and Diversification
Directorate: As stated above (3 current vacancies)
Salary: Level 8 $121,625 – $132,105 pa PSGOGA
Location: South Perth
Tenure: 3 Year Fixed Term Contract
Seize the opportunity!
These newly created positions offer you an exciting opportunity to join an economic development agency to work in the priority areas of growing strong markets and trade development, with a commercial focus and global perspective that supports the agriculture and food sector in Western Australia.
Based in South Perth, taking on one of these three pivotal positions will allow you to contribute in one of the following areas:
· Livestock Industries
· Grains Industry
· Irrigated Agriculture and Diversification
You will be responsible for developing and fostering relationships, networks and alliances with industry participants and community stakeholders, investment professionals and strategic investors to build value chains to deliver business outcomes benefiting the Western Australian agriculture and food sector.
Your strong stakeholder management skills and business acumen will assist you to secure support from government, industry investors and in-market businesses. Your proven skills in managing and delivering complex multi-disciplinary projects, involving both the private and government sectors are crucial.
Strong technical, economic and commercial skills relevant to the agriculture and food sector with a successful track record developing strategies and implementing plans for stimulating business growth, facilitating investment attraction and ensuring strong corporate governance and risk management are essential for success in these positions.
Successful applicants for these positions will be required to undertake national and international travel.
Benefits of working for DAFWA: In addition to the salary offered, other benefits include superannuation, leave loading and access to salary packaging arrangements. Our Department is a progressive and innovative agency that offers family-friendly flexible working conditions and a place where personal and professional development is continuously promoted. Free parking and an active social club are further benefits of working for our Department.
Take advantage of this opportunity to work for a department that is committed to achieving a progressive, innovative and profitable agriculture and food sector that benefits Western Australia.
Location: South Perth. Western Australia has a relaxed outdoor lifestyle, diverse landscapes and climates. The capital city, Perth, is a modern city of 1.7 million people situated on the bank of the beautiful Swan River. Its population enjoys a Mediterranean climate. Perth was recently nominated as one of the 10 most liveable cities in the world.
Tenure: Fixed term opportunity for a period of three (3) years. Consideration may be given to offering a further term(s) or permanent appointment, subject to conditions.
Further Information: For more details about this position please contact Kevin Chennell, Executive Director Livestock Industries by phone (08) 9368 3554. Please do not contact Kevin for a Job Application Package.
How Do I Apply? Applicants are encouraged to apply online by visiting the WA Jobs Board website www.jobs.wa.gov.au and searching the position number (web search number). You can then click on the “Apply for Job” button at the top/bottom of the advertisement. You are required to submit a covering letter and curriculum vitae which outlines your suitability against the selection criteria stated in the Job Description Form (JDF). This document can be found attached to the advertisement on the WA Jobs Board website.
If you have a Directorate preference please indicate this in your covering letter, otherwise you will be considered for all three vacancies.
If you are having trouble downloading the attachments or wish to enquire about the process telephone (08) 9368 3338 or email recruitment@agric.wa.gov.au
Please Note: Suitable applicants, not recommended for the advertised position, may be considered for other permanent or fixed term opportunities in like positions and like locations during the next 12 months.
Late or pro forma applications will not be accepted.
Closing Date: Monday the 24th of March 5.00pm