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Deputy Chief Executive Officer

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Overview

About Trade and Investment Queensland

Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ) is the Queensland Government’s dedicated global business agency for international investment and trade.

Our global teams are based in 27 locations across 18 international markets, and eight regional Queensland locations.

We connect Queensland to the world and the world to Queensland – driving global business opportunities.

What we do

We promote Queensland as an ideal location for trade, investment and talent.

We use our expertise, insights and global connections to help Queensland companies do business overseas.

We work with partner agencies, industry organisations and our international networks to attract global investment.

We are the global face of Queensland – a trusted partner.

Why Queensland

Queensland is positioned at the crossroads of the Asia Pacific, close to the world’s largest growth markets, affording us strong advantages as an investment destination.

Our dynamic and stable economy, highly skilled workforce, pro-business environment and advanced infrastructure offer businesses the best climate to expand and prosper.

Queensland is also the driving force behind export growth in Australia, with total merchandise exports accounting for about one-fifth of the nation’s total.

How we support exporters, investors and buyers

Insights: Market research and analysis.

Connections: Provide exporters with introductions to buyers, distributors, potential partners and service providers.
Trade Missions and Delegations: Organise and support inbound and outbound missions, meetings and events.
Investment attraction: Identify and connect investors with Queensland opportunities.
Export strategy development: Assist businesses to create a tailored export plan, including market selection and entry strategies.
Local support network: Provide access to regional advisors across Queensland.
Global network of offices: A presence in key international markets to provide on-the-ground support.
We can facilitate buying across major and emerging industries.

A day in the life: How our regional advisors support exporters and investors

No two days are the same when you're part of our regional team.

Join Tahnee Odorico, Trade and Investment Officer in Toowoomba, Darling Downs and South West, for a glimpse behind the scenes meeting with local businesses, building connections and helping sell Queensland to global markets.

Deputy Chief Executive Officer

Purpose of the role

The Deputy Chief Executive Officer (DCEO) is the agency’s most senior corporate executive and acts as the CEO’s primary deputy. This SES 3 (Low) role ensures TIQ runs with discipline, integrity, and delivery focus.

The DCEO leads TIQ’s corporate and operational functions — overseeing Finance, ICT, HR, Legal, Governance, Risk, Procurement, Strategy, and Performance. They manage the General Managers and Executive Directors across TIQ’s domestic and international footprint and ensure the agency meets its statutory obligations, strategic objectives, and budget commitments.

Working in full alignment with the CEO, the DCEO plays a central role in delivering the Queensland Government’s trade and investment priorities and shaping the systems that enable global impact.

Your contribution

(key responsibilities and accountabilities)

To be successful in this role, you will:

People Management

Partner with the CEO to lead the delivery of the Queensland Government’s Trade and Investment priorities and strategic direction.

Ensure Queensland is well positioned to benefit from free trade agreements, emerging markets and global megatrends affecting supply chains.
Lead TIQ’s corporate performance, budgeting, internal controls, compliance and reporting functions, providing regular advice to the Board and AFRMC.
Monitor and oversee risk management, legal compliance, and ethical operations in line with public sector standards.
Provide strong leadership to TIQ’s executive team (General Managers and Executive Directors), creating a high-performing, accountable and cohesive culture, by ensuring participation and oversight of Professional Development Agreements.
Ensure enterprise-wide alignment of people, systems and operations to TIQ’s Strategic Plan.

Programs and Project Management

Lead the delivery of TIQ’s key initiatives and projects to drive trade, investment and global engagement across priority sectors and regions.
Work in collaboration with Corporate Services teams and ELT to ensure the organisation has the systems, processes and workforce capability to implement strategy and adapt to change.
Oversee the delivery of internal transformation, digital uplift and operational reforms that support TIQ’s global mandate.
Support and promote innovation, efficiency, and good governance across all business units by ensuring senior leaders are accountable and responsible for the delivery of TIQ strategic and business objectives.

Policy and Economic Development

Provide quality policy advice on trade, investment, and global business issues to the CEO, Ministers, the Premier and senior government officials.
Demonstrate deep understanding of Queensland’s and Australia’s economic landscape, and how international relationships and investment attraction are critical to long-term prosperity.
Help shape whole-of-government strategies and implementation plans related to trade and economic development.
Bring insight into geopolitical dynamics, foreign investment trends, and regional economic strengths, ensuring policy and operational coherence.

Stakeholder Relationships

Build strong and trusted relationships across government and industry to ensure strategic alignment and maximise outcomes.
Lead partnerships with other Queensland departments, the Commonwealth, and international counterparts to advance investment attraction and trade growth.
Represent TIQ in intergovernmental forums, international delegations and ministerial briefings as required.
Contribute to the development of Queensland’s economy and jobs through trade and investment initiatives, regional engagement, and institutional collaboration.

The ideal candidate for this role

(key capabilities)

You will have:

Proven success as a senior executive in government or globally connected organisations, with experience leading large corporate and operational functions.
Executive-level experience within a state or federal government agency or strong understanding of public sector governance, budgeting, risk and compliance frameworks.
Deep knowledge of economic development, trade policy, investment attraction and Queensland’s sectoral strengths.
Strong international literacy — understanding the global business environment and Australia’s key trade and diplomatic relationships.
Demonstrated experience leading executive teams, managing organisational performance, and delivering reform across complex portfolios.
Outstanding communication, political judgement and stakeholder engagement skills, including working with Ministers, Boards and central agencies.
Personal integrity, resilience, and the ability to inspire, influence and drive results.

This role offers a salary in the range of $266k to $275k TFR, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Leadership Competencies

This role requires the leadership capabilities of an executive as outlined in the **Leadership competencies for Queensland**.
Be prepared to discuss / reflect on these behaviours in the event you are invited to attend an assessment interview.

Leadership Competencies for QLD

Position Description

To learn of the requirements and attributes of our ideal candidate for this position, we invite you to please download the full position description below.

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How to Apply

Requirements

To be considered, please provide the following information in your online application, for the assessment of your suitability:

A short (no more than two pages) statement focusing on:
- How you align with the core accountabilities outlined in the role statement
- Why you are the best suited person for this role
- How you could support our commitment to equity, diversity, respect and inclusion
Your current CV highlighting your relevant experience, qualifications, and achievements.

We are committed to assessing your suitability in a way that works for you.

For more information or assistance with your application, including options for adjustments, please reach out to us.

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