Trade Officer, Clients and Industry Coordination (Melbourne)

Location: Melbourne
- CBD and Inner Metro suburbs Reference: VG/DJSIR/ A The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions is focused on growing Victoria’s prosperity, building the productive capacity of our economy and increasing participation – by creating more opportunities for people through skills and jobs; helping businesses and industries to thrive; and building vibrant communities and regions. Our work spans numerous portfolios, supporting departmental ministers and operating across metropolitan, regional and international offices. The Department welcomes and encourages applications from diverse applicants, including First Peoples, refugees or asylum seekers, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ people and people with disability. All roles at DJSIR can be worked flexibly and we offer reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities. Trade Officer, Clients and Industry Coordination
- Salary: $81,496
- $98,955 plus superannuation
- Work type: Fixed Term (June – December 2026)
- Usual hours of work: Full Time (flexibility may be available)
- Usual work location: Melbourne CBD (flexibility may be available) The Role The Trade Officer, Clients and Industry Coordination supports the delivery of the Government's trade‑related programs, contributing to initiatives that help Victorian businesses access global markets. This role is ideal for a highly organised and customer‑focused professional who thrives in a quick‑paced environment and can manage competing priorities and tight timeframes. You will work collaboratively across teams and with key stakeholders to support international trade projects, providing coordination across procurement, contract management, reporting and logistics. Your strong communication skills and proactive, can‑do attitude will enable you to effectively engage stakeholders, support program delivery and contribute to a wide range of activities across the division. Main Accountabilities
- Assess client needs and deliver services in complex situations to support trade programs.
- Identify and implement improvements to procedures within the work area.
- Draft communication materials and provide advice to stakeholders on key issues.
- Support delivery of projects of defined scope, including coordination and reporting.
- Undertake data analysis and contribute to research and studies within the team. The Team The position of Trade Officer, Clients and Industry Coordination forms a part of the Trade Team within the Industry, Trade and Investment Group. The Industry, Trade and Investment Group works with businesses locally and globally to grow jobs, drive innovation and enhance Victoria's international competitiveness. The Trade Team supports Victorian businesses to access global markets through trade strategy, policy, market insights and targeted trade initiatives, including inbound and outbound missions and engagement through the Victorian Government's international network. About You
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build relationships, respond to client needs and manage competing priorities.
- Sound data literacy and analytical capability, with the ability to interpret data and support decision‑making.
- Proven ability to coordinate and deliver projects, working collaboratively with others to achieve outcomes. Further Information For a confidential discussion, please contact Christos Gatsios, Senior Manager, CIC on 0413 539 944 or The Department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Talent Acquisition Team on 0472 875 685, or via email at with the position number in the subject line. Application Deadline: 14 May 2026, 23:59pm. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rv095