INVESTMENT ANALYST SAN FRANCISCO

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1 2 INVESTMENT ANALYST SAN FRANCISCO The Australian Trade Commission Austrade contributes to Australia's economic prosperity by helping Australian businesses, education institutions, tourism operators, governments and citizens as they: win productive foreign direct investment; develop international markets; promote international education; strengthen Australia's tourism industry; and seek consular and passport services We achieve this by generating market information and insight, promoting Australian capabilities, developing policy, making connections through an extensive global network of contacts, leveraging the badge of government offshore and providing quality advice and services. Specifically, we: Help Australian companies to grow their business in international markets, including through administration of the Export Market Development Grants (EMDG) scheme and the TradeStart program. Provide coordinated government assistance to attract and facilitate productive foreign direct investment (FDI) into Australia. Promote the Australian education sector in international markets and assist Australian education providers with market information. Provide advice to the Australian Government on its trade, tourism and investment policy agenda. Develop policy, manage programs and provide research to strengthen Australia's tourism industry and to grow Australia's tourism market share. Deliver Australian consular, passport and other government services in designated overseas locations. Manage the Building Brand Australia program to enhance awareness of contemporary Australian skills and capability and enrich Australia's global reputation. For further details: To read more about Austrade, please click here and for more on the Executive Group & Austrade s organisational chart, please click here. Page 1 of 5

2 Title: Investment Analyst Position Number: 1503 Division, Unit, Location: International Operations, Established Markets, San Francisco Level: AOPL3 Please note that this position will be filled under local employment conditions. Term: Ongoing Role: This position is a part of a team of investment managers involved in attracting productive Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) to Australia. The role involves: proactive identification of companies with the potential to invest in Australia in priority industries, undertaking corporate analysis to understand their decision making processes and growth strategies, tracking trends in key subsectors to support the business case for investment, preparing detailed presentations and materials for individual companies which present a compelling value proposition for investment, and working with colleagues in North America across management teams to support with investment enquiries, promotional campaigns and company targeting The position requires a highly motivated team member fluent in written and spoken English. The role demands experience in corporate analysis, preferably in an international environment, preparation of presentations and understanding of sophisticated research methodologies. The successful applicant will also have good marketing and networking skills as well as a proactive style of communication. Duties: Proactively identify, analyse and track potential corporate investors in priority industries across North America. This will involve preparation of target lists of potential investors, analysis of their decision making processes and expansion drivers and development of tailored value propositions for individual companies Prepare presentations on topics including the benefits of investing in Australia Capture market insights into trends in particular industry subsectors and report on these back to Australia Develop and maintain extensive business and industry networks in the USA and in Australia. This could include other Australian government agencies and State government offices, as well as key local government officials and allies such as industry associations, regional development groups and professional service providers which will help deliver on the outcomes required of the role Actively apply Austrade business practices and maintain accuracy of information in all Austrade Business Systems to deliver accurate and timely reporting and effective relationship management Contribute to knowledge creation within Austrade, by adopting information practices, sharing knowledge and information and by embracing best practice and development opportunities Work collaboratively within the Austrade network to contribute to service delivery and achieve desired outcomes, while upholding the APS Values and Code of Conduct and work health & safety principles Page 2 of 5

3 Selection Criteria Assessment The selection criteria highlight the essential components (skills, experience and qualities) that are required to perform in the role effectively. You will be asked to respond to specific assessment questions through the online application form. Your answers will be used to assist the Selection Panel in assessing your application. Your answers will form part of the overall assessment and are essential for you to demonstrate how your skills and experience support you as a suitable candidate for the role. Applicants who do not answer the on line application questions as requested are unlikely to be considered for a position with Austrade. Selection Criteria: 1. Demonstrated track record of research and corporate analysis preferably in an international business environment and knowledge of the latest research and analysis tools available. 2. Excellent written communication and presentation skills, including the ability to capture and present information tailored to the needs of different audiences, such as senior company representatives and Australian Government policy managers. 3. Proven ability to identify and utilise a business and industry network to help achieve results, preferably in an international context. 4. Understanding of the benefits of FDI and the capacity to understand and promote Australia s competitive advantage, government policy and business support programs. 5. Good marketing skills including ability to prepare marketing materials manage website content and organise events. 6. Experience in working successfully within a team environment with people from different cultural backgrounds located in a decentralised network across different time zones and ability to proactively engage with other team members in the USA and Australia. 7. Highly developed time management skills and proven experience of working independently and using initiative to prioritise work and deliver on expected outcomes within tight timeframes. Assessment Applications will be assessed by a Selection Panel and a shortlist established for interview. Once interviews are held an offer will be made to the applicant considered as most suitable for the role (anticipated within 4 weeks of the closing date for applications). Unsuccessful applicants who have been invited to an interview will be advised by . Page 3 of 5

4 Ongoing employment Ongoing employment with Austrade will be offered for this position. General Information Salary This position is at Austrade Overseas Performance Level (AOPL) 3. AOPL3 Commencement salary is $65,389 USD per annum (gross). Salary advancement to Standard Salary level ($68,831 gross per annum) can be approved after six months of service, subject to a positive performance appraisal. Please note that this position will be filled locally, under local employment conditions. Mandatory Requirements: Education: - Minimum Bachelor level relevant tertiary qualification, (for example but not limited to International Business/Economics/Marketing or industry-related disciplines). Language Proficiency: - Applicants must be fluent in written and spoken English. Shortlisted applicants may be first tested by telephone prior to Austrade committing to interview. Desirable: - Industry knowledge in one or more of Austrade s priority sectors. Residency and Work Permit: - Applicants must have work authorisation in the US. Equal Employment Opportunity Austrade offers equal employment opportunity conditions. Background information Austrade encourages applicants to visit our website to obtain background information about Austrade, its role as the Australian Government s trade promotion agency and its services to business. Contacts For assistance with the online recruitment system contact [email protected] The Australian Trade Commission in San Francisco will not accept phone calls or inquiries regarding the application process. Only candidates who complete their application in Austrade s online recruitment system will be considered. Page 4 of 5

5 How to apply Access the application form online - Applications are to be lodged via Austrade s on line recruitment system via Once you have registered, confirming that you meet the requirements for the position, and entered the application form you will be asked to provide some information. Applicant Details - Introductory section containing your contact information. Assessment Questions - Your responses will assist the selection panel in assessing your claims against the selection criteria. Please provide sufficient detail about your level of experience, skills and knowledge in your response by giving examples from your past experience (education, voluntary or in work) demonstrating how you successfully carried out a similar task or responsibility. Please be brief and limit your responses to approximately 200 to 400 words. Employment History - When completing the most recent employment details please note that you should provide only a brief statement as to the employer s industry and your duties. The amount of text entered will be limited by the system. The form does not require information about other (previous) employers. This should be included in your resume. Reference Details - Please include details of two referees we may contact for a reference. Education and Languages - Again please be brief and only include relevant qualifications. The amount of text you can enter will be limited by the system. Further information can be provided as part of your resume. Attach your resume - Once you have completed the required form fields please ensure that you attach your resume and up to three additional documents if you wish. IMPORTANT: Applications Close at 11:30pm on Monday, 22 June 2015 (San Francisco time) Also please note Austrade's online recruitment system automatically locks-out applicant access at the advertised Job Close time and date Applicants should download all information prior to the position closing. Once the vacancy has closed for applications, you will not be able to access the information Video conference and telephone interviews are often used by Austrade when selecting candidates Page 5 of 5