Business Development Officer

About TAFE Queensland

TAFE Queensland is the largest and most experienced Vocational Education and Training provider in Queensland, offering over 140 years of expertise. The institution delivers practical, industry-aligned education via campus, online, and workplace formats to equip students with career-lasting skills, thereby supporting communities and local economies.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Business Development Officer based primarily in Cairns to support regional business growth. Reporting to the Senior Business Development Officer, this permanent full-time role involves devising and executing business strategies aimed at increasing the region's market share and revenue through diverse education, training, and consultancy offerings.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify client needs and industry trends through varied outreach including face-to-face meetings to uncover new commercial business opportunities.
• Lead marketing initiatives for commercial training programs, promoting the region as a premium educational and consultancy provider.
• Collaborate with management and educational teams to convert leads into commercial sales using strategic sales approaches.
• Monitor client activity, competitor products, market trends, and business outcomes and manage sales pipelines effectively.
• Prepare proposals, tenders, project plans, and financial quotations accurately, ensuring compliance with legislative and policy standards.
• Present commercial proposals to clients collaboratively with educational teams to effectively market TAFE’s products.
• Contribute to regional strategic objectives by delivering growth, stakeholder engagement, and commercial results.
• Stay informed on financial performance and external influences impacting TAFE Queensland.
• Engage proactively with industry, business, and community stakeholders.
• Support quality policies by fostering a high-quality work environment consistent with documented quality systems.
• Drive cultural and transformational change, embodying values such as initiative, teamwork, customer focus, and accountability.

Required Qualifications and Conditions

• Possession of a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check) is mandatory for employment.
• You must hold a valid Queensland Driver's License.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Proven experience in research, proposal development, tendering, and financial quotation preparation within a professional or commercial environment.
• Demonstrated success in business development and key account management with evidence of meeting or surpassing sales targets.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills enabling innovative training program strategies aligned with client needs.
• Excellent written, interpersonal, and negotiation abilities facilitating effective liaison with diverse stakeholders.
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving business demands and collaborate effectively across teams to achieve results.

Highly Desired Competencies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel and Outlook.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Attention to detail coupled with outstanding organizational abilities.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit a detailed resume, a cover letter addressing the listed assessment criteria (up to two pages), and contact information for two referees including their current supervisor. Closing date for applications is 25 August 2026.

Additional Information

The location is primarily Cairns with potential assignments at other TAFE Queensland campuses. Employment is conditional on receipt of all relevant documentation and clearances.