Education Business Development Manager

Position Number: JTS22056
Salary: A competitive salary package commensurate with experience
Work Type: Fixed Term, Full Time
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
Closing Date: 4:00 PM on Wednesday 22 July 2026 (AWST)

Join a department that’s powering Western Australia’s energy transition and building a bold, diverse economy for generations to come. At the Department of Energy and Economic Diversification (DEED), your work will help drive innovation, support local businesses, and position Western Australia on the global stage. If you're ready to make a real impact - this is where your next chapter begins.

About Invest and Trade Western Australia

Invest and Trade Western Australia is the Western Australian Government's 'front door' for investors and businesses. Through its Perth hub and global network of international offices, Invest and Trade Western Australia promotes trade, attracts investment, and supports Western Australian businesses to access international opportunities.

About the Role

Tenure: 2-year fixed term contract (full-time) with possibility of extension

Location:  Jakarta, Indonesia

Invest and Trade Western Australia is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Education Business Development Manager to represent and promote Western Australia’s education sector in Indonesia, with a focus on increasing the State’s profile as a leading study destination and highlighting its diverse education and training capabilities. Based in Jakarta, this role will strengthen education partnerships, support international student engagement, and contribute to trade and investment outcomes between Western Australia and Indonesia.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with Western Australian education and training providers, Indonesian government agencies, industry stakeholders and partner institutions to identify opportunities, build partnerships and support strategic education initiatives.
• Contribute to advancing Western Australia's international education objectives through stakeholder engagement, market intelligence, targeted promotional activities and business development.
• Support inbound and outbound visits involving education sector stakeholders, Ministers and Western Australian Government representatives.
• Lead the development and delivery of initiatives aligned with Western Australia's international engagement priorities, including activities under the Western Australia–East Java Sister-State relationship and the Western Australia–East Java University Consortium (WAEJUC).

This position is based in Jakarta, Indonesia and does not attract a relocation package. To be considered candidates must currently reside in Indonesia and have valid working rights.

As a locally engaged staff member, you will be employed through an Employer of Record (EOR), which acts as on behalf of the Department. Your employment will be governed by conditions of service that comply with Indonesian labour laws.

Further information about the role requirements and the expected leadership behaviours can be found in the attached Job Description Form. Assessment of leadership behaviours may be included in the recruitment process.

How to apply

To apply, click ‘Apply for Job’ at top or bottom of this page and follow the prompts. Please submit the following:

• A covering letter (two pages maximum) demonstrating your skills and experience in relation to the requirements outlined in the Job Description Form.
• A current CV detailing your skills, work history and key achievements. Please include contact details of two referees – ideally including your current or most recent line manager.

Interested in more information?

For information regarding this position, you are encouraged to contact Bryce Green, Investment and Trade Commissioner (Indonesia) at bryce.green@deed.wa.gov.au

To learn more about what we do and how to prepare your application, please refer to the Applicant Information Pack.

Supporting diversity and inclusion

As an equal opportunity employer, the department is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

If you have any communication or access needs and require adjustments to take part in the application process, please contact International HR: internationalhr@deed.wa.gov.au 

We are committed to providing a fair and supportive recruitment experience for everyone.

Additional job information

Applications must be submitted online prior to the closing date and time specified in the job advertisement. To avoid any last-minute system issues, we recommend submitting your application well ahead of the closing time. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Applicants deemed suitable may be considered for appointment to similar roles within the department for up to 12 months following the completion of this recruitment process.

Closing Date: Your application must be submitted online prior to the closing date and time – 4:00pm WST on Wednesday 22 July 2026