Economic Development Lead

Careers at Council; Campbelltown; Hybrid; AUD 127,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Health and wellbeing programs

Generous leave entitlements

Staff benefits

Job summary

Campbelltown City Council seeks an Economically driven Lead to steer place-based growth across the Campbelltown LGA. You will design and deliver programs supporting local business, attract investment and build a resilient workforce with partners across education and government.

As part of the Social Outcomes and Place team, you’ll influence planning, infrastructure, events and policy, ensuring communities are heard and local potential unlocked.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification (or extensive work experience) in planning/economics/public policy.
• Experience planning, delivering, evaluating economic development projects/policies.
• Strong written/verbal communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop economic development policies.
• Provide strategic advice on development matters.
• Lead business engagement and capability-building programs.
• Drive activation initiatives with stakeholders and partners.
• Conduct economic research to inform council strategies.

Skills

Economic development

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Policy development

Project management

Education

Undergraduate degree in land use planning, urban/regional planning, economics, economic development, business, public policy, geography or related

Tools

PowerBI

GIS mapping

CRM systems

Economic data systems

Job description

• Permanent full-time position, working 35 hours per week
• Salary from $127,105.97 to $137,584.01 per annum + 12% superannuation
• Generous leave provisions plus flexible work arrangements

About us:

We are not your usual, we are upbeat, resourceful and determined. Our staff and community are at the core of what we do, looking for ways to work together and support each other. Naturally welcoming, we share good-natured humour and positivity. We aim to inspire a sense of possibility and create opportunities for all by rolling up our sleeves. Our workplace is agile and flexible, keeping ahead of the times. Be a part of it, let’s get something started.

About the role:

We’re looking for a strategic and community-minded Economic Development Lead to drive place-based economic growth across the Campbelltown LGA. This role will lead the design and delivery of programs that support local business, attract investment, and build a resilient workforce. You’ll work across Council and with industry, education and government partners to shape a future-ready economy that puts people and place at the centre.

This role sits within the Social Outcomes and Place team, a high impact cross functional group at the heart of Council’s strategic direction. We shape decisions, programs and projects to ensure people love where they live, feel reflected in the spaces around them and are genuinely heard. Our work spans placemaking, precinct activation, economic development, community outcomes and social planning, with influence across planning, infrastructure, events and policy. We are here to connect people to place, unlock local potential and make sure every initiative reflects the values and voices of Campbelltown.

In This role you will:

• Lead and develop relevant economic development policies
• Provide strategic advice and direction on economic development related matters
• Lead business engagement, including but not limited to business workshops and capability-building programs.
• Lead activation initiatives, including stakeholder engagement, and reporting.
• Undertake economic research and analysis to inform Council strategies and direction.
• Develop and implement workforce development strategies in collaboration with education and industry partners.
• Manage and maintain economic development databases and business engagement records.
• Provide expert commentary on Development Applications (DAs) and Planning Proposals (PPs) from an economic lens.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with the local Chamber of Commerce and business networks.
• Represent Council in regional forums and cross-sector partnerships.
• Identify and respond to emerging business and industry needs, adapting programs and priorities accordingly.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following key skills and attributes:

• Tertiary qualifications (undergraduate degree minimum) in land use planning, urban or regional planning, economics, economic development, business, public policy, geography, or a closely related discipline; and/or relevant extensive work experience
• Demonstrated expertise in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of economic development projects/programs, policies or strategies.
• Demonstrated experience and technical capacity in one or more of the following: land-use planning
• Experience in stakeholder engagement, particularly with small businesses, developers, educational institutions, business advocacy groups and Chambers of Commerce, to ensure inclusive and locally relevant outcomes.
• Proven ability to conduct high-level economic analysis, market and land use studies, data analysis, and strategic planning to inform Council policy and project decisions
• Demonstrated experience and technical capacity in one or more of the following: land-use planning,
• Economic development strategy, employment lands strategy, economic profiling and development assessment, with ability to provide professional advice on DAs, PPs, planning and policy documents
• Outstanding written and verbal communication, analytical, facilitation and negotiation skills, with demonstrated ability to engage credibly with business, community, government and technical stakeholders, including the local chamber of commerce.
• Minimum Class C Driver’s Licence and ability to attend external meetings/events/sites across the Campbelltown LGA.
• Experience in designing and delivering business workshops, skills development programs.
• Skills in database management, economic data systems, and digital analysis tools (e.g., PowerBI, mapping/GIS, business CRM platforms), with capability in the collection, reporting, and interpretation of economic information.
• Knowledge of, and compliance with, all relevant legislation, planning/policy frameworks, Council/Local Government Award and the LGNSW Capability Framework.
• Ability to work flexibly, with high levels of initiative, autonomy, and time management, balancing multiple priorities and adapting to new business and industry/employer needs as Council priorities shift.
• Minimum Class C Driver’s Licence and ability to attend external meetings/events/sites across the Campbelltown LGA.
• Commitment to living our values of respect, integrity, teamwork, trust and optimism. It is through respect, integrity and teamwork that we build trust and create optimism for Campbelltown’s future.

As a member of our friendly and passionate team, you’ll receive:

• Permanent full-time position with flexible work arrangements
• Salary from $127,105.97 to $137,584.01 per annum + 12% superannuation
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A collaborative, purpose-driven team culture
• Access to health and wellbeing programs, including fitness passport
• Generous leave entitlements and staff benefits

Key contact: For further information on this position, please contact Luke Bonnell – Coordinator Social Outcome & Place, on 02 4645 4***.

Campbelltown City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values the unique contributions of all people. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.

We are committed to acting in the best interest of the children in our community. We believe children have the right to be safe, listened to and respected. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and will take allegations very seriously, responding quickly and consistently in line with our policies and procedures. We aim to provide a safe space for all children, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, children who identify as LGBTIQA+, and children with disability.