Economic Development Lead - Flexible, Permanent Role

Council Jobs; Blacktown; In loco; AUD 115.000 - 144.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Permanent full-time role

Flextime arrangement

12% superannuation

Competitive leave entitlements

Ongoing training and development

Fitness Passport access

Wellbeing programs

Descrizione del lavoro

Blacktown City Council in New South Wales is seeking a strategic economic development professional to lead the development of the Council’s Economic Development Strategy, progress the 24-Hour Economy Plan and manage a team that turns research into practical action.

You will work with planning, urban design and heritage colleagues to respond to growth, support local employment and attract investment that benefits the community, while analysing data and preparing advice for senior leaders and

Competenze

• Experience in economic development, planning, policy, urban strategy or consulting.
• Ability to lead people, build partnerships and deliver practical outcomes.

Mansioni

• Analyse economic data and prepare advice for senior leaders and Councillors.
• Meet with businesses, education providers and government agencies.
• Facilitate workshops and develop funding proposals.
• Build relationships across Council and with external stakeholders.
• Advocate for government support and oversee projects.
• Coach staff and ensure delivery within resources.

Conoscenze

Economic development

Policy

Planning

Urban strategy

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Descrizione del lavoro

Blacktown City Council in New South Wales is seeking a strategic economic development professional to lead the development of the Council’s Economic Development Strategy, progress the 24-Hour Economy Plan and manage a team that turns research into practical action.

You will work with planning, urban design and heritage colleagues to respond to growth, support local employment and attract investment that benefits the community, while analysing data and preparing advice for senior leaders and