Economic Development Manager

NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is seeking a Clerk Grade 9/10 for a dynamic, regional-focused role in NSW. You will lead initiatives to attract investment, grow jobs, and foster regional prosperity by partnering with government, industry, and communities.

The role emphasizes data-driven insights, strategic program design, and strong stakeholder collaboration to support government priorities. Applications close 19 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in economic development, business engagement, or regional investment projects.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively across government, business, and community sectors to achieve shared goals.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and manage business and investment projects that drive economic growth, job creation, and export opportunities.
• Provide timely, data-driven insights and market intelligence to support decision-making and identify new opportunities for regional industries.
• Contribute to the design and delivery of strategies and programs that align with NSW Government commitments to regional development.
• Foster strong partnerships with State and Federal Government agencies, local councils, industry groups, and businesses to leverage growth initiatives.
• Prepare high-quality briefings, reports, submissions, and advice for senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Capture and share market intelligence to support continuous improvement and outcomes across the Department.

Skills

Economic development

Stakeholder management

Analytical communication

Job description

• 16 months, Temporary, ending 7 February 2028
• Location – Open to Regional NSW
• Clerk Grade 9/10, salary from 133,348 per annum plus super and leave loading

Diversity and inclusion are core DPIRD values. Everyone has the right to contribute and participate to their full potential. We are committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive culture that is respectful, welcoming and flexible – a workplace where our people feel supported, valued, and part of our collective success.

About the Role

In this dynamic and strategic role, you’ll lead initiatives to attract and retain businesses, boost investment, and grow jobs across regional NSW. You’ll work closely with government agencies, industry partners, and local stakeholders to identify opportunities that strengthen regional economies and advance the Government’s priorities for industry development and infrastructure growth.

What You’ll Do

• Identify, develop, and manage business and investment projects that drive economic growth, job creation, and export opportunities.
• Provide timely, data-driven insights and market intelligence to support decision-making and identify new opportunities for regional industries.
• Contribute to the design and delivery of strategies and programs that align with NSW Government commitments to regional development.
• Foster strong partnerships with State and Federal Government agencies, local councils, industry groups, and businesses to leverage growth initiatives.
• Prepare high-quality briefings, reports, submissions, and advice for senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Capture and share market intelligence to support continuous improvement and outcomes across the Department.

About You

You are passionate about regional prosperity and thrive on creating opportunities that deliver long-term benefits for communities and industries alike. You thrive on collaboration, have a strong understanding of economic drivers, and can turn ideas into actionable projects that deliver tangible results.

You’ll bring:

• Proven experience in economic development, business engagement, or regional investment projects.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively across government, business, and community sectors to achieve shared goals.

This is your chance to be part of something meaningful and shaping the economic future of regional NSW.

Applications close: Thursday, 19 November 2026 at 11:55pm

Additional Information

• The preferred candidate for this role maybe requiredto undergo reference checks, a national police check, bankruptcy check, healthassessmentand/or other assessments asrequired.

• A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same type that may arise within the next 18 months.

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to [e-mail] or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

About us

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects,supportsand develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans,vegetationand forests.

The department brings together:Local Land Services, NSW Resources, Agriculture and Biosecurity, Fisheries and Forestry and Regional Development and Delivery.

With the majority of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.