Economic Development Officer

Moyne Shire; Port Fairy; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Moyne Shire Council is seeking an Economic Development Officer to support local businesses, strengthen the regional economy, and create opportunities for communities to thrive. You will work with businesses, industry and community partners to deliver projects that encourage investment and promote Moyne region.

Successful candidates will have a relevant degree, strong analytical and relationship skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Employee working with children check is required.
• Tertiary degree in business, management or marketing preferred.
• Several years' professional experience preferred, ideally in a small business environment.
• Experience in local government is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain effective relationships with local businesses, industry groups and community stakeholders.
• Provide responsive support that contributes to business growth and economic development outcomes.
• Research and analyse economic data to inform strategic planning and funding opportunities.
• Plan, prioritise and manage multiple tasks, working independently and with others to deliver outcomes on time.

Skills

Relationship building

Analytical skills

Report writing

Time management

Education

Business/Management/Marketing degree

Job description

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Parental leave coverage - 12 month full time position commencing

Join Moyne Shire Council as our next Economic Development Officer and help support local businesses, strengthen our regional economy and create opportunities for our communities to thrive. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside local businesses, industry and community partners to deliver projects that encourage investment, support business growth and promote the Moyne region as a great place to live, work and do business.

To be successful in this role you will need

Qualifications and experience

• Employee working with children check
• Tertiary degree level qualification in a business, management or marketing related discipline is preferred.
• Several years' professional experience preferred, ideally within a small business environment.
• Experience within local government is desirable, but not essential.

Key selection criteria 1

Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with local businesses, industry groups and community stakeholders, and provide responsive support that contributes to business growth and economic development outcomes.

Key selection criteria 2

Demonstrated research and analytical skills, including the ability to interpret economic data and prepare reports to inform strategic planning, decision-making and funding opportunities.

Key selection criteria 3

Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise and manage multiple tasks, work both independently and collaboratively, and deliver outcomes within agreed timeframes.

Applications that fail to address the above key selection criteria will not be considered for this position.

For more information

A full position description, the key selection criteria and information on how to apply can be found in the information package, or by requesting a copy from customer service on 1300 656 564.

For further information about the position or duties involved, please contact Jo Mackenzie, Economic Development and Tourism Coordinator on 0407 591 052 or [e-mail]

Postal applications

Confidential – Economic Development Officer
People and Culture Coordinator
Moyne Shire Council
PO Box 51
Port Fairy VIC 3284

Applications

Applications for this position close 10:00 AM, 02 November 2026Moyne Shire Council is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity