Industry Partnerships and Programs Coordinator

East Gippsland Shire Council; Bairnsdale; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid office/WFH options

Flexible start/finish times

7- or 9-day working fortnight option

Job summary

East Gippsland Shire Council in Bairnsdale, VIC, seeks an experienced Industry Partnerships and Programs Coordinator to drive targeted economic development across East Gippsland. The role focuses on strengthening business capability, coordinating partnerships, and delivering practical initiatives that support local industries.

You will manage program governance, budgets and reporting while collaborating with industry bodies, government agencies and local businesses to respond to regional needs.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering and evaluating economic development programs.
• Ability to coordinate industry, government and regional stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Proven ability to build productive partnerships across sectors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver targeted economic development programs for local businesses and priority industries.
• Build and maintain partnerships with industry, government and regional stakeholders.
• Coordinate consultants and service providers to deliver program outcomes.
• Manage program budgets, procurement, contracts, risks and milestones.
• Monitor and evaluate program outcomes and prepare reports for continuous improvement.

Skills

Partnership development

Program coordination

Economic development

Stakeholder engagement

Budget and procurement management

Education

Degree or diploma in a relevant field

Job description

Industry Partnerships and Programs Coordinator

East Gippsland Shire Council – Bairnsdale VIC

Why join the Economic Development team atEast Gippsland Shire Council?

Strengthen local industry. Build business capability. Shape East Gippsland's economic future.

East Gippsland Shire Council is seeking an experienced and proactive Industry Partnerships and Programs Coordinator to play an important role in strengthening our regional economy, supporting local businesses and building the capability, productivity and resilience of our priority industries.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on developing partnerships, coordinating meaningful programs and turning economic development priorities into practical initiatives that deliver tangible outcomes for local businesses and industry.

Working at the intersection of industry, government and regional development, you will help deliver targeted programs that support business growth, encourage industry diversification and contribute to a sustainable and resilient regional economy.

We Are East Gippsland Shire

EastGippsland is a natural playground with over 21,000 square km of land includinghigh country, nine national parks, two significant marine parks, Australia'slargest navigable inland lake system and stunning coastlines included!

EastGippsland Shire Council is a large regional council covering 10% of Victoria.With a workforce of over 600 passionate community members, EGSC offerschallenging and rewarding skills development and the ability to work with arange of teams across a range of locations.

Aunique blend of nature, culture, and recreational opportunities, East GippslandShire is a captivating destination for those looking to broaden their skillswhilst enjoying an enviable lifestyle.

About the role

In this role, you will develop, coordinate and evaluate targeted economic development programs that strengthen business capability, productivity, resilience and industry diversification across East Gippsland.

You will work closely with industry bodies, government agencies, regional organisations, specialist service providers and local businesses to identify opportunities, address industry challenges and deliver coordinated initiatives that respond to local needs.

With a strong focus on program governance, evaluation and continuous improvement, you will manage program budgets, contracts, milestones and reporting requirements, ensuring initiatives are well-planned, evidence-based and deliver measurable outcomes.

This role offers a high level of professional autonomy, providing the opportunity to take ownership of assigned programs, build productive partnerships and contribute to the delivery of Council's broader economic development priorities.

This is a full time, limited tenure position until May 2028 and is based in Bairnsdale. While hybrid work flexibility is available, this role cannot be completed living outside of the region - an ongoing expectation of working from the office at least three days per week applies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver targeted economic development programs that strengthen local businesses and priority industries.
• Build and maintain productive partnerships with industry, government and regional stakeholders.
• Coordinate consultants and service providers to deliver agreed program outcomes.
• Manage program budgets, procurement, contracts, risks and milestones to ensure effective delivery.
• Monitor and evaluate program outcomes, prepare reports and recommendations, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

We're looking for someone who is:

• Skilled in coordinating and delivering industryor business support programs from planning through to evaluation;
• Committed to strengthening business capability,industry diversification and sustainable economic growth across East Gippsland;
• Confident facilitating collaboration acrossmultiple sectors, agencies and service providers;
• Experienced in building productive partnershipswith industry, business, government and regional stakeholders;
• Capable of managing program budgets,milestones, documentation and reporting.

You will bring:

• Demonstrated experience delivering and evaluating economic development, industry or government-funded programs.
• Experience managing consultants, contracts, budgets, procurement and program outcomes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and strategic thinking skills.
• Proven ability to build partnerships and collaborate with government, industry and regional stakeholders.
• Sound program governance, financial management and communication skills.
• A relevant degree or diploma, or equivalent professional experience.

Why East Gippsland?

• A diverse, resilient region with priority industries spanning energy, health, food, forestry, tourism and agribusiness
• Genuine opportunity to make a difference in a place‑based, community‑focused council
• An enviable lifestyle - from coast to alpine, with strong communities and connection to place
• A values‑driven organisation that supports flexible work and inclusive employment

We offer:

Work-Life Balance:

• 60/40 Hybrid office/WFH options
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Flexible start and finish times
• Extra time off over Christmas
• Discounted memberships to our Recreation Centres
• Annual leave loading paid as a lump sum in December!
• Banded salaries with built in yearly increases!
• 17 weeks paid parental leave pro rata
• Additional special leave available for chronic health conditions and other special needs
• Learning and Development team to keep your skills up to date and give you the opportunity to develop your career!
• Employee Assistance Program offering counselling support when you need it
• Staff consultative committee - management consult staff on big decisions

If successful, you will need to undertake apolice check. You must also be legally entitled to work in Australia.

Applications close at 11.45pm on Sunday 29 November 2026.

Questions?

Contact Melissa Johnston, Industry and Workforce Development Lead on 03 5153 9***

East Gippsland Shire Council is committed tobeing a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports flexible andaccessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with adisability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identifyas LGBTIQA+, gender diverse people, religiously, culturally and linguisticallydiverse people and people of any age.

East Gippsland Shire Council is committed toupholding the Child Safe Standards and has a zero tolerance for child abuse andharm. To uphold the standards a valid working with children check is required to be held for applicable positions.