Strategic Economic Development Lead – Grow Communities

Jobs in Council; West Wyalong; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks leave

Flexible work arrangements

Nine-day fortnight

Career development

Corporate uniforms

Job summary

Jobs in Council invites a strategic economic development leader to turn big ideas into tangible community benefits across our region.

You will build influential partnerships with business, investors, government and community stakeholders, lead projects, secure funding and manage budgets to deliver measurable outcomes.

We offer a family‑based culture, a competitive salary with progression, five weeks annual leave, a 9‑day fortnight roster, flexible work arrangements and learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Economic development experience in regional contexts.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to lead projects and secure funding.

Skills

Economic development

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Project leadership

Funding acquisition

Job description

Jobs in Council invites a strategic economic development leader to turn big ideas into tangible community benefits across our region.

You will build influential partnerships with business, investors, government and community stakeholders, lead projects, secure funding and manage budgets to deliver measurable outcomes.

We offer a family‑based culture, a competitive salary with progression, five weeks annual leave, a 9‑day fortnight roster, flexible work arrangements and learning opportunities.