Strategic Economic Development Lead Regional Growth

Economic Development Australia Limited; Beaudesert; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Scenic Rim Regional Council in Beaudesert, QLD is seeking an Economic Development Officer to lead the implementation of development strategies, supporting business growth and investment across the Scenic Rim.

The role acts as a case manager for businesses seeking to establish or expand operations and delivers initiatives across economic development, investment attraction, workforce development, business and industry development, and marketing and promotion.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline or equivalent demonstrable experience.
• Experience delivering projects that drive quantifiable economic outcomes.
• Ability to work cooperatively with a range of organisations and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of Economic Development Strategy and related roadmaps to drive regional growth.
• Prepare progress reports and investment attraction initiatives with the Coordinator Economic Development.
• Serve as the primary Council contact for programs and liaise with chambers of commerce and other groups.

Skills

Economic development

Stakeholder engagement

Project delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Scenic Rim Regional Council in Beaudesert, QLD is seeking an Economic Development Officer to lead the implementation of development strategies, supporting business growth and investment across the Scenic Rim.

The role acts as a case manager for businesses seeking to establish or expand operations and delivers initiatives across economic development, investment attraction, workforce development, business and industry development, and marketing and promotion.