Economic Programs Coordinator

About the position

The purpose of the position is to manage Muswellbrook Shire Council’s economic development initiatives and contractual requirements.The position will be responsible for providing leadership to specialised teams and the effective day to day operations, budget and reporting requirements of Council grant and contractual projects to diversify the economy.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of Council’s economic development initiatives including the STEM Innovation Lab program, the MELT Advanced Manufacturing Centre contracts and other contractual and grant funded programs.
• Manage various specialised teams to deliver effective team performance to meet contractual requirements and organisational objectives.
• Engage and partner with internal and external stakeholders, business and other government departments and agencies to deliver project outcomes.
• Effectively plan and monitor annual budgets, including sourcing and managing sponsorship and grant funding, to deliver Operational Plan objectives.
• Collect, monitor, analyse and report on performance measures, in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Facilitate the communication and promotion of economic programs and activities.

About you

• Degree qualification in business, commerce or an equivalent combination of relevant contemporary experience and/or education/training
• Demonstrated high level application of contract/ project management practices to deliver multidisciplinary initiatives
• Proven experience effectively prioritising team tasks and manage conflicting demands in a high pressure, deadline driven environment
• Proven ability to collect, analyse information and prepare reports and presentations to inform sound decision making
• Demonstrated ability in managing relationships in in a government context
• Proven ability to control budgets including grant funding, reporting on success measures and program outcomes

What we offer

• Permanent full time, 35 hours per week
• Salary from $123,603 to $129,427 per year (depending on qualifications, skills and experience) plus 12% superannuation
• Training Courses + Professional Development
• Flexible work arrangements with access to Indoor Accrued Time (Flexi)
• 40% discount on yearly Aquatic and Fitness Centre membership for staff and families at local facility (conditions apply)
• Access to EAP program for employees and their immediate family

About Muswellbrook

Muswellbrook Shire Council is a progressive local government area, located under two hours from Newcastle and Tamworth and three hours from Sydney, in the beautiful Upper Hunter Valley.

The Shire has a long history in energy generation and is one of the largest coal mining areas in Australia. As we move towards a Net Zero economy, we are at the centre of renewable energy transition and innovation.

Working at Muswellbrook Shire Council, you will be part of driving change to create a bright and prosperous future for our community, in a location which has plentiful opportunities and an enviable lifestyle.

It is a great place to grow your career and be part of something bigger – we have space for you.

Further information and to apply

• For more information on this position please contact the hiring manager Shaelee Richards, Director Economic Investment on (02) 6549 3710.
• If you need assistance or an adjustment when submitting your application please contact Human Resources on (02) 6549 3700 or via email ***email_hidden***.
• To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Description. Please keep your responses concise. Any incomplete applications will not be considered past the closure date.
• Please note that as part of Muswellbrook shire Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.
• Applications close on 20 July 2026 at 11:59pm .

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