Economic Development Coordinator

Mudgee, New South Wales

Contract

Description

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Economic

Development super star to join Mid-Western Regional Councils progressive and

innovative Economic Development Team.

As the Mid-Western Region continues to grow and prosper,

Council is seeking a temporary full-time (1 year duration) Economic Development

Coordinator to drive the development and implementation of the Regional

Economic Development Strategy, including supporting investment attraction and

ensuring critical issues such as workforce, housing and social infrastructure

are addressed whilst the local region grows.

This role will focus on developing strategic partnerships

with government and industry to capitalise on the opportunities of the

renewable energy sector in the region and surrounds. You will manage multiple

relationships with renewable energy proponents to ensure the best outcomes for

the local community and economy. Your investment attraction experience will see

you provide recommendations and support for the development of new industries

in the region and support for those to expand.

If you do not already live here, Mudgee provides many

reasons to relocate with great lifestyle benefits and the opportunity to escape

the hustle and bustle of city life. The regions community is welcoming and

friendly, which is why the region has become a popular location for

professionals who have had enough of traffic jams, congestion and long work

hours.

What Council Can Offer

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience plus 12% superannuation
• 19-day month
• Continual Professional Development
• Mobile phone, Laptop
• Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements, including the opportunity to work from home
• Access to Relocation assistance, Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program
  
  

To be successful in this role you will have

• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Marketing, Economics or other relevant field
• Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering projects that promote economic development and/or business investment
• Demonstrated experience in developing strategies, policies and business plans
• A minimum 5 years experience in a similar role
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and liaise with community representatives, levels of government and the private sector, including the capacity to identify, establish and develop relationships with key stakeholders
• Demonstrated strategic thinking, analytical and investigative skills, including the ability to research and prepare statistical reports
• Well-developed computer skills, in particular a high level of competency in MS Office
• Proven ability to manage own varied workload balancing competing tasks
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information and maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety responsibilities and a commitment to attending relevant WHS training
• Class C drivers licence
  
  

Please note - you must address the selection

criteria contained in the online questionnaire for your application to be

considered.

Mid-Western Regional Council is an equal opportunity

employer that values diversity. Applicants must be eligible to work in

Australia to apply for any positions at Council.

Closing Date

Applications close on 18 July at 11:59pm. Interviews may be conducted with suitable candidates before the closing date, and the position may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

Further Information Can Be Obtained From

Michele Mini, Economic Development Manager (02) 6378 2802

Kim Stanton, HR Specialist (02) 6378 2943

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