Economic Development Officer

Company description:

Here at CBCity
The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council's in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 21 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents

Job description:

The Role
A rewarding opportunity has become available for an Economic Development Project Officer to join our City Marketing and Investment Team. The opportunity will see you develop and implement strategies, initiatives, and innovation programs to promote the economic growth of the City of Canterbury Bankstown in line with Council's Economic Development Strategy, Night Time Economy Action Plan, and other relevant strategies.

This position will implement strategies to enable and encourage relevant groups, and other interested and affected parties, to actively participate in dealing with specific issues, as well as the future strategic of the City

*This opportunity will be offered on a permanent full-time basis

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Develop strategic partnerships with high level internal and external stakeholders in order to manage customer relations, deliver projects and effective project management of projects
• Develop and deliver projects and business events that promote innovative Economic Development, grow our Night Time Economy, employment creation and skills enhancement
• Prepare project plans that detail required resources and establish effective budgeting, reporting and monitoring.
• Review and report on economic data analytics, providing reports, analysis and insights on relevant projects as required.
• Research and data analysis of business, industry and labour market trends
• Development of innovation and entrepreneurial programs with key stakeholders
• Consult with and seek input from companies, government departments and local and regional Economic Development agencies in relation to the Economic Development, employment creation and skills enhancement issues

*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have:

• Tertiary qualifications (University Degree) in Digital Media, Marketing, Economics or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience using EDM platforms
• Demonstrated experience in data analysis
• Demonstrated ability to exercise high levels of autonomy, while at the same time working effectively in a team-based environment that is outcomes focused
• Effective project management skills
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across all levels of an organisation, with key stakeholders and with members of the community.
• Digital savvy and an interest in new digital and technology trends
• Strong customer liaison skills & experience

The salary range for this opportunity ranges from $87,786 (Grade G, Step 1) to $94,636 (Grade G, Step 3) + 11% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.

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What's on offer

• An Attractive Remuneration Package.
• Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• Permanent Full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Suzie Djordjevic on 0414 191 *** or email ***************@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now' button and create a login using your email address and upload a:

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close on Sunday, 21 April 2024.

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at ***********@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.