Economic Development Officer – Fixed Term Full Time

The City of Joondalup takes pride in being a Local Government that has been internationally recognised for providing outstanding services to the local community. To continue to set the standard in WA Local Government for innovative services and programs, we are seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic employees who will be committed to making a positive contribution to the City and its community. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICER – FIXED TERM FULL TIME Salary: $91,115 – 96,648 per annum Plus up to 14.5% superannuation (conditions apply) Fixed Term: Approximately 11 months , FULL TIME – up to 20 December 2024 Ref No: 24-016 The City of Joondalup’s Economic Development activities play a key role in transitioning Joondalup from an economy supported by population growth to one driven by business investment, innovation and entrepreneurship. The City is seeking an Economic Development Officer to provide high-level specialist advice and implement the City’s ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT strategies and plans within the areas of digital technology, innovation and business support and capacity building. To support economic sustainability and diversification the City has a strong focus on growing the digital economy in Joondalup through industry development and business capacity building.  The Economic Development Officer will lead such initiatives and play a key role in the facilitation of industry clusters and business capacity building. Applicants need to provide a covering letter addressing the following: Tertiary qualification in related discipline such as Economics, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Marketing or equivalent relevant experience. Experience in the development, administration and management of complex projects and events. Experience in managing competing stakeholder expectations and building effective relationships. Further information can be obtained by calling Luke Willcock, Manager Economic Development and Advocacy on 9400 4665. To apply, please click on the 'Apply' button above, and submit your resume and a covering letter addressing the above criteria. Applications close at 11.55pm on Monday 19 February 2024 The City of Joondalup is committed to diversity and inclusion within all organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. The City encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, people of all ages, sexualities and genders to apply for this position. All employees and prospective employees of the City of Joondalup are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed. JAMES PEARSON Chief Executive Officer Canvassing of Elected Members will disqualify applicants.
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