Address- Maternity Leave Cover 12 Months – 35 hours per week
- Salary: $101,318 - $116,516 plus 11% Superannuation
About Us
Waverley is a diverse and innovative Council located in the heart of Sydney's Eastern Suburbs. With a broad range of services, programs and initiatives, Waverley is one of the leading local government areas in NSW. Taking in some of Sydney's most beautiful beaches including the world famous Bondi Beach, and encompassing part of Sydney's global economic corridor at Bondi Junction, Waverley Council is an amazing place to broaden your career.
The Role
The purpose of this role will be to support the organization in a technical and strategic capacity relating to Economic Development. This position utilizes a variety of technical, research and analytical skills that relate to initiatives that support local businesses and the organisation. The Strategist will achieve this through technical and strategic project delivery of Council led projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Research, develop and deliver strategies that respond to the needs of the local business community while aligning with the organisation's goals.
- Establish and/or maintain strategic working relationships with key stakeholders, both internally and externally, including industry groups and government agencies.
- Deliver qualitative and quantitative research findings that support Council projects across the organisation, including local economic analysis, business data analysis, etc.
- Manage business databases and data platforms, and undertake regular data management.
- Support the organisation, executive, business community with the grant management, policy, process, grants platform, and workshops.
About You
- Degree qualification (Planning, Economic Development, Business, Community Development, or related fields)
- Demonstrated ability to undertake qualitative and quantitative research.
- Demonstrated experience with project delivery, stakeholder management that includes building and maintaining strong professional relationships.
- Commitment to equal employment opportunity, work health and safety, risk management, environmental protection and ethical conduct principles.
Please refer to the position description for detailed information on the position and required skills and experience. For more information contact Huy Huynh on 0481240***.
Benefits of Working at Waverley
- WFH 2 days a week
- Professional development opportunities
- Staff social club, weekly yoga and other fun staff activities
- Yearly flu shots, skin checks and annual health and wellbeing fair
- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
- Flexible working conditions, family friendly policies and other great employee benefits
Waverley Council is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all candidates. We encourage applications from people from diverse groups, including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people; people from culturally diverse backgrounds; young people; older workers; people with disabilities; LGBTQIA+; and other minority groups. If you require accommodations or assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our People and Culture team at **@waverley.nsw.gov.au
