Job Description:
Your Opportunity:
We are seeking a skilled Principal Economic Development Officer to support responsible economic development and build liveable communities. As a member of the State Development team, you will connect industry, businesses, community, and government at all levels to create place-based solutions that leverage regional strengths and unlock sustainable growth.
* Key Responsibilities
* Proactively identify and lead economic development initiatives to drive regional growth.
* Analyse trends and develop proposals to support policy development relevant to regional services.
* Develop effective relationships with industry, government, peak industry bodies, and other key stakeholders to support delivery of regional outcomes.
* Represent the department at meetings and industry events, and on committees.
* Provide briefings, submissions, reports, and other documentation as required.
* Assist other team members and contribute to team outcomes.
* Your Team
* You will be part of a team making a difference by leading industry development and regional programs, aligned to the Department's strategic plan.
* The regional teams engage with regional stakeholders and work with regional economic development partners to support and advocate for the strategic delivery of regional economic priorities.
* They lead place-based developments and economic and industry strategies.
* What We Offer
* A dynamic and supportive work environment.
* Ongoing professional development opportunities.