Job Description:
We are seeking a talented Regional Growth Strategist to lead the development and delivery of initiatives that grow the visitor economy and activate key places across the Shire. The successful candidate will have experience in tourism, economic development, events, or place-making, and possess strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver tourism and place activation strategies
* Manage Council's event attraction portfolio
* Lead marketing and promotional campaigns
* Build strong partnerships with business, community, and government
* Identify opportunities and challenges in the visitor economy and public spaces
* Secure funding and investment for key projects
* Evaluate initiatives' impact and recommend improvements
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Experience in tourism, economic development, events, or place-making
* Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills
* Tertiary qualifications in Marketing, Business, Tourism, or a related field
* Energy, creativity, and a drive to make things happen
* Leadership qualities with the ability to inspire and influence others
Benefits:
* Monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
* Flexible work arrangements
* Supportive, values-driven culture
* Opportunities to shape strategy and lead change
About You:
You're a confident communicator and strategic thinker with a passion for regional growth. You bring energy, creativity, and a drive to make things happen.