Economic Development Manager - 507619
Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is a workplace where everyone is able to contribute and participate to their full potential, and we are proud to have a team that reflects the richness and complexity of the regional NSW communities we serve.
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for fostering sustainable economic growth? Do you thrive on identifying opportunities, driving impactful projects, and building strong relationships that enable businesses to succeed? If so, we invite you to join our team as the Economic Development Manager.
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Location: Tamworth. Willing to consider candidates across all NSW locations. Preference will be given to candidates based regionally, with a focus on Queanbeyan, Armidale, Dubbo and Coffs Harbour
As an Economic Development Manager, you will be at the forefront of driving sustainable economic growth and supporting businesses in regional NSW. Your role involves identifying and delivering services to businesses to enable them to expand their contribution to sustainable, high quality economic growth in NSW.
In this role you will provide timely market intelligence and strategic advice to help businesses navigate industry trends, seize opportunities, and mitigate challenges. By building strong partnerships with government agencies, local councils, and key stakeholders, you will develop and implement initiatives that align with the Government’s priorities, fostering growth in industries critical to regional prosperity. Additionally, you will prepare high-quality briefings, reports, and correspondence to ensure the effective delivery of impactful programs and strategies.
A proactive and professional leader with a strong commitment to integrity and public sector values. Your advanced communication skills allow you to translate complex information into clear, engaging messages for diverse audiences while fostering collaboration and information sharing. You excel in delivering high-quality, customer-focused services, using data-driven insights to improve outcomes and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
With a solid understanding of financial processes, you effectively manage budgets, identify risks, and make informed decisions to ensure value for money. Your project management expertise enables you to coordinate and deliver initiatives, contributing to successful outcomes and continuous improvements. You take accountability for your actions, operate within delegation levels, and prioritise safety and compliance in all your work.
Key knowledge and experience
Submit your current Resume/CV and a Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant skills and experience, and why you’re interested in future opportunities with Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Kate Ware, Deputy Director, Economic Development Network, Kate.Ware@regional.nsw.gov.au
Applications close: Sunday 2nd February 2025 at 11:55pm AEST
If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to capability.talent@regional.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is the department dedicated to growing primary industries and supporting regional economic development to deliver long term benefits to the state. Our focus is to protect, support and develop our primary industries, mining sector, and regions.
The department brings together Agriculture & Biosecurity; Forestry & Fishing; Local Land Services; NSW Resources; Regional Development & Delivery; the Regional Growth NSW Development Corporation; NSW Public Works and Soil Conservation Service.
We have nearly 5,000 employees, with almost 80 per cent of us living and working in regional NSW.
Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is a workplace where everyone is able to contribute and participate to their full potential, and we are proud to have a team that reflects the richness and complexity of the regional NSW communities we serve.
We work hard every day to support and grow thriving communities across regional NSW that will have a positive impact on generations to come. Our goal is always to be a trusted local partner and problem-solver working deeply in community.
As part of our team, you will be able to:
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Deliver with impact. You are empowered and trusted to create impact through exposure to cutting-edge projects and research, career defining opportunities, and get to be part of a team creating sustainable solutions that will leave a legacy.
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Live your way. From bringing your whole self to work, to designing flexibility, that fits you and the team, you will be able to find the balance that works for you.
We are a young agency, but with that has come a personality that is dedicated, passionate, proactive, influential, and informed.
The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other assessments as required.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.
