Strategic Economic Growth Manager

1 week ago

Perth, Western Australia beBeeEconomic Full time $140,090
About the Economic Development Specialist Role

We are seeking an experienced professional to lead initiatives that attract investment, drive business growth, and promote tourism in the City.

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of economic development principles and practices, as well as excellent communication and project management skills.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the City's future, working with a high-performing team to shape the future of our neighbourhoods, businesses, and residents.

  • Advocate for the interests and needs of the City and community to other levels of government;
  • Identify and pursue grant and funding opportunities;
  • Establish and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders;
  • Provide advice and support to Council and senior management;
  • Prepare submissions, proposals, and representations to other levels of government;
  • Deliver projects and initiatives that support investment attraction, business growth, and visitor attraction;
  • Stay informed of current and emerging trends, issues, and opportunities in economic development;
  • Provide commercial perspectives and specialist advice to inform Council decision-making;
  • Conduct detailed analysis of major problems, assess opportunities, and provide solutions;

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Business, Business Development, Tourism, Marketing or equivalent;
  • Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Excellent public relations skills and ability to negotiate and liaise with all levels of government, businesses, the community, and key project stakeholders;
  • Highly developed report and plan writing skills;
  • Demonstrated financial management skills related to feasibility studies, business cases, and projects;
  • A high level of analytical and strategic thinking skills and use of innovation skills;
  • Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation, economic, tourism, property, and infrastructure development practices;
  • Substantial experience in project management of strategic initiatives in economic development, business support, and tourism development;
  • Experience within a Local Government environment.
About Us

The City of Stirling is a diverse and thriving local government in Western Australia, with over 243,000 residents, spanning 30 suburbs. We are committed to supporting work-life balance and offering opportunities for progression and development.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the City of Stirling, the Wadjak People of the Nyoongar Nation, and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Australia. We will act with compassion and respect towards all people and value people of all abilities, ages, religions, faiths, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.

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