Economic Development Coordinator

**Position Description - Economic Development Coordinator**
March 2025**

**Position title**Economic Development Coordinator

**Position number**1234

**Classification (Level)**Level 6

**Department**City Development

**Division**City Activation

**Business unit**Economic Development

**People Leader**Unit Manager Economic Development
Local business community, business groups and business
service providers, State and Federal Government agencies

**Key stakeholders**including Department of State Development, Flinders
University, other local government authorities, Elected
Members, City of Marion business units

**Community Vision: A liveable, sustainable community.**
The strategic directions of Liveable, Sustainable, and Community reflect the aspirations of
the community for the City of Marion’s future.
A fourth strategic direction, Our Organisation, sets the focus for Council and its staff toward
fulfilling the 2024-2034 Community Vision and Strategic Directions. These interconnected
directions emphasise a commitment to achieving holistic outcomes for the council area

**City of Marion Values**
Our Values inform what is important in how we deliver for our community.
They aspire towards a consistent standard that can be expected from all who engage with
the City of Marion.
**Our Community Vision**

**Together we**
**Focus on the customer |** We are:

- Engaged with our diverse community
- Responsive and proactive
- Dedicated to delivering great customer

experiences
**Engage with respect |** We are:

- Committed to a safe and inclusive workplace
- Connected, caring and professional
- Honest, transparent and act with integrity

**Embrace excellence |**We are**:

- Adaptable, driven and continuously improve
- Accountable for our decisions and actions
- Proactive in sustainability and support the

environment

A great place to _work_

**Position Description - Economic Development Coordinator**
March 2025**

**Purpose**

The role of Economic Development Coordinator forms part of Council’s Economic
Development Unit and will contribute to achieving the objectives of Council’s economic
development objectives found under the Community Pillar.

The position is responsible for the design and delivery of a wide variety of business specific
programs, events and services. Through engagement with the local business community, the
position will ensure that there are appropriate business services delivered to local small and
medium sized businesses, entrepreneurs and the general community.

This role will provide opportunities to collaborate, demonstrate innovation in a positive and
energetic team to inform the delivery of initiatives in the “Business, Growth and Engagement
Plan”.

This role requires demonstrated experience and ability in project management and will
oversee quality control through innovation and risk management strategies.

Strong marketing and communication skills, and ability to build and maintain solid
relationships (with internal and external) stakeholders will be vital to this role.

As an ongoing commitment to the organisation you will be responsible for delivering the
best service to our community and to improve residents’ quality life; continuously, smartly
and efficiently in the scope of your daily work.

**Key Deliverables**
- Business Engagement & Support - Establish and maintain relationships with local

businesses, providing resources, and networking opportunities.
- Investment Attraction - Identify and promote investment opportunities, facilitating

connections between investors, businesses, and local government.
- Economic Research & Data Analysis - Collect and analyse economic data to inform

decision-making, including industry trends, workforce needs, and regional
competitiveness.
- Program & Project Management - Develop, implement, and manage economic

development programs and projects, ensuring they align with strategic priorities and
deliver measurable outcomes.

that support economic development initiatives.
- Small Business & Entrepreneur Support - Develop programs or initiatives that assist

start-ups and small businesses in accessing resources, training, and mentorship.
- Workforce Development & Training - Collaborate with industry and education

providers to address skills gaps and create job opportunities.

A great place to _work_

**Position Description - Economic Development Coordinator**
March 2025**
- Placemaking, Activation & Event Support - Drive activation of key precincts, support

event organisers, and facilitate vibrant public spaces that enhance economic and
community outcomes.
- Marketing & Promotion - Promote the local economy, investment opportunities, and

business success stories through digital platforms, events, and partnerships.
- Stakeholder & Government Relations - Work with internal and external stakeholders,

including council, chambers of commerce, RDAs, and state/federal agencies, to drive
economic outcomes.
- All other duties as required.

**Person Specifi