Description:
Contract Type: Temporary/Contract RecruitmentLocation: Newcastle
Specialisation: Community and Care
Reference: 859572
Contact Name: Chelsea Farrar
Contact Email: chelseaf@peoplefusion.com.au
Job Published: April 05, 2024 16:45
Job Description
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8-month opportunity with a focus on rolling out exciting initiatives
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35-hour week, flexible work options
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Join an experienced and passionate team making a difference in the community!
About the Organisation
Singleton Council are a dynamic, multi-skilled, diverse group of people who share the same passion to create community and deliver outstanding services and outcomes for the community. It’s a culture that strives to make a real difference with smart, sustainable decision making. They go above and beyond so that their community continues to be loved locally and recognised nationally.
The Opportunity
The Coordinator Economic Development will lead the successful implementation of key economic development initiatives across a variety of focus areas including tourism, industry and skills development and economic innovation. This is a chance to be a part of positive change that will support Singleton’s economic diversification and prosperity now and into the future. This 8-month opportunity has come about due to extended leave within the team and there will be a clear plan and handover to ensure the successful candidate can hit the ground running!
Duties will also include
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Effective people leadership of two direct reports providing coaching, support, and guidance
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Provide specialist economic development advice and collaborate with council staff, stakeholders and networks when required
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Source, research, and analyse economic data and trends, providing insights and reporting to help inform the economic position for Singleton
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Build and maintain beneficial relationships with key networks and stakeholders including regional and local government bodies, state and federal agencies, and local community groups
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Facilitate grant funding and applications to support economic development
About You
The successful candidate will be organised, analytical, enjoys data analysis and can draw compelling insights from data to help tell the story and inform direction. We are looking for an effective communicator and leader who can build rapport and relationships quickly with relevant stakeholders. Experience in a similar position within economic development is required and if you have worked within regional communities and/or within local government this would be advantageous.
Please note Singleton Council are open to secondment opportunities from other areas of government.
Ideally you will bring:
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High level business acumen and strategic approach with business development focus -
Demonstrated experience in identifying preparing and presenting business cases including detailed cost and benefit analysis
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Excellent project management skills with experience delivering similar initiatives with success
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Demonstrated success in networking and collaborating across diverse groups with an outcome focus
How to Apply
To learn more about key responsibilities, company culture and associated benefits of this opportunity, please contact Chelsea Farrar on chelseaf@peoplefusion.com.au or 02 4927 2027 or Amy King on amyk@peoplefusion.com.au or 02 4927 2004 for a confidential discussion.
At peoplefusion we don’t just accept diversity and inclusion —we celebrate it! We strive to create an environment of equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, religion or physical ability, and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. If you require any assistance with your application, please don’t hesitate to contact us.