Permanent, full-time role Band 6, $97,000-105,000 plus super Based in Preston, near Preston Markets Are you a detail orientated economic professional who loves delving into analysis?
Do you have experience in delivering industry networking activities to support business to scale and grow?
You might be our new Economic Industry Research Officer!
Permanent, full-time role Band 6, $97,000-105,000 plus super Based in Preston, near Preston Markets Access to RDO's & flexible work Dynamic team of economic, placemaking and sustainability professional About the Role The Economic Industry Research Officer is based in the Economic Development Unit at the City of Darebin.
They will undertake industry sector research and develop business strategies.
They will lead regular economic reporting and support industry networking activites, face to face and online.
Key responsibilities: Undertake business research and develop strategies and actions to retain, develop and grow businesses and industry in Darebin Oversee economic stakeholder relationship mapping Lead regular Spendmapp and economic reporting for the Unit Lead programs and initiatives that increase business capacity to operate online Manage Economic Development Unit social media platforms and other communications Skills & Experience Detail orientated with strong research, analysis and reporting skills Experience in implementing industry and business programs Knowledge of economic drivers and the key challenges facing business and industry Experience in working autonomously and managing multiple projects concurrently Graduate degree qualification in business, economics and/or relevant field Working With Children Card essential A current Victorian drivers licence is desirable Darebin encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of colour.
We value people of all abilities and diversity of culture, faith, gender identity and sexual orientation.
We welcome unique contributions and perspectives of all people to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities we work with and live in.
About Darebin City Council Located in Melbourne's northern suburbs, Darebin City Council is home to one of the largest, most diverse communities in terms of culture, language, religion, socio-economic background, occupation, and housing needs.
The city has one of the largest populations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents in metropolitan Melbourne.
Our Vision is for a community that works together to advance community life.
At Darebin, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of how we work.
Our commitment to these values is unwavering, they are central to our mission, to our impact and to help us better serve our community.
We know that having varied perspectives and lived experiences helps generate better ideas to enable a diverse, inclusive and connected community.
Culture As a progressive leader in Local Government, Darebin City Council is passionate about social inclusion, sustainability, engagement and service excellence.
We are proud of the diversity of our workforce and recognise the strength this provides in meeting the needs of the community we serve.
We are committed to upholding a positive and supportive work environment that values the contribution of all employees and treats all employees with dignity and respect.
Benefits We offer a range of benefits to our employees including opportunities for personal and professional development, flexible work practices, Employee Assistance Program, recognition and reward program - Appreciate Great and a variety of generous paid and unpaid leave options.
How to Apply If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please submit your application including a resume, and a maximum 2 page cover letter that responds to Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description.
We're also happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs.
Questions are encouraged!
Contact Valli Morphett, Manager Creative Culture & Economic Development, on 03 8470 8888.
Applications close on January 5, 2025 at 11.30pm.
Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough 'Safety Screening' processes apply.
To work at Darebin City Council, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards.
All employees are required to undertake an Australian Criminal History Check and may be required to complete a Functional Health Assessment.
Council requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as outlined in the Staff Covid-19 Vaccination Policy.
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