Regional Development Coordinator - GoulburnJob posted: 07/01/2025
Location: North East Region | Shepparton
Job type: Full time
Organisation: Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions
Occupation: Strategic Management
Reference: VG/100860A
The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions is focused on growing Victoria's prosperity, building the productive capacity of our economy and increasing participation – by creating more opportunities for people through skills and jobs; helping businesses and industries to thrive; and building vibrant communities and regions. For more information, see the DJSIR Strategic Plan 2023-2027.
Regional Development Coordinator Ongoing roleUsual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available)Usual work location: Shepparton (flexibility may be available)The Role Reporting to the Manager Regional Development, the Regional Development Coordinator is responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing a range of development initiatives for communities and businesses in the region to identify and facilitate place-based solutions to support enhanced liveability and prosperity in regional communities.
The responsibilities of the Regional Development Coordinator will include, but are not limited to:
Utilise a significant understanding of the local region and its community, industry, and government context, local issues, and their context within the regional, State and national setting.Lead integrated investment in place by understanding, influencing, and negotiating with key internal and external stakeholders and partners.Lead investment attraction, economic development, and the delivery of a range of DJSIR/RDV industry and recovery initiatives across the region.The Team The position of Regional Development Coordinator forms a part of the Regions branch within the Regional Development and Outdoor Recreation group.
About You The successful candidate will ideally have the following skills and experience:
Specialist Expertise: Sound understanding of the key industry and economic drivers, and knowledge of Government policies and programs, current and emerging trends specifically related to rural and regional communities and industry.Project Management: Consults, liaises with and influences key stakeholders; produces detailed project plans where objectives are clearly defined and action steps for achieving them are clearly specified.Stakeholder Management: Identifies issues in common for one or more stakeholders and uses this knowledge to build mutually beneficial partnerships.How to Apply Please click the 'Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter. Applications close at midnight on 29 January 2025.
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