Senior Strategic Investment Officer - Economic Development Apply now Job no: 495693
Work type: Permanent Full-time
Location: Knox Civic Centre
Categories: Business and Economic Development
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Senior Strategic Investment officer to join our Economic Development team at Knox.
If you are personable and an energetic, forward thinking professional looking for a fresh challenge, this is your chance to work in a team that is passionate about driving the growth and competitiveness of a resilient Knox business community.
This position will design, develop and deliver a range of strategic initiatives directed at attracting investment and guiding sustainable economic opportunities and growth in Knox.
This will involve influencing and guiding the vision for Knox's economic development function through evidence and industry insights, developing strategic economic plans and initiatives, informed advisory and forging partnerships with key industries in the Eastern region and across government and industry sectors.
This is a full-time permanent role based at the Knox Civic Centre, however we can offer hybrid working arrangements and flexible work options for the right candidate.
This is a Band 7 classified role, remuneration will be $107,507.54- $120,572.47 (depending on experience) plus superannuation in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee.
What you will need to thrive The key selection criteria for this role are:
A comprehensive understanding of issues, principles and practices of economic and business development.Knowledge of local, State or Federal government industry support initiatives and investment strategies such as industry development and business development incentives.Demonstrated experience developing strategic plans to support economic growth in commercial and industrial precincts.Demonstrated project management experience including development of consultant briefs, contracts and project budgets and management of consultants and project working groups.Significant stakeholder engagement experience including working with large businesses and industry clusters.Ability to be agile to support innovative decision making.Ability to undertake projects involving negotiated outcomes achieved through the building of networks and relationships with strategic partners under minimum supervision.Highly developed verbal and written communication skills, effective interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team environment.How to apply Please provide a resume and brief cover letter addressing the 'what you need to thrive' section from the position description to outline how your experience and skills relate to the role.
To view a copy of the position description please visit our Knox City Council Careers Page.
Apply by:06/10/2024 at 11:45pm Please note: Candidates will be shortlisted as applications are received and this role may close earlier than the anticipated closing date.
At Knox, makinga difference to others and our community is at the heart of everything we do.
We are inspired by empowering our community inside and out to thrive and prosper through living our values.
We support hybrid and flexible working and embrace diverse and inclusive environments.
We succeed by recruiting for excellence through investing in our people, encouraging their unique talents and supporting them to bring their whole selves to work.
We believe in our people and provide a supportive, driven and inclusive culture we are proud of, that focuses on wellbeing.
Beyond that, we also offer:
accrued days off for full time employees;growth and learning opportunities;reward and recognition programs; and,asupportive Employee Assistance Program.As an employee (in accordance with Knox City Council's Covid-19 Vaccination Policy) youmay be required to provide evidence that you are compliant with the vaccination requirements prior to commencement.
It is highly recommended that all Council staff are vaccinated.
To view the inherent requirements for this position please see attachment below.
Knox Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer ensuring a Child Safe environment that is committed to providing a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion.
We are committed to a positive, barrier-free recruitment process.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Knox City Council has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children.
All children and young people who access our services, programs, events and facilities have the right to feel safe and be safe.
This includes spaces owned or managed by Council.
We take the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in our care seriously.
We maintain a child safe organisation by embedding the protection of children into everyday thinking and practice.
All Knox City Council employees, contractors and volunteers are responsible for ensuring children and young people are valued, heard and protected from abuse. Knox City Council acknowledges our offices are located on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation.
Advertised: 20 Sep 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 06 Oct 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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