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Economic & Strategic Development Manager
Positive and sustainable growth and development is high on Council’s agenda. An opportunity exists for a highly motivated and experienced person with vision and drive to help strengthen Leeton Shire’s position as an attractive place to do business, with ready access to enabling infrastructure, a skilled workforce and quality lifestyles and housing.
The position has been recently been created as a dedicated role to improve Council’s capacity and capability to develop and drive proactive programs that facilitate business attraction, retention and expansion. It reports to the Group Manager Shire Activation.
The applicant will possess a broad knowledge of economic and business development drivers in regional NSW and have highly advanced relationship management and communication skills. The ability to conduct market research and develop business cases to support project planning and funding applications is critical, supported further by significant experience leading advocacy campaigns. A positive and engaging disposition is essential. They must hold a degree or an appropriate tertiary qualification in Commerce, Business, Economics or other relevant area. A minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience is also essential.
Salary and Conditions: The position is Grade 18 in Council’s salary system ($96,314.40 - $107,874.00 per annum plus superannuation) depending upon qualifications and experience plus leaseback vehicle. Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award. The full-time position is 70 hours per fortnight with a monthly Rostered Day Off.
Leeton is based in the Western Riverina and is the heart of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area. With a population of around 11,500 and its own airport (with Narrandera), Leeton’s agricultural and manufacturing prowess is second to none. Leeton is renowned for its friendly community and excellent facilities.
Prior to commencement the successful applicant will be required to undergo ‘Drug and Alcohol’ screening, ‘Medical Assessment’ and a ‘Criminal History Assessment’.
Further enquiries regarding the position are to be directed to Jackie Kruger, General Manager (via Melissa Seymour, Executive Assistant) on 69530981.
Applications (including addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description) close 5.00pm Friday 26 March 2021 and should be emailed to jobs@leeton.nsw.gov.au or be marked CONFIDENTIAL and addressed to the Human Resources Department, Leeton Shire Council, 23-25 Chelmsford Place, LEETON NSW 2705.
Leeton Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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