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Manager Economic Development, Orange City Council
We are looking for an exceptional leader who is great at managing stakeholders.
Can you build an Economic Development Strategy, shape sustained business growth, attract key industries, create great events and attract visitors to enjoy all that our region has to offer?
If this is you, please apply.
About Orange City Council
Situated in the Central West of NSW, only 3 ½ hours west of Sydney, Orange is a vibrant and diverse place to live, offering all the benefits of a busy city life in the calm of a regional location. With award winning restaurants and wineries and a vibrant and ever-expanding arts, cultural and music scene you can have the best of both worlds, all within a short drive from your front door.
Orange City Council is committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community. We take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community. Our aim – to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.
About the Role
Reporting to the Director Corporate and Commercial Services, the Manager Economic Development will be responsible for our next four-year Economic Development Strategy. You will lead and manage a multidisciplinary team to drive sustained economic growth that supports Orange’s local economy and more broadly the Region. This includes working with Council and the business community to uncover insights and provide strategic advice as well as delivering economic development and stimulus programs, a thriving visitor economy, the management of commercial enterprises, and putting on great events for the community and visitors to the region.
A full list of responsibilities can be found in the position description and what we are looking for, including:
- Demonstrated senior leadership skills with significant experience in leading high performing, multidisciplinary teams.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in business studies, economics or commerce or significant experience in a similar role.
- Excellent stakeholder and relationship management, communication, and engagement skills.
- Excellent organisational skills and demonstrated experience managing multiple complex programs and projects on time and budget.
- Proven ability to develop economic development strategy and build a pipeline of industry attraction and business development opportunities.
- Deep experience in preparing complex and detailed reports, proposals, and submissions for senior management and executive.
For more information, please view our information package or the position description.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all candidates including people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from all diversity groups, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, or sexual orientation.
If you are interested in the position, you will need to attach a resume and a short pitch (no more than one page) on why you are the best person for this position.
For enquiries about this role please contact peopleandculture@orange.nsw.gov.au or Director Corporate and Commercial Services, Rachelle Robb on 6393 8193.
Applications close Sunday, 14 January 2023
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