Business Resilience and Development Officer - Rural - Limited Tenure
- ADO available | work from home and from the office
- Your chance to truly make a difference in the East Gippsland community
- From $87,947.45 per annum + super
We Are East Gippsland Shire
East Gippsland is a natural playground with over 21,000 square km of land including high country, nine national parks, two significant marine parks, Australia’s largest navigable inland lake system and stunning coastlines included!
East Gippsland Shire Council is a large regional council covering 10% of Victoria. With a workforce of over 600 passionate community members, EGSC offers challenging and rewarding skills development and the ability to work with a range of teams across a range of locations.
A unique blend of nature, culture, and recreational opportunities, East Gippsland Shire is a captivating destination for those looking to broaden their skills whilst enjoying an enviable lifestyle.
The Opportunity
As our Business Resilience and Development Officer, you will strengthen the growth, capacity and resilience of businesses in East Gippsland’s rural townships. You will proactively engage within the business sector to support and deliver programs and products in line with the Council Plan and Economic Development Strategy.
You’ll do this by building strong relationships with entrepreneurs as well as new and existing business owners to create supports that ensure their businesses are viable, sustainable, have growth potential and meet Australian regulatory requirements.
You’ll also take on:
- Establishing a business ecosystem of support for each venture and connect entrepreneurs to expertise
- Facilitating the delivery of training and business development initiatives to support business growth.
- Advocating for the investment in key infrastructure to support the growth of the region.
- Preparing applications for State and Federal grants and identify other revenue opportunities that will support the delivery of business programs
This is a full-time position for 12 months (through to the end of April 2025) and is based from the Bairnsdale office.
Things You’re Proud Of (Key Selection Criteria)
- Excellent time management, planning and project management skills.
- Experience maintaining working relationships with Industry and Government.
- Knowledge and experience relating to local government economic development and industry support and/or experience in working in small and medium business is preferred.
- Excellent networking and interpersonal skills.
- Experience in adhering to budgets for the delivery of projects.
- Knowledge of East Gippsland and the fundamental drivers of the regional economy.
- A current, valid Victorian Driver’s licence.
If successful, you will need to undertake a police check. You must also be legally entitled to work in Australia.
Things We’re Proud Of
- Monthly ADO schedule
- Flexibility to work from home
- Opportunities for professional development including study assistance
- Annual leave loading
- Employee Assistance Program and Social Club
- Great work-life balance, so close to great holiday destinations, beaches, mountains, parks and lakes.
How To Apply
If this sounds like your next move, apply now and attach:
- A cover letter stating why you are interested in the position and what you will bring to East Gippsland Shire Council
- A current resume which includes your personal details, education, qualifications, work experience and the contact details of two (2) work-related referees.
- A statement providing detailed responses to each of the key selection criteria as stated in the position description.
Applications close at 11.59pm on Wednesday 1 May 2024.
Questions? For a confidential discussion about the position or to learn more, please contact Rebecca Steenholdt, Economic Development Coordinator, on (03) 5153 9500.
East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, gender diverse people, religiously, culturally and linguistically diverse people and people of any age.
East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and has a zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. To uphold these standards a valid working with children check is required to be held for applicable positions.
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