Senior Economic Development Officer

Senior Economic Development Officer – City of Greater Dandenong Band 6 – $99,846 – $108,835 per annum (plus super). Temporary full‑time position until 30 June 2027. Based in Greater Dandenong, 35 km southeast of Melbourne. About the City Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 sq km and serves over 169,000 residents. The city hosts Melbourne’s second‑largest retail and commercial district and is one of Australia’s most culturally diverse localities, with residents from more than 150 birthplaces. About the Role Join a team that supports key industries and attracts new investment. As a Senior Economic Development Officer you will drive the department’s marketing and communications activities and lead projects that deliver growth and opportunity. Responsibilities Support marketing & communication strategy, including content development, brand management, digital engagement and campaign analysis. Collaborate with the existing Senior Economic Development Officer (Marketing) to ensure cohesive marketing, manage e‑newsletters, social media channels, and lead business and employment projects. Work with the Growth and Investment team to develop campaigns that promote the Council as a great place to live, work, visit, and invest. Build industry relationships through site visits, stakeholder meetings, networking, and support business network events. Provide insights by monitoring market trends and gathering economic intelligence to inform strategic projects. Coordinate with the Council’s Media and Communications team to ensure consistent branding and high‑quality campaigns. Qualifications & Experience Proven experience in marketing, communications, and brand strategy, ideally within an economic development or business context. Experience working in an economic development team or strong understanding of the sector and its role in supporting local business and investment. Strong writing and creative skills to develop compelling content and implement campaigns. Event coordination experience to support business engagement activities. Strong research and analytical skills to provide actionable insights on industry trends and campaign results. Excellent stakeholder engagement and networking skills, with the ability to foster partnerships and drive collaboration. Project management expertise and the ability to deliver initiatives on time and within budget. Tertiary qualifications in business, marketing, communications, or related fields (or equivalent experience). EEO and Diversity Statement Council embraces an inclusive and diverse culture, encouraging applications from people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, diverse sexual orientation and gender, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, varied age, ability, and faith. We provide reasonable adjustments and a welcoming environment for all. Benefits Competitive salary Salary‑sacrifice childcare (where available) Flexible working options including hybrid work and support for work–life balance Access to learning & development programmes and study assistance Reward & recognition programmes Health initiatives and wellbeing support programmes A vibrant social club Application Process Applicants should submit: a brief cover letter, a resume, and a response to key selection criteria. Applicants will be asked to provide a Working with Children Check and a national police check. Candidates shortlisted for interviews will be contacted in early January 2026. Interviews are expected to commence Monday, 12 January 2026. Applications close at 5 pm on Monday, 5 January 2026. For further information, contact Priya Prasad at 8571 1568. Position Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Other Industry: Government Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr