Senior Economic Development Officer

$99,846 – 108,835 per annum (plus super) Band 6 Temporary Full Time (until 30 June 2027) About Us Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market. Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport. We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest. About the Role Join a team that supports these industries and helps attract new investment to our city. As a Senior Economic Development Officer, you'll play a key role in driving the department's marketing and communications activities and lead projects that deliver growth and opportunity. Responsibilities Support Marketing & Communication : Help implement the department's marketing and communications strategy, including content development, brand management, digital engagement and campaign analysis and reporting. Work in Partnership : Collaborate with the existing Senior Economic Development Officer (Marketing) to ensure cohesive marketing and communications for the department, including managing e‑newsletters, social media channels, and brand initiatives, while taking the lead on business and employment projects. Support Growth & Investment : Work closely with the Growth and Investment team to develop and implement campaigns to build Council's reputation as a great place to live, work, visit, invest and do business. Engage Industry : Build relationships through site visits, stakeholder meetings, and networking, and support the planning and delivery of business network events and other engagement activities. Provide Insights : Monitor market trends and gather economic intelligence to inform strategic projects. Collaborate Across Council : Work closely with Council's Media and Communication team to ensure consistent branding and high-quality campaigns. About You Proven experience in marketing, communications, and brand strategy, ideally within an economic development or business context. Experience working in an economic development team or a 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). Please ensure you address the key selection criteria outlined in the position description as part of your application. The successful candidate will be asked to produce a clear Working with Children Check and will be asked to consent to a national police check (and where relevant an 'international criminal history check'), subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits. Benefits of Working with Us Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals. Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse organisation. Our Benefits Include Competitive salary Salary sacrifice childcare (where available) Flexible working options supported including hybrid work Access to learning & development programs including study assistance Reward & recognition programs Access to our support and wellbeing programs A vibrant social club For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us Council will consider flexible working arrangements for all positions. We embrace our diverse community and encourage applications from everyone including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will give due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staff member. Council is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. If you require any access or reasonable adjustment at any point throughout the recruitment process, then please do let us know by contacting the listed Hiring Manager – your experience truly matters to us. To Apply To apply for this position please complete the online application form including: Response to key selection criteria You will be required to answer selection questions as part of the application process. The selection process also includes the requirement for reference checks. Please note: Candidates shortlisted for interviews will be contacted in early January 2026. Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing Monday, 12 January 2026. Applications close: 5pm, Monday, 5 January 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr