Economic Development Coordinator (VPSG5) - Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions

Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions | Victoria

Description : Economic Development Coordinator (VPSG5). Company : Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions. Location : Victoria

Job Description

Location: Various

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions

Salary: $105,479 - $127,621

Occupation: Community Services

Reference: VG/060708B

The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions is firmly focused on driving a strong and resilient economy that benefits all Victorians – by creating more opportunities for people through jobs and skills; supporting businesses and industries to grow and prosper; and building vibrant communities and regions.

Established on 1 January 2023, our work spans numerous portfolios, supporting departmental ministers and operating across metropolitan, regional and international offices. We oversee various public entities, including public corporations, regulatory authorities and specialist boards.

The Department strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and offers reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.

Our values are accountability, integrity and respect, and underpin everything we do.

Economic Development Coordinator

  • Salary: $105,479 to $127,621 (Plus Superannuation)
  • Fixed term role until December 2023
  • Usual hours of work: Full time
  • Usual work location: Flexible within Victoria (flexibility may be available)

This is a prioritised position for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in accordance with the Special Measures provision of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic). Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given priority consideration for this role.

The Economic Development Coordinator will report to the Director, Rogional Operations and act as a broker to bring key stakeholders and partners together to deliver a range of programs and strategic projects that support economic infrastructure development across the Gippsland region. This position will lead the delivery of a range of program initiatives at the local and regional level as well as contribute to the operations of the Gippsland Regional Team.

The successful applicant will have the following responsibilities:

  • Supporting integrated investment by bringing together key stakeholders and partners, developing and maintaining strategic relationships/networks with Federal, State and local government, community organisations and industry.
  • Developing and facilitating projects in line with regional and state strategic policy and community needs.
  • Building productive working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders and demonstrating creative partnership-based approach to infrastructure project development and delivery.
  • Managing the delivery of a range of Regional Jobs and Infrastructure Fund and DJSIR/RDV program initiatives across the region, to achieve program objectives.

Ideally you will have the following skills and experience:

  • experience and knowledge in the field of economic infrastructure delivery and major infrastructure projects delivery
  • sound understanding of the issues affecting regional and rural communities.
  • experience in developing and supporting the delivery of projects and programs led by Aboriginal organisations and/or projects with cultural outcomes
  • a relevant tertiary degree and knowledge of Government policies and programs, current and emerging trends would also be highly regarded.

This position has a requirement to travel. A current driver's licence will be required for this position.

Further Information

For a confidential discussion, please contact Katrina Cranwell, Director, Regional Operations, Gippsland on 0400 695 650.

Applicants will be required to comply with the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Region's (department's) COVID-19 Vaccination requirements, as outlined in the department's COVID-19 Vaccination requirements policy and in line with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, directions, policies or procedures, including but not limited to any requirement to provide evidence of vaccination status.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.

Please note: If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Recruitment Team at [email protected] with the position number in the subject line.

We respect and welcome people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, abilities, and cultures.

How to Apply


Applications close at midnight on 3 May 2023.