Business and Economic Development Officer

The role of Business and Economic Development Officer is pivotal in advancing key initiatives outlined in Council's Economic Development Strategy and associated action plans.This position will see you engaging with local businesses, identifying their needs, and coordinating initiatives that promote economic growth and support educational and training pathways.This position is required to provide quality customer service and add value for the community.

Applicant Profile To be successful in this role, you will have:a degree qualification in Business, Economics, Commerce, Project Management, or other relevant field and/or extensive relevant and contemporary experience combined with ongoing professional developmenta current Class C Drivers Licencedemonstrated experience working with business and industry to facilitate business growth and developmentstrong project management skills with the ability to deliver multiple projects concurrently, on time and within budgeta detailed understanding of grant application and administration processesproven relationship management, advocacy, influencing, negotiation skills, in particular working with government agencies and industry groups and representativesexperience in complex problem solving and highly proficient in research and analysis, and associated report writing and business recommendations.
Offer Details The commencing salary for this position is up to $100.5k per year. Central Coast Council also provides progression opportunities for employees to progress up to the maximum salary of $116.5k on completion of assessment of skills and performance plus 12% superannuation We have a permanent full-time role availableThis role will be able to access a 9 day fortnightWe are able to offer hybrid and flexible working conditions for this role - 2 days from home and 3 days onsiteThis role is located at the Wyong Administration BuildingWant to know more?The contact person for this role is Sue Ledingham, Unit Manager Economy, Marketing and Customer. You can contact Sue on 0408 409 810.This position will close for applications at midnight on Sunday, 30 August 2026.We will not accept unsolicited resumes or applications being presented by recruitment agencies.