[Hiring] Regional Economic Development Officer @Net Zero Economy Authority

Role Description

The Division are looking to fill multiple Regional Economic Development Officer roles at both the APS 5 and APS 6 classifications in the Collie, Central Queensland and Hunters teams. Roles at the APS 6 level will be expected to have a higher level of responsibility in leading or coordinating work.

As a Regional Economic Development Officer, you will:

• Work closely with Assistant Directors to support the delivery of key projects relevant to the specific team/region.
• Represent the Authority in the specific region.
• Support Authority objectives under the Authority’s Business Plan, especially through strong policy, research and economic development skills.
• Bring strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to navigate complex issues in a dynamic operating environment.

We are seeking strongly motivated and collaborative professionals who are passionate about:

• Supporting regional communities through Australia’s net zero transformation.
• Working on the challenges facing regional workers and communities.

Ideal candidates will have:

• Strategic policy skills, including familiarity with Government systems and processes.
• Interest in net zero, energy systems, economic development, industry and jobs growth, place-based policy and/or workforce support.
• The ability to work productively and collaboratively with a geographically dispersed team.

Qualifications

• Strong policy and economic background.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to navigate complex issues.

Requirements

• Must be an Australian citizen at the closing date of application, unless exceptional circumstances apply.
• Successful applicants will be required to obtain and maintain the required security level for the role.
• All Authority staff are required to have a minimum baseline security clearance prior to commencement.
• Successful applicants will be assessed through pre-employment screening checks, including a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
• Normal probation period of six months if new to the APS or if they have not yet completed their probation period elsewhere in the APS.

Benefits

• Remote working arrangements available for roles in Latrobe, Collie, and Central Queensland.
• Offices located in Canberra and Sydney, with a small Newcastle presence in the Hunter region.