About the Role
As an Economic Development Manager, you will play a key role in supporting sustainable economic growth across regional NSW. Working closely with businesses, industry groups, local government and government partners, you'll identify opportunities to attract investment, strengthen industries, support job creation and grow regional economies. You'll provide strategic advice and market intelligence, facilitate access to government programs and coordinate initiatives that deliver positive outcomes for businesses and communities. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded professional who enjoys building relationships, managing projects and influencing economic development outcomes.

About You
As our ideal candidate, you will have:

Applying is easy!
Submit your current Resume/CV and a Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant skills and experience, and why you’re our ideal candidate.

If you’d like to know more about the role, please view the role description here.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Ricky Puata on 0427 103 979 or via email ricky.puata@dpird.nsw.gov.au.

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.

The department brings together:

With the majority of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

Additional Information
The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other assessments as required.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.