Permanent Full Time
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.
Are you ready to be a part of an exciting and transformative journey in the heart of one of Australia's most culturally diverse and thriving communities? Greater Dandenong City Council is an innovative and forward-thinking organisation, home to Melbourne's second-largest urban centre and a pivotal hub for manufacturing, retail and commerce in the State, Greater Dandenong boasts exceptional character and a vibrant, multicultural population that contributes to a rich cultural tapestry.
About the Role
The Growth and Investment Unit is dedicated to fostering economic prosperity in Greater Dandenong by supporting local businesses, attracting strategic investments, and driving initiatives that enhance our vibrant activity centres.
The Investment Attraction and Visitation Officer will play a key role in connecting businesses with Council, identifying and delivering projects, events, and initiatives that drive economic growth and visitation. This position aims to enhance activity centres, build strong partnerships with stakeholders, and provide market intelligence to support informed decision-making. Additionally, the role will contribute to the delivery of Council services, such as the Business Permit Support Service, ensuring a customer-focused approach to business development and investment facilitation.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring demonstrated expertise in economic or business development, combined with a solid understanding of the principles of economic growth and the role of government in supporting business and industry. You will have a strong knowledge of the challenges and opportunities facing retailers and key industries, along with the ability to identify emerging trends and translate them into actionable initiatives.
Your proven project management experience, coupled with excellent networking and stakeholder engagement skills, will enable you to deliver innovative projects and build meaningful partnerships. Exceptional communication skills—both written and verbal—are essential for preparing high-quality reports, presentations, and funding submissions. A proactive and collaborative attitude will be critical as you work with a range of stakeholders to achieve economic development outcomes.
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
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 commitment to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm.
To apply
Applicants must adequately meet the requirements of the role and fully address the selection criteria contained in the position description. Please ensure you address the key selection criteria outlined in the position description as part of your application.
To view a copy of this position description, please click on the link below.
Investment Attraction and Visitation Officer Position Description– 607.6 KB
You may be required to undertake practical testing, work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacity assessment (physical) or aptitude testing.
The successful candidate will be asked to produce a valid Victorian Drivers licence 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
Applications close: 5pm, Friday 13th December 2024
Further information: Kate Harris, 03 8571 1573
Monthly based
Dandenong, Melbourne, City of Greater Dandenong, Victoria, 3175, Australia
Dandenong, Melbourne, City of Greater Dandenong, Victoria, 3175, Australia
