Permanent Full Time
Band 7 - $112,119 - $125,458 per annum (plus super)
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.
About the role
Shape the future of one of Victoria’s fastest‑growing, most diverse cities -As Senior Economic Development Officer – Investment Attraction & Special Projects, you’ll lead high‑impact initiatives, build strategic partnerships and position Greater Dandenong as investment‑ready. Enjoy flexible work, career development and a collaborative, purpose‑driven council environment.
This senior economic development role leads Council’s investment attraction activities through active pipeline management, development facilitation and targeted strategic projects that drive employment and economic growth.
This position plays a critical role in cultivating strategic relationships with investors, industry and government, delivering market‑led insights that influence investment decisions and position the City as a compelling, investment‑ready destination.
About you
You are a commercially astute and collaborative professional with strong advocacy and relationship‑building skills. You understand the interface between public policy, planning and private sector investment decisions, and you thrive in complex, cross‑organisational environments.
You will bring:
- Tertiary qualifications in Economic Development, Business Development, Planning or a related field
- Demonstrated experience in investment attraction, development facilitation and economic development
- Strong skills in economic and market analysis, strategic relationship management and strategic project delivery
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to represent Council in forums and briefings and prepare high‑quality reports and presentations
Please ensure you address the key selection criteria outlined in the position description as part of your application.
The successful candidate will be asked to produce a clear Working with Children Check and will be asked toconsent to a national police check (and where relevant an ‘international criminal history check’), subject to the operation of spent conviction laws.
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
- Competitive salary
- Salary sacrifice childcare (where available)
- Flexible working options including hybrid work
- Access to learning and development programs including study assistance
- Reward and recognition programs and access to our support and wellbeing programs
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 committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm.
If you require any access or reasonable adjustment at any point throughout the recruitment process, then please do let us know by contacting the listed Hiring Manager – your experience truly matters to us.
To apply
To apply for this position please complete the online application form including:
- A brief cover letter
- Your resume
- Response to key selection criteria
You will be required to answer selection questions as part of the application process. The selection process also includes the requirement for reference checks.
Position Description: Senior Economic Development Officer – Investment Attraction& Special Projects – Size 529.2 KB
Applications close: 5pm, Thursday, 21 May 2026
Further information: Johanna Bennett, Coordinator Growth and Investment on 0499 113 166
