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• A workplace of positive people and ideas
• A team that aims high
• Full-time, permanent position starting at $131,166 + super

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About the Opportunity

As the Principal Economic Development Advisor, you?ll lead the development and implementation of economic policy and strategy for the City of Adelaide, using expert research, analysis, and data interpretation to drive informed decision-making. This high-impact role sits at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and economic insight?positioning you as a key advisor on matters that shape the city?s economic future and enhance its competitiveness, livability, and resilience.

You?ll be responsible for delivering detailed economic analyses?including cost-benefit assessments, economic modelling, and impact evaluations?to guide projects and policies across Council. Your work will inform long-term economic development strategies and contribute to initiatives that support innovation, business growth, and residential and commercial investment. You?ll play a leading role in interpreting state, national, and global economic trends to identify opportunities and challenges relevant to Adelaide?s future.

Collaboration is central to this role, as you?ll partner with the Adelaide Economic Development Agency, Corporate Services, and cross-council teams to provide strategic advice and maintain robust economic data frameworks. Your ability to deliver compelling reports and insights will influence Council decisions and ensure the city's economic planning remains forward-thinking and evidence-based.

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About You

To be successful in this role you will have an understanding of:

• Current and emerging policy directions of the Federal and State governments in relation to the economy and its impact on business, residential and investment growth.
• Economic analysis methodologies including economic impact assessments, cost-benefit analyses, surveys, economic project evaluations and economic modelling.
• The Capital City economy in the metropolitan, state and global context.
• Key sectors of the City economy and contemporary issues such as international students, housing and events.

You will also have experience in:

• Economic research and analysis and the provision of economic assessment and policy advice in relation to complex issues.
• Developing strategic approaches to the delivery of economic growth outcomes and in developing and delivering economic models.
• Formulation of integrated economic development policy and strategy.
• Development and implementation of projects and programs in a timely and cost effective way.

About Us

Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage, unique natural surrounds and structures its footprint in a way that allows it to adapt to the changing needs of the community and a dynamic global landscape. Our focus is on our community?s wellbeing and quality of life - investing in city improvements and on future planning, so we continue to design a liveable city where future generations can continue to live authentic and meaningful lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be a bigger part of our amazing city!

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The Park Lands, Policy & Sustainability Program establishes clear and integrated policies and plans to shape a well designed, planned and developed City, to protect and enhance our unique Park Lands, and support a welcoming and resilient community that demonstrates environmental leadership.

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At the City of Adelaide, we thrive in an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and celebrates difference. We value and embrace our diverse perspectives and recognise the value diversity has in fuelling innovation and enabling brilliant experiences for our diverse community.

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For Further Enquiries & How to Apply

All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed David Bills on 8203 7889....