• Do you want to be part of an innovative and supportive team?
• Are you ready to apply your knowledge and background to exciting new challenges?

The City of Mandurah Strategy team is seeking an experienced and motivated individual to fill the role of Senior Project Officer. This position will be responsible for the planning and management of a range of strategic projects aimed to increase the economic growth, employment, investment, government infrastructure and services in Mandurah.

Imagine a future with us

The City of Mandurah (CoM) is one of the main cultural ambassadors and project leaders for Mandurah. We not only support and empower local businesses, create local jobs and opportunities but foster innovation and creativity in enterprise whilst considering the impact to our beautiful environment. At the City of Mandurah we are building a thriving City connected to its people and nature, delivering possibility for everyone.

At CoM, we look out for one another; prioritise respect, are fair, look after your development and wellbeing; foster an inclusive culture and embrace diversity in all forms. We’re committed to continually building a safe and respectful workplace, where all our people feel appreciated and accepted and achieve their full potential. Every day, your work will make an impact that matters, while you thrive in a dynamic culture of inclusion, collaboration and high performance. At CoM you will find unrivalled opportunities to succeed and realise your full potential.

But enough about us, let’s talk about you

You will:

• Increase awareness of Mandurah as an attractive investment location.
• Facilitate the delivery of the City’s economic development strategies in Mandurah through designated projects, programs, research and analysis, creative ideas and government and business liaison to promote inward investment in high priority sectors.
• Lead and support projects and programs to improve skill development, higher education, and employment outcomes in Mandurah.
• Target key sectors identified through the City’s Transform Mandurah research and other endorsed plans.
• Further develop strategies, business cases, and strategic plans to develop those sectors.
• Attract government commitment, support, and funding.
• Liaise with public and private sector partners to ensure coordination of activities.
• Implement initiatives developed under the Community Strategic Plan and Departmental business plans.
• Provide a high level of service, advice, and support to potential investors as part of an integrated team approach.

What you will bring to the team

To be successful you will have:

• Relevant degree/qualification.
• Current unrestricted C class national driver’s licence.
• Demonstrated professional experience of at least 3 years in economic or business development, private investment attraction and/or delivery and implementation of strategic initiatives.
• Experience in working with the business sector and understanding of factors affecting business growth (desirable).
• Experience in working with the human capital sector and understanding of key issues and opportunities in skill development, higher education, and employment pathways (desirable).
• Sound understanding of the business development and investment process, financial reporting and key factors driving regional economic growth.
• Demonstrated ability to be collaborative and build relationships internally and externally to further the reputation and success of Mandurah.
• Research, analytical thinking and report-writing skills.
• Ability to discuss, articulate and challenge business plans and options.
• Knowledge of Australian and State Government grant funding program.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Self-motivating, outcomes focussed.

The finer details

This full-time position attracts a competitive Level 7 salary rate of $108,804 to $115,610 per annum dependent on qualifications and experience and a wide range of benefits to reward your contribution. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background, identity, experience, ability or thinking style.

Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Great! To apply please visit our Careers page at www.mandurah.wa.gov.au. For further information or any enquiries, please contact Peter Blomfield on (08) 9550 3213. Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Why work with us?

You will be working for the City of Mandurah, an employer of choice and one of Western Australia’s fastest growing local authorities. Our vision at the City is “Woven by waterways, a City that is thriving and connected to its people and nature” and all our employees instil the values of connected, integrity, excellence, courage and innovate.

We are committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing harm is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees and volunteers.

There are many advantages in working for the City, including:

• A fair salary – enjoy great work conditions including salary sacrificing options.
• Access to free staff parking and less than 50 mins to Perth by train and car.
• Superannuation Guarantee Contributions (SGC) payments with matching additional contributions made by the City in accordance with the City’s Enterprise Agreement.
• Health & wellbeing initiatives, including free recreation centre membership.
• Discounted medical insurance.
• Learning and Development opportunities to fuel your amazingness and take your career to the next level.
• Flexible working hours including 9-day fortnight, 19-day month and working from home options.
• Transparent performance framework: approach your work with confidence in how you're tracking, working to professional development plans agreed on by you and your line manager.
• Generous leave entitlements: provisions for many forms of leave; including annual, personal/carers, parental, study, cultural, domestic violence, compassionate and bereavement leave.
• Employee Assistance Program support: you are encouraged to use this free short-term, confidential counselling service if you're experiencing emotional stress, relationship problems, conflict with others or personal issues. It is also available for financial counselling and retirement planning.
• A vibrant Employee Reward & Recognition Program
• Did we mention Study Assistance, a social club, corporate uniform and much more!

Casey Mihovilovich
Chief Executive Officer