About the opportunity

Are you passionate about driving regional growth and creating vibrant, thriving communities? We're looking for a dynamic and motivated Economic Development Officer to join our Economic Development and Tourism team.

In this exciting role, you'll be at the forefront of attracting investment, supporting local businesses, and delivering strategic projects that shape the future of the Murray River Council region. From business engagement to tourism development, your work will help unlock opportunities and build long-term economic prosperity.

Ideal Candidate profile

You are someone who thrives on building strong relationships, spotting opportunities, and turning great ideas into action. You’re a strategic thinker who also enjoys rolling up your sleeves to deliver real outcomes. You bring professionalism, creativity, and a collaborative spirit to everything you do.

You’ll feel right at home in this role if you:

Have a passion for regional development and community prosperity

Are skilled at building partnerships with business, government, and community stakeholders

Are solutions-focused and love seeing projects through to completion

Communicate with confidence and clarity, both in writing and in person

Are proactive, organised, and keen to make a lasting impact

Key Responsibilities:

Implement and support initiatives from our Economic Development and Tourism Strategy

Identify and pursue investment and growth opportunities

Build strong relationships with local businesses, government, and industry partners

Deliver economic and tourism events and programs

Manage Council’s economic development presence online and in the community

What you’ll bring:

Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or experience in economic development, tourism, business, or project management

Excellent communication, networking, and stakeholder engagement skills

Proven ability to manage time, priorities, and competing projects

Sound judgement and a creative, solutions-based mindset

Valid driver’s licence and a current Police Check

Why Join Us?

Murray River Council is an award-winning organisation that is modern, dynamic and has a high regard for employee satisfaction and engagement. Murray River Council offers a supportive and flexible environment to assist employees with the right work-life balance.

Offering a high performing and sustainable organisation delivering outcomes for the community through leadership, collaboration and innovation. We have exciting, rewarding career opportunities and flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work/life balance.

We also offer:

Competitive salary plus 12% superannuation.

Great culture with a strong, values led and progressive team.

Enjoy our employee benefits programs and access to salary packaging and novated lease options.

A workplace committed to the Health Safety and Wellbeing of our employees.

A strong commitment to professional development and career growth.

Salary packing options.

Further Information: A copy of the position description and tips on applying can be found on our website www.murrayriver.nsw.gov.au, or for more information, please contact Beck Hayward, Manager Economic Development and Tourism on 1300 087 004.

Wanting to take the next step and apply?

To be considered for an interview, please submit a current resume, cover letter, and document addressing the mandatory selection criteria (as outlined in the position description) to [email protected].

Applications Close: Sunday 24 August 2025

Murray River Council is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace culture, where every individual is appreciated and respected. We wholeheartedly embrace diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from individuals of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. As an equal opportunity employer, we take pride in our commitment to providing fair and equitable opportunities for all.