Regional Economic Development, Strategy & Coordination, and Engagement (Various Roles)

Desirable Location

We are seeking to recruit people who currently reside in our priority regions, noting that in the Latrobe, Collie and Central Queensland these would be a 100% remote working arrangement (work from home). We currently have offices in Canberra and Sydney, and in the Hunter, there is a small Newcastle presence. However, consideration based on location will determine whether the role will be remote or whether there is an expectation to work some days in the office.

About the Division

The Regional Transformation Division supports the Authority's mission to ensure workers, industries and communities benefit from Australia's transition to a net zero economy. Through a place-based approach, the Authority focuses on four of Australia's key transition regions, the Hunter, Latrobe-Gippsland, Collie and Central Queensland, to foster partnerships and mobilise actions that support sustainable economic and workforce outcomes.

As part of this, the Division also works to ensure First Nations peoples and communities are active participants in, and beneficiaries of, the opportunities created by the transition.

There are four regions’ teams - Hunter, Latrobe-Gippsland, Collie and Central Queensland. Each team leads strategy and advice and coordinates engagement in one priority region. This includes identifying transition challenges and opportunities and working with government, non-government and community stakeholders to facilitate access to opportunities and delivery of associated supports.

About the Roles

The Division are looking to fill multiple roles at the APS 5, APS 6 and Executive Level 1 classifications.

Executive Level 1 (Assistant Director) roles

We are looking to fill a number of Assistant Director roles across the Division, who will lead workstreams within Regional Economic Development, Strategy and Coordination, and Engagement. These roles provide a unique opportunity to contribute to a key Australian Government priority by supporting economic transformation and growth, with a particular focus on opportunities arising from Australia’s energy transition and evolving energy policy landscape.

APS 5 and APS 6 roles

As a Regional Economic Development Officer, you will work closely with Assistant Directors to support the delivery of key projects relevant to the specific team/region. These roles will represent the Authority in the specific region. They will support Authority objectives under the Authority’s Business Plan, especially through strong policy, research and economic development skills. You will bring strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to navigate complex issues in a dynamic operating environment.

Our Ideal Candidates

We are seeking strongly motivated and collaborative professionals who are passionate about supporting regional communities through Australia’s net zero transformation and working on the challenges facing regional workers and communities. They will have a policy and economic background to support the team’s objectives to drive industry and job growth whilst supporting workforce transitioning away from coal industries.

Ideal candidates will have strategic policy skills, including familiarity with Government systems and processes, and have interest in net zero, energy systems, economic development, industry and jobs growth, place-based policy and/or workforce support. Ideal candidates will also understand Commonwealth policy particularly how it relates to supporting industry and jobs growth in NZEA priority regions.

For further details on the Teams in the Division and roles, including the specific duties, capabilities and behaviours to tailor your resume and pitch towards putting your best foot forward, please click the 'Apply Now' button to take you to the Authority's career page to the downloadable Candidate Information Pack.