Senior Economic Development Officer
Permanent Full Time (with flexible hours)
Band 7 – $108,545.62 + super + RDO (RDO applicable for full-time 38 hours per week only)
Why You’ll Want to Join Us
- Supportive and friendly team environment where we value growth and development
- Award-winning organisation-wide Health and Wellbeing initiatives
- Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment
Benefits Package
- Hybrid Working Policy For those working full time hours - 3 days worked in the office and 2 days WFH
- Exceptional leave entitlements - 16 days personal leave, 18 weeks parental leave, plus cultural leave and compassionate leave
- Health and wellbeing - free EAP counselling, discounted leisure membership 40% off for Staff and 25% off for Managers, salary sacrifice childcare options
- Professional Development – leadership courses and learning workshops, Education Assistance Program featuring study and exam leave and up to 50% course fee reimbursement
About the Role
This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in shaping one of Melbourne’s most dynamic local economies. As a Senior Economic Development Officer, you’ll contribute to Yarra’s place-based economic development agenda, supporting local businesses, activity centres and precincts that define the character of our community.
You’ll join a high-performing, collaborative Economic Development team and work closely with colleagues across Council and external partners to deliver strategic initiatives that support business growth, attract investment, strengthen the visitor and nighttime economy, and build long-term economic resilience.
We’re proud to offer flexible working arrangements, strong internal development pathways, and a culture that prioritises wellbeing and connection. The role plays a key role in delivering initiatives that promote business growth, precinct vitality, investment, and employment opportunities. Working closely with internal teams, local traders, and other partners, the role contributes to creating a resilient, inclusive and sustainable local economy.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for an experienced economic development professional, or someone with a closely related background, who is motivated to deliver place-based outcomes aligned with Council’s Plan, the Economic Development Strategy and a range of exciting economic initiatives across Yarra.
Yarra City Council is a Dynamic and Progressive Organisation, proud of our inclusive culture and diversity. We strive to make a positive difference in people’s lives and our community.
Need More Info?
For further information, please refer to the Position Description or contact Brodie Butler–Robey, Coordinator Economic Development at (03) 9205 5398 or brodie.butler-robey@yarracity.vic.gov.au
101102 - Senior Economic Development Officer - Position Description (January 2026).pdf
Applications close on: Tuesday 27th January 2026 at 11:00am
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please upload your CV, Cover Letter and Key Selection Criteria.
Additional Information
This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check, Working with Children Check and a pre-employment medical assessment prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Yarra's Commitment to Diversity
Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer.
We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.
