Coordinator Economic Development

Permanent - Full Time Position (Flexible)

Band 8 - $ 122,746.59 - $ 137,547.07 + super (increasing to 12% July 2025) + RDO (RDO applicable for full time 38 hours per week only)

• 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  

Are you a strategic thinker and relationship builder with a passion for enhancing vibrant local economies? Join the City of Yarra as our Coordinator Economic Development and lead a dynamic team committed to supporting our diverse and evolving business community.

As a key leader within the City of Yarra, you will:

• Lead and develop a high-performing Economic Development Unit, delivering innovative initiatives that respond to the changing needs of local businesses.
• Drive strategic planning and implement programs that enhance business development, strengthen the visitor and nighttime economy, and increase Yarra’s economic and social prosperity.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with local businesses, industry groups, and stakeholders to support our activity centres and employment precincts through a place-based approach.
• Promote Yarra as a thriving destination for visitors and a great place to do business.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in one of Melbourne’s most vibrant inner-city communities. If you are a collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about economic growth and community wellbeing, we want to hear from you.

This position includes regular work outside of the office, and you will need to work at alternative locations as required.

For further information see the position description or contact Kate Yuncken, Manager City Strategy on (03) 9205 5309 kate.yuncken@yarracity.vic.gov.au

 101100 - Coordinator Economic Development - Position Description (April 2025).pdf

Applications close on Sunday 6 July 2025 at 11:55pm.

 To apply for this role, please upload your CV, Cover Letter and Key Selection Criteria.

*This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check 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 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.