Penrith City Council is seeking a dynamic and visionary City Economy Program Manager to lead its strategic efforts in investment attraction and economic development, and the delivery of key objectives outlined in the Penrith Economic Development Strategy 2023-2031. About the role In this exciting role, you will be at the forefront of shaping Penrith’s economic landscape. Your leadership will be instrumental in attracting high-value investments, promoting the city as a premier destination for businesses, and driving initiatives that support innovation and sustainable growth. You will be responsible for delivering on the key actions outlined in the Penrith Economic Development Strategy 2023-2031, guiding the city’s economic transformation over the next decade. With Penrith positioned as a key growth hub connected to the new Western Sydney International Airport, you’ll play a pivotal role in crafting strategies that attract investment, grow local jobs, foster partnerships, support local businesses, and create new opportunities for our community. As a natural leader, you will inspire and guide a passionate team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. You’ll be responsible for leading high-impact programs that engage stakeholders from both the public and private sectors, ensuring Penrith remains a competitive and forward-thinking city. Join Penrith City Council and contribute to a bold vision for economic development, where your expertise will drive transformative projects, help achieve strategic objectives and create a thriving city of the future Essential criteria Degree or equivalent qualification in economics, strategy, business or equivalent. Demonstrated experience and success in leading, inspiring and managing high performing multi-disciplinary teams Experience and demonstrated capability in investment attraction Ability to analyse data, economic trends, and measure benefits of Council's economic development initiatives Demonstrated ability to role model collaboration and build influential relationships across diverse stakeholders Desirable criteria Understanding of the local government operating environment Current Class C Driver’s Licence Commencing salary: $125,617.00 per annum, plus 11.5% Superannuation. Access to a Motor Vehicle Allowance is available with this position; however, it is not a condition of employment. How to Apply You may be required to undertake background checks, as relevant to the position for which you have applied. Visit careers.penrith.city to view the position description and to find out more information about employment with Penrith City Council. To submit your application, please apply online using the link below. Applicants are required to submit comprehensive responses to the selection criteria (listed above) as a part of their cover letter. Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will not be considered. Completed applications must be received by 11.55pm on the closing date. Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for the processing of your application. For further information about the position, please contact Alyssa Turner, Executive Assistant, on 4732 7873. Related Opportunities – Economic Attraction Lead Council acknowledges that applicants with skills, qualifications, and experience suited to the City Economy Program Manager position may also be interested in and suited to Council’s role of Economic Attraction Lead which is advertised here https://careers.penrith.city/en/listing/ Council is a Child Safe Organisation, for more information about this please see our website. About us At Penrith City Council, we’re passionate about people; in our community and in our workplace. We want you to be able to be your best self and we get that work is just one part of your life, so we’re here to support you in the moments that matter. As the winner of the 2020 Local Government Excellence in People and Culture Award and an Excellence Award winner in the 2020 Australian HR Awards, you can be confident in joining a workplace that offers truly outstanding benefits, including: A range of flexible work arrangements 18 weeks paid maternity leave Health and wellbeing leave 15 days personal leave Significant financial and leave support for undertaking further education Diverse salary packaging Free access to all Ripples venues And much, much more