Tourism and Economic Development Manager - Full Time

Position Objectives:

The purpose and function of this position is to:

• Develop and oversee all operational and staffing duties at the Waltzing Matilda Centre (WMC).
• Facilitate the implementation of the Winton Shire Council Economic Development Strategy and Action Plan, and provide robust advice on matters relating to economic development, job creation and industry growth within the Winton Shire.
• Work collaboratively with the community to enhance their capacity to identify their aspirations with a focus to advance business and tourism opportunities, create employment opportunities and contribute to economic sustainability for the Shire.
• Oversee the development and implementation of Councils communication strategy, to effectively inform and promote Council’s brand, the region, and its product and services, to ensure clear, consistent, accurate and targeted messaging.
• Ensure the effective management Council’s major events, support and grow existing events and attract new events and conferences to the region.

Qualifications: 

Experience and skills required for the position include:

• Tertiary qualifications in Commerce, Economics, Business or other relevant discipline and extensive experience in a similar role.
• Project management/planning skills with the ability to work on multiple projects concurrently, demonstrating suitable time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines,
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify commercial opportunities and connect local businesses with those opportunities,
• Proven ability to think strategically and make informed and considered decisions,
• Detailed knowledge of funding opportunities and proven ability in securing funding,
• Proven ability to work independently and take ownership to resolve factors that may influence the delivery of service to customers in a timely and accurate manner
• Demonstrated experience and proven ability in facility management and on-going development,
• Experience in design, implementation and evaluation of museum and/or gallery programs,
• Experience in marketing and communication,
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to prepare presentations, Council documents and reports,
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, mentor and motivate staff, and
• Hold and maintain a “C” Class Manual driver’s licence with the ability to drive in rural and remote locations.

Requirements:

The following requirements and working conditions will be necessary in this role:

• Undertake internal/external training, which may at times be outside of normal work hours,
• The Council Employee Code of Conduct applies to this position,
• Travel within the Shire may be required of this position (Council will supply a vehicle for business use only), and
• Work duties outside normal business hours may be required from time-to-time of this position. 

Key Selection Criteria:

The applicant’s suitability for this role will be assessed against the following competencies:

• SC1: Tertiary qualifications in Economics, Business or an appropriate field relevant to tourism and economic development.
• SC2: A thorough understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing business and industry, and how local government can facilitate economic growth and development.
• SC3: A strong understanding of the drivers of commercial, retail and industrial investment and the factors that influence a business location and investment decisions.
• SC4: Management and supervisory experience with the ability to lead, mentor, inspire and motivate a team of professional staff.
• SC5: Detailed knowledge of funding opportunities and proven ability in securing funding from corporate and public organisations including ability to undertake a marketing plan for implementation into the system.
• SC6: Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively with a high degree of flexibility and confidentiality within a changing workplace environment.
• SC7: Well-developed personal attributes and interpersonal skills, including communication, presentation, problem solving, negotiation and conflict resolution.
• SC8: Excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to prepare documents, reports and briefing papers.

Lodge a formal application to jobs@winton.qld.gov.au by 5:00 pm 12th March 2020 comprising three documents:

• CV
• A cover letter of up to two pages detailing how your skills, qualifications, and experience enable you to meet the requirement of the position.