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Manager - Economic Development, Bundaberg Burnett Regional Office
Bundaberg - Burnett; Regional Development - South; State Development; Bundaberg
As Manager, Economic Development, you will lead, develop and deliver strategies and initiatives to achieve the priorities of the Department. You will connect industry, businesses, community, and government at all levels to create place-based solutions that leverage regional strengths and unlock sustainable growth.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Management |
| Classification | AO8 |
| Workplace Location | Wide Bay |
| Job ad reference | QLD/687689/26 |
| Closing date | 11-May-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 17/07/26 with possibility of extension |
| Contact person | Lauren Fearne |
| Contact details | Ph: 0409 287 832 Access the National Relay Service |
Your Strengths
We're looking for the best-suited applicant for the role. We focus on your strengths by assessing a combination of your competencies, knowledge-based skills and behaviours. For this role we are looking for strengths in:
• Written communication
• Analysis and assessment
• Strategic thinking
• Project facilitation, management and delivery
• Interpersonal skills
• Working collaboratively
Your responsibilities
• Lead and manage projects, work teams (including external advisors) and group activities focusing on the Queensland Government's priorities, particularly those relating to regional industry development.
• Provide advice on supply chain gaps and opportunities, and work collaboratively across government, industry and with individual clients to identify and catalyse solutions.
• Undertake effective stakeholder management and client engagement particularly with industry to identify and address emerging issues and opportunities, including managing competing work unit priorities.
• Prepare high quality reports, submissions, briefing notes, commentary, policy, presentations, documents, publications and correspondence.
• Foster a culture of teamwork that values performance, superior client service, a shared purpose and strong team culture, continuous improvement and innovation in the delivery of high-quality services.
Applications will remain current for 12 months.
Closing Date: Monday, 11 May 2026
Job Ad Reference: QLD/687689/26
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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Documents
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687689 26 Role Description (Word, 174KB)
Role Description
