• High impact, career-defining role based in Kalgoorlie-Boulder.
• Build strong working relationships and networks across the public and private sector.
• Drive regional economic development across government, industry, and community sectors.
• Housing and relocation assistance are provided for eligible candidates.

The Goldfields-Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) is a Western Australian Government agency committed to promoting economic development in the Goldfields-Esperance region of Western Australia.

The GEDC works in partnership with government, industry and the community to deliver investment and economic outcomes in the regions.

Working in Kalgoorlie-Boulder - at the heart of the thriving Goldfields-Esperance region, this is a high impact role that will enhance your networks and leadership capability.

The Opportunity

Working with the GEDC CEO and Board, the Director Regional Development will provide advice and leadership to deliver economic initiatives across the region and achieve regional development outcomes.

You will foster highly effective consultative and collaborative working relationships and networks with key stakeholders across the public and private sectors, around matters relating to investment and development of the Goldfields-Esperance region. You will liaise with government agencies based in Perth and the regions to influence policy and investment outcomes.

The role plans for and manages the operations of the GEDC aligned with the Board’s strategic objectives, manages corporate governance functions and plays a key role in mentoring and supporting staff.

This opportunity is based with the GEDC and the employing agency for the role is DPIRD.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be an authentic leader with experience driving economic development initiatives and facilitating the delivery of government investment and strategic projects. We are looking for an individual with demonstrated experience in regional or economic development (or related disciplines) together with experience in corporate management, who will utilise these skills to facilitate development and growth of the Goldfields-Esperance region.

You must have a robust and contemporary knowledge of economic development practice, government policy and programs and issues affecting regional Western Australia. You will have excellent communication skills with the ability to advise, influence and facilitate effectively with diverse stakeholders. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience implementing initiatives, managing projects and achieving results.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strategic focus, an aptitude for innovative problem solving, and an ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic, stakeholder focussed environment. As the role is responsible for managing GEDC operations, it is essential you have demonstrated experience managing resources wisely and with integrity.

We are looking for the right fit for our team – an empowering management style together with community centred values are essential qualities for the right candidate. You must enjoy working with people, have a ‘can do’ mindset and embrace working across a diverse range of issues and opportunities across the region.

Get ready to apply

Applying for this role is straightforward. Please apply through Jobs WA.

Equity and Diversity

At GEDC and DPIRD we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.

Need further information?

For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Kris Starcevich, Chief Executive Officer at GEDC, on 0419 839 234 during office hours.

Am I eligible to apply?

To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term or a casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period as part of your application.