Are you looking for a short-term tree change or working holiday opportunity? This 12-18 month role will allow you to travel to one of the most beautiful destinations in Australia and help the Swifts Creek region and their passionate locals to foster new industries, post forestry transition!

About the Project

The Swifts Creek Future Project is part of the Forestry Transition Program, designed to support communities as their economies transition and seek to foster new industries. The Local Development Strategy works with the whole community to identify opportunities for growth, innovation, and a sustainable future for the region.

 
About the Role

As the Swifts Creek Future Project Manager, you’ll play a key role in implementing the Local Development Strategy, working alongside the community to drive innovation, investment, and sustainable growth.

This role is perfect for an experienced project manager with a passion for regional growth and reinvigoration!

You'll collaborate with local stakeholders, businesses, and government agencies to explore new opportunities and strengthen the region’s economy.
Key responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation of the Swifts Creek Local Development Strategy
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and performance metrics
• Build strong partnerships with the community and other relevant stakeholders
• Facilitate research, economic analysis, and business case development
• Oversee events, engagement plans, and community outreach initiatives

There is flexibility in the duration and EFT through negotiation.

Flexibility of 0.6 EFT to 1 EFTMaximum tenure ending December 2026, to be negotiated depending on EFT.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in project management, economic development or regional renewal
• Ability to analyse data and develop strategic proposals
• A track record of delivering collaborative projects with government, business and regional communities
• Degree or diploma in business, economics or other relevant degree with extensive and diverse relevant experience and/or post graduate qualifications.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

If you’re ready to help shape Swift Creeks future, collaborate with a passionate community and work within a supportive and energised team, we want to hear from you!

Questions? Contact Prue McTaggart, Manager Economic Development, on 03 5153 9500

East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, gender diverse people, religiously, culturally and linguistically diverse people and people of any age.

East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and has a zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. To uphold these standards a valid working with children check is required to be held for applicable positions.

• Accmodation: Not Included
• Meals: Not Included
• Sponsorship: Not Available
• 2nd Year Visa: Not Eligible