Principal Economic Development Advisor
Role Description
Employment Opportunity
We are dedicated to providing the highest quality services for the well-being of our citizens. Joining the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is an opportunity to challenge yourself – contribute your best and be inspired by the people and environment around you.
Office of the Chief Executive
Principal Economic Development Advisor
• Innovative, high-profile, multi-million-dollar projects and upgrades
• Play a critical role bringing our City’s strategic civil projects to life
• Join a friendly organisation with excellent working conditions
Annual salary of $116,112 - $123,285 + 12% Statutory Superannuation
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is an inner eastern metropolitan Council, nestled on the outskirts of the CBD. The area enjoys a reputation as one of Adelaide’s most desirable places to live, work, study and visit.
In this exciting new role, you will be responsible for fostering and promoting economic development and business growth. You will play a crucial role in driving growth and economic prosperity across the City. The role extends beyond individual projects or initiatives, as the Principal Advisor also contributes to the long-term planning, to assist the City’s business sector to build resilience and adapt to changing economic conditions. The Advisor’s insights assist to inform strategic decision making at all levels of the organisation to ensure that the Council’s economic development objectives and targets are met.
The Role
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Principal Economic Development Advisor is responsible for:
• Developing strategies for economic growth, supporting local businesses and attracting investment through analysis, project management, new initiatives and promotion.
• Working with various stakeholders including business owners and property owners, Government agencies and community leaders, to develop partnerships and implement initiatives such business development programs and urban regeneration.
• Developing and implementing economic development strategies and policies that align with the Council’s objectives.
• Providing technical assistance, advice and resources to new and existing businesses to encourage growth and sustainability.
• Identifying opportunities to attract new investment, manage promotional activities and facilitate connections between investors and local partners.
• Managing and delivery of a variety of economic development projects including feasibility studies and urban regeneration activities.
• Analysing data and reporting, through research and analysing economic trends, market gaps and labour market data, to inform decision making and prepare reports.
• Representing Council in discussions(collaboration).
• Preparing clear, evidence-based reports, briefings, recommendations to ELT and the Council.
About You
To be successful in this position you will be a pro-active team player who takes pride in the work you do and possess the following skills and experience:
• Qualification in Economic Development, Tourism, Marketing or Strategic Planning or relevant qualification.
• Minimum 7 Years experience in a similar or related field.
• Well-developed strategic thinking skills.
• Project management skills.
• Demonstrate ability to provide high-level strategic advice.
• Highly developed briefing and report writing
Benefits
• Work a nine (9) day fortnight / One (1) Rostered-Day-Off each month
• Training and professional development support and opportunities
• Study assistance
• Income protection (illness, accident & injury)
• Confidential & free access to the Employee Assistance Program 24/7
• Healthy Lifestyles Program
• Annual salary increases
Specific enquiries may be directed to the Council’s Chief Executive Officer, Mario Barone via his Executive Assistant on 8366 4520.
Applications close on Thursday, 5 March 2026 at 5pm.
Additional Information
| Job Title / Number: | Principal Economic Development Advisor (Job # qA199517) |
|---|---|
| Department: | Office of the Chief Executive Office |
| Type: | Full-Time |
| Location: |
Norwood Town Hall. Note: Maybe required to work at various office locations |
| Supporting Document: | Position & Person Description |
| Application Close Date: | 05/03/2026 |
| Application Close Time: | 5:00 PM |
Contact Details
| Position Title: | CEO via Executive Assistant |
|---|---|
| Department: | Office of the Chief Executive Office |
| Name: | Giulia Flowers |
| Phone: | 8366 4568 |
| Email: | gflowers@npsp.sa.gov.au |
