This is a Senior Economic Development Officer role with Queensland Government based in Rockhampton City, QLD, AU Queensland Government Role Seniority - senior More about the Senior Economic Development Officer role at Queensland Government We want you to be a part of a team that is making a difference by leading industry development and regional programs, aligned to the Department’s strategic plan. Your opportunity You will assist in connecting industry, businesses, community, and government at all levels to create place-based solutions that leverage regional strengths and unlock sustainable growth. This is your chance to be part of a team that supports new industry development, attracts new investors to Queensland, works with existing business to be part of major projects and contributes to the economic prosperity of the region. For This Role We Are Looking For Strengths In Regional and Remote Economic Development Analysis and assessment Interpersonal skills Project facilitation and delivery Written Communication Adaptability & flexibility Your responsibilities Assist and engage in the promotion of departmental service offerings to support regional economic growth and supply chain development particularly in the Central Highlands and Central Western Queensland areas Assist and engage in the coordination and delivery of departmental programs, industry initiatives, workshops, industry events Develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and other government agencies to support the delivery of regional outcomes in regional and remote Queensland Facilitate connections across government and non-government agencies to progress regional projects that align to Departmental priority industries Support regional leadership and capacity building to deliver on economic priorities of regional communities Identify opportunities and contribute positively to team activities including project planning and implementation Applications to remain current for 12 months. Job Ad Reference: QLD/674316/25 Closing Date: Friday, 16 January 2026 Occupational group Project Management Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Queensland Government team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Promoting departmental services ️ Coordinating departmental programs Building stakeholder relationships Key Strengths Regional and Remote Economic Development Interpersonal skills Project facilitation and delivery A Final Note: This is a role with Queensland Government not with Hatch.
