Economic Development Manager- Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council
This is a great opportunity to secure immediate work in the Public Sector on a temporary basis - if you come from an economic management background, apply today to find out more!
About the role:
- £25.79 per hour
- Monday to Friday
- 37 hours per week
- Mossley Mill
- Up to 6 months (possibility of extension)
- Please note deadline for applications is Friday 8th August, However, you can register your interest for current and upcoming Council vacancies by applying today.
Your focus:
- Support Heads of Service in planning, developing and delivering a wide range of economic development, investment and regeneration initiatives.
- Contribute to the delivery of Council’s economic growth goals aligned with Community Planning objectives.
- Act as a key member of the economic development team delivering against Council policies and priorities.
- Lead programmes focused on entrepreneurship, job creation, skills and employability, and town and village regeneration.
- Manage infrastructure and technology improvement projects supporting local economic development.
- Attract new investment and create employment opportunities across the borough.
- Lead the development and submission of funding bids including Shared Prosperity and Levelling Up Funds.
- Ensure initiatives support community priorities such as prosperity, opportunity, and vibrant local places.
What you'll need for this role:
- A degree in Business, Management, Economics, Town Planning, Planning, Urban Development, Finance, Regeneration or any other relevant qualification.
- OR consideration may be given to those candidates who do not hold the above academic qualifications but who can demonstrate a minimum of four years relevant experience as outlined below
- At least 2 years’ experience in an economic role to include all the following:
- Managing staff, contracts and budget for the achievement of economic development, investment or regeneration projects
- Managing programmes including the implementation, review and monitoring of largescale economic development initiatives.
- Developing strategy and implementing policy in a team working context.
- Experience of building strong and positive relationships with the business community and working with business organisations
- A full current driving licence valid in the UK and access to a vehicle OR have access to a form of transport that enables you to carry out the duties of the post
If this sounds like the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you! Even if you don’t meet every listed requirement, we encourage you to apply – we may have other suitable roles for you. Apply online, email [email protected], or call Gillian on 028 2563 1555 to find out more.
Riada Resourcing is an equal opportunities employer.