- Influence strategic economic development initiatives that shape Melbourne’s future!
- $121,095 - $136,286 + 12% Super
- Permanent, Full Time Opportunity
About the role
The Senior Policy Officer (Economic Development) sits within the Economic Development, International and Investment branch and offers an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of Melbourne’s economy through strategic policy development, economic insights and influential stakeholder engagement.
This role plays a key part in delivering impactful outcomes for our community and supporting the strategic goals of the City of Melbourne. Working within the Economic Insights team, you will synthesise economic data, industry intelligence and stakeholder insights to inform strategic decision-making and support initiatives that drive economic growth across the city.
You’ll prepare high-quality briefing materials, presentations and policy advice for senior executives and elected leaders, while collaborating across the organisation and with external partners to support major economic development priorities. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful city-shaping work in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment
A little more about the role
- Develop evidence-based economic policy advice, reports and briefing materials for senior leaders and stakeholders
- Analyse economic trends, policy developments and market insights to inform strategic decision-making
- Build and maintain strong internal and external stakeholder relationships to support economic development outcomes
- Support the implementation of key economic development initiatives and contribute to organisation-wide strategic priorities
Why join Team Melbourne?
Located on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin Nation, Melbourne is globally recognised as one of the most liveable, diverse, and dynamic cities.
At the heart of it all is the City of Melbourne – a passionate, purpose-driven organisation where your work truly matters. As part of Team Melbourne, you’ll help deliver what’s most important to the people who live, work, study, visit and invest in our great city.
We’re proud champions of diversity, committed to continuous improvement, and driven by a shared vision for a vibrant and sustainable future.
This is more than just a role – it’s your chance to make a real impact, contribute to something bigger, and shape Melbourne’s future alongside a collaborative and forward-thinking team.
About you
You are a strategic thinker with a strong interest in economic development, policy and city shaping. Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders, you bring strong communication skills, sound judgement and a collaborative mindset to everything you do.
You may also be:
- A confident communicator who can present complex information in clear and engaging ways
- Someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys working across multiple strategic priorities
What your experience might look like
- Demonstrated experience developing policy positions, reports and briefing materials in economic development, public policy or a related field
- Strong experience preparing high-quality written materials and presentations for senior executives or external stakeholders
- Proven ability to build productive relationships and collaborate across teams and stakeholder groups
- Experience translating complex economic data and policy concepts into accessible and actionable insights
- A relevant tertiary qualification in economics, public policy, commerce, public administration or a related discipline, or equivalent experience
Benefits of working with us
- Attractive remuneration & benefits: Excellent pay package with a range of exciting benefits. Flexible working, study assistance & other great corporate discounts.
- Excellent leave entitlements: Enjoy up to 20 weeks of fully paid parental leave for primary carers, in addition to the government-funded parental leave, with no waiting period to access. Part-time equivalents are also available for added flexibility.
- Career progression: Career development support and opportunities to learn new skills within a creative and exciting environment.
- Work-life balance and hybrid working: We support flexible hours, alternative work arrangements (like ADOs), and hybrid work-from-home options.
How to apply
We'd love to hear how you can make an impact in this role! As part of your application, you will be required to:
- Attach your updated resume
- Include a cover letter (max one page) outlining your relevant experience and why you're a great fit for this role.
Submit your application no later than 11:45pm on Friday, 5 June 2026.
A few important things to note – don’t miss out!
- Applications must be submitted online. Unfortunately, we can’t accept applications via email, so please be sure to apply through the official job link provided.
- Apply early! This role may close sooner than the listed closing date if we find the right candidate — so don’t wait to get your application in.
- We are a child safe organisation. The City of Melbourne has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All employees undergo thorough safety screening, including a Police Check and, for most roles, a Working with Children Check.
Need more info?
Refer to the position description below or contact Yossi Goldfarb – Economic Insights Manager, [email protected].
Inclusion matters
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from all cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and people of all ages and faith backgrounds.
We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all applicants. If you require any adjustments, please let us know via the application prompts or inform our Careers team if you’re contacted for an interview.
