Economic Development Cadet
Extraordinary Wollongong for our community
Our Wollongong Our Future Community Strategic Plan ****.
Wollongong is a great place to work, live and play!
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The Opportunity
What you will be doing
Supporting economic development projects and initiatives.
Researching and analysing economic data and trends.
Preparing written, visual and verbal information.
Working with teams across Council.
Supporting engagement with internal and external stakeholders.
Helping identify opportunities for economic growth.
Contributing ideas and solutions to local economic issues.
About you
Has completed the equivalent of one full time year of study in a Degree in Economics, Business or a related field and is eligible to enter their second year of study in ****.
Has a genuine interest in economics, business and the Wollongong economy.
Demonstrates strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
Has well developed written, verbal and digital communication skills.
Is reliable, self motivated and takes ownership of their learning and professional development.
Works effectively as part of a team and builds positive working relationships with others.
Has strong organisational skills and can manage competing priorities to meet deadlines.
Adapts well to new challenges, changing priorities and different work environments.
Demonstrates attention to detail and a commitment to producing high quality work.
Seeks and responds positively to feedback from mentors, supervisors and colleagues.
Has a commitment to understanding and applying Work Health and Safety principle
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Why you'll love working at Wollongong City Council!
True work-life balanceWe know you work hard, and we make sure that effort is rewarded with real flexibility. Our hybrid work options, flex-time,



and rostered days off mean you can maintain balance while delivering outstanding outcomes.
Great working conditionsEnjoy a 35-hour work week or a 9-day fortnight with a regular rostered day off (RDO).
Career growth and recognitionWe are committed to supporting your personal and professional development. Our initiatives include a reward and recognition program, corporate learning opportunities, study assistance, and leadership development programs to help you grow and succeed.
Generous leave provisionsBenefit from five weeks of annual leave per year (pro rata) and access long service leave after just five years.
Health, safety, and wellbeingWe prioritise a safe workplace for everyone, every day, everywhere. Our wellbeing programs support mental, physical and social wellbeing of our people to be at their best and include an Employee Assistance Program, skin and hearing checks and discounted gym memberships.
A vibrant social cultureJoin our Social Club for monthly activities, an annual trivia night, and fantastic Christmas events!
Participate and engage in meaningful work, and contribute to our extraordinary community, where together we make a difference.
Applications close
11:59pm Sunday 23 August ****.
We invite everyone to apply no matter your identity, you'll be welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people who are culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD), people with disability and veterans.
Wollongong Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people in the community.
Applicants are required to undergo a rigorous employment screening process which will include Reference, Identity and Medical History Checks, and may also include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

📌 Economic Development Cadet (New South Wales)
🏢 Important Business
📍 New South Wales