Advance your career, enjoy an idyllic lifestyle, and make a difference in one of Queensland's most dynamic regions.

CHDC's Future Economy Coordinator is a newly-created role to lead the delivery of Frontier CQ, an initiative that brings together business, industry, government, and community stakeholders to drive a future-focused Central Highlands economy.

- 5 weeks annual leave
- 12% super; phone and laptop allowances; salary sacrifice available

The successful applicant will be based at Emerald, a large inland town with excellent infrastructure, a thriving social scene, and on the doorstep to pristine natural attractions.

This is one of three career-boosting vacancies that has opened at CHDC.

About the role

Central Highlands Development Corporation (CHDC) is the lead economic and tourism development agency for the Central Highlands, Queensland.

CHDC's full-time Future Economy Coordinator will be responsible for leading the delivery of Frontier CQ, a new initiative to drive a future-focused Central Highlands economy. The role will bring Frontier CQ's roadmap to life by building strong partnerships, coordinating regional innovation activity and supporting economic diversification across the region.

Duties/Key Responsibilities

- Frontier CQ Program Leadership: Lead the delivery of Frontier CQ, ensuring activities align with CHDC's strategic priorities and regional economic goals.
- Stakeholder Network Leadership: Build and coordinate a regional innovation network, fostering collaboration across industry, government, education and community partners.
- Regional Engagement & Advocacy:



Represent CHDC in innovation and economic development forums, strengthening the region's profile and influence.
- Research, Insights & Future Planning: Monitor trends, identify opportunities and provide strategic insights to support innovation, investment and economic diversification.
- Industry Growth & Innovation: Develop and deliver initiatives that support industry capability, innovation adoption and regional competitiveness.
- Communications & Reporting: Prepare high-quality reports, stakeholder communications and promotional material, while showcasing Frontier CQ's progress and outcomes.
- Team & Culture: Contribute to a positive workplace culture and represent CHDC with professionalism, integrity and collaboration.

Skills and Experience

- Qualifications and/or experience in regional development, project delivery, stakeholder engagement or a related field.
- Robust understanding of business, industry and regional economic development.
- Proven stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
- Ability to identify opportunities, analyse information and translate ideas into practical outcomes.
- Strong communication, organisational and Microsoft 365 skills.
- Current driver's licence.

- 5 weeks annual leave
- 12% superannuation, phone and laptop allowances, and salary sacrifice options
- Diverse projects and opportunities to expand your skills, experience and professional network
- A supportive and dynamic organisation with flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities

Applications close at 11:59pm (AEST) on Sunday 20 September 2026.

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