El1 Assistant Director, Environmentally Sustainable

2 weeks ago


Canberra, Australia Murray Darling Basin Authority Full time

Ongoing or non-ongoing opportunities
- $110,203 - $121,238

**Who are we**:
With the enactment of the Water Act 2007 (Cth), the Murray-Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) was established as an independent expertise-based statutory agency.

For the first time in the Basin's history, one Basin-wide institution is responsible for planning the Basin's water resources, with all planning decisions made in the interest of the Basin as a whole.

Our most important work is to:

- prepare, implement and review an integrated plan for the sustainable use of the Basin's water resources
- operate the River Murray system and efficiently deliver water to users on behalf of partner governments
- measure, monitor and record the quality and quantity of the Basin's water resources
- supporting, encourage and conduct research and investigations about the Basin's water resources and dependent ecosystems
- advise the Australian Government Minister responsible for water on the accreditation of state water resource plans
- provide water rights information to facilitate water trading across the Basin
- engage and educate the Australian community about the Basin's water resources.

**Who are we looking for**:
The
**Assistant Director** role will:

- Manage a small team of technical staff to undertake modelling and scientific analysis
- Lead timely analysis and research on water policy and complex technical issues associated with assessments of environmental sustainability and provide strategic advice and recommendations
- Develop and manage a project plan and resourcing to deliver a critical science and modelling program
- Provide briefings and advice to a range of stakeholders including senior management and the board using a strategic understanding of the Basin Plan and the role of science in its implementation, operation, and review
- Engage and negotiate with a range of internal and external stakeholders to present the agency’s views to key stakeholders in the context of very complex and sensitive issues

**Relocation packages**:
Relocation packages are available, and we are committed to a flexible and inclusive workplace that will suit you and your individual needs. Joining us means you will contribute your expertise as part of an agile working environment that offers an attractive salary package, including up to 15.4% superannuation. You will also be eligible to receive a wide range of employee benefits, support for flexible working arrangements and have excellent working conditions. We support the professional development of our people, and the chance to try new things across our variety of capabilities and work locations.

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