Aps6 River Modernisation Project Officers

Ongoing
- $98,575 - $108,492 plus superannuation
- Canberra, Mildura or Wodonga

**Join us to shape the future of one of Australia’s greatest natural assets and protect it for future generations.**

**We are seeking people who want to contribute to a significant water reform program that aims to respond to the impacts of climate change, support community and industry needs, and improve access to water for First Nations people.**

The Murray-Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) is an independent government agency which, in partnership with Basin governments, manages the Murray-Darling Basin’s water resources in the national interest. With the enactment of the Water Act 2007, the MDBA was established as an independent expertise-based statutory agency.

The MDBA aims to achieve a healthy working Basin for the benefit of all Australians. The Murray-Darling Basin contains a rich diversity of natural environments that are unique in Australia and the world. The Basin is also crucial to Australia’s economy and home to 2.3 million Australians, including people from over 50 First Nations. How we manage the Basin as a whole connected system, manage our water carefully, and protect it for future generations is set out in the Murray-Darling Basin Plan.

**The Position**

The River Modernisation Project Officer roles will work with an interdisciplinary team to drive the continuous improvement of the operation of the River Murray system. The roles support a range of activities including policy development, data and option analysis, incident management and planning, and stakeholder engagement. The roles work closely with the River Murray Operations and Environmental water delivery functions and state and commonwealth water management agencies.

**Your key responsibilities in this role are to**
- Support the maintenance of the River Murray system operating framework, including reviewing key operational activities, analysing data and information and proposing improvements to River Murray operation arrangements.
- Support a review of the resilience of the operation of the River Murray system and underpinning legislation and data systems.
- Support the review of the Basin Plan regarding its potential impacts on and interaction with the operation of the River Murray System, particularly the provision of Critical Human Water Needs.
- Support the implementation and improvement of River Murray system water trade policy.
- Support the investigation and assessment options for reinstating water delivery capacity in the River Murray system.
- Work closely with state water management agencies and other stakeholders regarding the operation of the River Murray system.
- Assist the River Murray Operations branch in delivering its key actions and deliverables.
- Support and contribute to the management of governance, project and procurement processes.

The roles work closely with other parts of the River Management Portfolio and the Murray-Darling Basin Authority, Australian Government and Basin State water management agencies and wider stakeholders.

**What we offer you**
- You will have the opportunity to work on projects where you contribute to shaping the future of one of Australia’s greatest natural assets and protect it for future generations.
- Competitive remuneration packages, including up to 15.4% superannuation, and recognition of prior APS government service.
- Generous leave provisions (four weeks annual leave) and additional Non-attendance days between Christmas and New Year provided.
- Being part of a smaller agency with a strong focus on its connection with people.
- Being part of a professional, committed, and friendly team of people.
- Being part of an organisation that recognises and values First Nations people, and their contribution to our work. We have an innovative Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) aimed at improving relationships, showing respect, and increasing opportunities to deliver outcome for First Nations peoples as part of our business-as-usual activities.
- Competitive Flexible Working Arrangements which allow greater flexibility and balance between work and personal needs with a baseline attendance in the office to be 40% of your time.
- A range of healthy lifestyle provisions, including access to a health and wellbeing program.
- Opportunities for professional development, and career progression across a variety of roles and work locations.

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