El 1 Assistant Director, Applied Economics
2 days ago
Ongoing or non-ongoing opportunities
- $110,203 - $121,238
**Who are we**:
With the enactment of the Water Act 2007, 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, Applied Economics supports and leads social and economic projects related to water management in the Basin. Working at the science policy interface, you will use technical expertise and highly developed leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to produce research insights that improve our understanding of water policy impacts on social and economic changes in the Basin. An important area of focus is Basin Plan costs and benefits including the social and economic value of healthy ecosystems. You will work closely with internal and external experts who understand social, environmental, and economic conditions in the Basin, as well as with other agencies of the Australian Government, the Basin States and wider stakeholders. Strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to communicate effectively to diverse audiences will be key to success.
The
**Assistant Director, Applied Economics** will:
- Support and lead work investigating the impacts (good and bad) of water reform on regional economies, industries and communities in the Murray Darling Basin
- Scope, commission and manage applied economic and social research projects
- Synthesise diverse, complex, contentious and at times conflicting social and economic data and knowledge to contribute to Basin-scale water policy and planning
- Ensure the MDBA’s social and economic research investments support the strategic aims of the MDBA in relation to Basin Plan implementation and the Basin Plan Review
- Prepare written material for internal and external audiences
- Represent the MDBA, engage with stakeholders, and supervise junior staff.
**Our benefits**:
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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