Assistant Director, Northern Basin Policy 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.
The Position
The Assistant Director Northern Basin Policy Team supports the Basin Plan Review by providing policy expertise, operational knowledge and subject matter expertise focused on the northern Basin. This role involves working with multiple BPR projects to help ensure current and emerging risks and opportunities for the northern Basin are effectively considered and integrated into broader existing BPR activities, and into Authority advice.
Your key responsibilities in this role are to:
Contribute Northern Basin focused technical expertise, on-ground knowledge, and lead complex policy analysis to inform possible changes to the Basin Plan regulatory framework.
Liaise and foster effective and collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders to develop and build support for innovative policy options relevant to the northern Basin.
Help manage preparation and coordination of policy documents, briefing materials, and correspondence including reporting to internal program, strategy, and governance forums.
Support project management of the BPR Regulatory Design Project and other key BPR project teams within the Basin Plan Review.
What we offer you:
Opportunity to work on projects contributing to shaping the future of Australia's natural assets.
Variety of interesting and challenging work with the opportunity to apply your knowledge and expertise.
Competitive remuneration packages, including up to 15.4% superannuation.
Generous leave provisions (four weeks annual leave) and additional Non-attendance days between Christmas and New Year.
Being part of a smaller agency with a strong focus on connection with people.
Professional, committed, and friendly team environment.
Recognition and value for First Nations people and their contributions.
Flexible Working Arrangements for better work-life balance.
Access to health and wellbeing programs.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
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