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.
At the MDBA, we are committed to diversity and inclusion across our workforce, and in the way that we work.
We recognise the importance of making the best use of the unique perspectives, experience, knowledge and skills across our regionalised organisation.
We strive to create a workplace where our people flourish in a welcoming and culturally safe environment.
We encourage and welcome applications from people with disability, First Nations peoples, LGBTIQ+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people.
Who are we looking for:
The Assistant Director will:
• Lead the strategic direction, planning and project management of the development of new tools, operational practices and policies, to improve environmental water management.
• Provide accurate and expert advice based on analyses of issues and risks.
• Liaise closely with other work areas within the MDBA and consult, negotiate and foster effective working relationships with a diverse range of jurisdictional agencies.
• Oversee impactful and effective written material such as reports and briefing papers.
• Represent and negotiate on behalf of the agency in cross-agency and inter-jurisdictional forums.
• Provide leadership in supporting a collaborative team culture and be responsible for the supervision and development of staff.
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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