Josh's Water Jobs – EL2 - Director, Murray Assessment

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 Murray Assessment Director will:

Oversee the River Murray Assessment Process (forecasting states bulk water shares)
Provide support to the River Management Accounts (the accounting and sharing of states water under the Murray Darling Basin Agreement)
design and implement a range of improvements to meet contemporary accounting, communication, transparency and modelling standards.
be responsible for overseeing environmental accounting and improvements,
be responsible a range of modelling and data services in support
Represent MDBA and joint venture interests with Snowy
Work with state agencies to meet their current and future Murray accounting needs
Manage a small team

The Director must work closely with the Hydrological Analysis and River Operations branches on behalf of the joint venture of the Commonwealth, NSW, VIC and SA.

Your key responsibilities in this role are to:

Oversee MDBA assessment processes and identifying opportunities to improve
Oversee environmental accounting procedures and documentation
Work with a range of internal teams to continually improve accounting practices, tools and outputs for state agencies in their allocation processes.
Document processes and procedures for future training and development training tools to improve training efficiency and outcomes
Support modelling and data analysis tasks in conjunction with Hydrological analysis and River Operations branches
Support Operations & Water Liaison Working Group (state advisory group) on a range of issues including but not limited to sharing the Murray
Represent the MDBA on Snowy water licence issues and Snowy Hydro liaison

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.
At the MDBA you will undertake a variety of interesting and challenging work. You will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge and expertise, and work with the Australian community to support a critical resource management initiative.
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.
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.

Tell me more:
It is easy to apply for a job at the MDBA. Go to www.mdba.gov.au/careers and tell us what makes you the ideal candidate. Take the opportunity to work with the MDBA as we continue to make a difference through the protection and enhancement of the environment.

For more information regarding this opportunity contact Tom Zouch, tom.zouch@mdba.gov.au, 0448 621 722.

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