Job Title: Senior Project Officer – Senior Ecohydrology Analyst
Ongoing / Non-ongoing - Full time $98,575 - $108,492
Canberra, Goondiwindi, Griffith, Mildura, Wodonga
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.
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 Program This role is part of the Applied Science Program within the Basin Strategy and Knowledge Portfolio. This Program is responsible for synthesising and communicating science to internal and external stakeholders. The Applied Science Program provides an effective science base for the MDBA's water planning and management needs. We build and support science-government-community links to raise public trust and credence in the MDBA's science applications. Our multi-disciplinary team anticipates over-the-horizon risks for the Basin's water-related outcomes and for the MDBA and explore response options.
The Position The Senior Project Officer – Senior Ecohydrology Analyst supports the Basin Plan Review Ecohydrology Team by providing analytical and technical expertise for tool development and information synthesis.
Your key responsibilities in this role are to:
* Contribute to the ecohydrology information base that will be used to help inform decision making for the Basin Plan Review.
* Work within a team to analyse data, create integrated tools and convert results into findings.
* Provide technical expertise to assist in creating new methodologies.
* Be involved in communication of work through report writing, presentations and stakeholder meetings.
* Support scientific investigations to inform water planning, particularly in the context of environmental sustainability.
* Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to changing technologies and work environments.
* Lead other staff by providing guidance and direction where needed.
We offer a range of benefits to our people including:
* 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.
* 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.