Description:
Who we are
The Inspector-General of Water Compliance (Inspector-General) is an independent statutory role and an identified integrity agency, supported by staff provided by the Department of Climate Change, Energy, Environment & Water (the Department). Inspector-General’s vision: Water management and use within the Murray-Darling Basin is lawful, transparent, and accountable, and the Australian public is confident in the integrity of Basin Plan delivery. Inspector-General’s purpose: The Inspector-General ensures various government bodies, water managers and users in the Murray-Darling Basin (the Basin) comply with their obligations under the Water Act 2007 (Cth) (Water Act) and the Basin Plan 2012 (Cth) (Basin Plan) and drives governments and water managers to uphold high standards of integrity and performance. The Inspector-General’s role includes oversighting the performance of government agencies in the management of Basin water resources, as well as ensuring compliance with various commitments under legislation. The Inspector-General currently has offices located in Adelaide, Albury, Brisbane, Canberra, Dubbo, Goondiwindi, Mildura and Sydney. The Department also has a state office in Melbourne. The Inspector-General can support regional relocation to one of our Basin communities.
The Inquiry team is part of the Oversight Branch, which is focused on ensuring a high standard of accountability for all involved in Basin management. The Branch supports the Inspector-General by overseeing Basin government performance of duties, obligations and commitments. We also provide advice to the Inspector-General on risks to integrity in the management of water resources within the Basin. The Oversight Branch is comprised of the following teams:
- Inquiry
- Performance Assurance
- Strategic Relations.
Our responsibilities include:
- Assisting the Inspector-General in carrying out their Inquiry functions under the Water Act
- Monitoring and oversight of relevant government agencies under legislation and intergovernmental agreements, including performance assurance reporting
- Establishing and maintaining Basin-wide networks and knowledge
- Leveraging intergovernmental relations to support strategic outcomes
- Gathering intelligence to provide insights, information and situational awareness to the Inspector-General and broader office.
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The job
Key Accountabilities This position will be responsible for:
- Developing and executing comprehensive Inquiring project plans, including schedule management, risk identification, budgeting, milestone, timeline and resource allocation.
- Applying various project management methods and tools to effectively coordinate, monitor, and evaluate project outcomes, ensuring that deliverables meet defined objectives.
- Supporting the preparation of detailed reports with clear findings and actionable recommendation and effectively communicate to stakeholders.
- Maintenance of project documentation, such as briefs, reports, and submissions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant legislative requirements.
- Assist with implementing and refining work processes and project management artefacts for the newly established Branch
- Building and maintaining productive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, fostering effective communication and collaboration to drive project outcomes.
What you’ll gain from the experience
Working with the Inspector-General Water Compliance you can expect to gain valuable experience in government oversight, monitoring, and regulation, along with bolstering your project management skills all while completing impactful work that directly affects Australians. We offer opportunities to develop transferable skills like communication, strategic thinking and stakeholder engagement, and a supportive environment for professional growth with learning and development prospects. This Australian Public Service position provides the opportunity to contribute to the future of Australia while building your professional capabilities as part of a small collaborative team.
What we are looking for
The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate the following:
- Proven experience in project coordination, including supporting complex and sensitive projects while ensuring adherence to established timeframes.
- Experience in supporting project management activities including schedule management, monitoring, risk identification and resource allocation.
- Familiarity with project management approaches, tools, and phases of the project lifecycle.
- Knowledge of relevant Policies, regulations and legislative frameworks within the IGWC.
- Identifying and resolving complex project issues, escalating concerns as required.
- Communicate, negotiate and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project aligns with that of IGWC goals and objectives. Skills and Capabilities.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
- Well established record management skills, including the ability to manage mailboxes and adhere to strict archiving requirements.
- Articulate complex information clearly. Both verbally and in writing to prepare correspondence and reports to various stakeholders.
- High attention to detail when implementing effective strategies in solving complex issues related to Inquiring projects.
- Self-motivated, with the ability to work collaboratively and effectively within a geographically dispersed team.
- Identifying potential risks, developing mitigation strategies and proactively addressing issues.
- Tracking project progress, identifying deviations, and producing regular reports to stakeholders.
- Adapting project plans to changing circumstances and effectively communicating updates.
Desirable qualifications
- Relevant qualifications in Project Management or Scheduling.
- Employees must hold or be able to obtain a security clearance at Baseline level.
- To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian Citizens.