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Assistant Director Data Projects

Assistant Director Data Projects

Murray Darling Basin AuthorityCanberra, Australia
8 days ago
Job description

Fulltime, Ongoing

  • 118,049 - $129,870 plus 15.4% Superannuation
  • Canberra
  • 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 40 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 Data Projects Manager is a leadership role within the Data Services Section. It has a focus on providing project management capability and coordination to the team. This includes contributing design, management, documentation and reporting effort for a range of data projects.

    The role works closely with other parts of the Business Services Portfolio and the Murray-Darling Basin Authority, other agencies of the Australian Government, the Basin States and Territories and wider stakeholders.

    You key responsibilities are :

  • Lead and coordinate management of data engineering and data management projects in alignment with Data Services strategic planning and prioritisation including, development of project briefs and plans, milestone tracking, contract management, preparation of reporting material, and stakeholder engagement for project solution design and troubleshooting.
  • Accountable for leading activities to promote and establish data management initiatives. Including building relationships and representing the MDBA when collaborating.
  • Responsible for determining strategic direction and workplan development of information and data governance activities in support of MDBA corporate and project outcomes.
  • Provide oversight to ensure accuracy, completeness, and reliability of data and analyses produced by the team. Implement quality control procedures and standards.
  • Lead and develop MDBA data management uplift initiatives including preparation of training, communications and engagement material relating to data services functions (including data management, data engineering and geospatial services).
  • Oversee the maintenance and administration of information and data governance systems. Ensure the accuracy, security, integrity, and accessibility of data outputs by analysing and resolving issues.
  • Provide HR and line supervision to small group of Data Services staff, and help navigate staff through unfamiliar circumstances.
  • Manage and uplift enterprise metadata capabilities including DAMF process mapping and data catalogue services.
  • Have extensive knowledge of information and data standards and protocols. Provide advice on, develop and enforce best practices across the team. Ensure compliance with organisational policies and regulatory requirements.
  • What we offer you
  • You will have the opportunity to work on projects where you contribute to shaping the future of one Australia's greatest natural assets and protect it for future generations.
  • 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 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.
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