" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eAdvisory Group Member - Aboriginal Water Entitlements Program\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"11367\"\u003e Government / Local Government \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"11368\"\u003e Federal Government \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"11369\"\u003e NSW Other \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"11370\"\u003e Contract or Temp \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 24/9/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePosition Status:\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;Initial period of up to 12 months\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePosition Type:\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;Non-Ongoing (Contractor)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;Remote\u0026nbsp;(Australia-wide across the Murray\u0026ndash;Darling Basin)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eClosing Date:\u003c/strong\u003e 11pm on 12 November 2026\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHours:\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;Up to 2 days per month, on average\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRemuneration:\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;$81.16 / hr \u0026ndash; up to 30 days annually\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAffirmative Measure\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the \u003cem\u003eRacial Discrimination Act 1975\u003c/em\u003e. This vacancy is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Aboriginal Water Entitlements Program\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is seeking applications from First Nations people across the Murray\u0026ndash;Darling Basin (Basin) to join the Aboriginal Water Entitlements Program (program) Advisory Group.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e The program is a landmark Australian Government initiative that will increase First Nations ownership of water in the Murray\u0026ndash;Darling Basin through the purchase and management of $100 million in water entitlements. The program aims to deliver cultural, social, environmental, spiritual and economic benefits for Basin First Nations and responds to longstanding calls for greater recognition of First Nations water rights and self-determination in water management.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e The Advisory Group forms part of the program\u0026rsquo;s Interim Governance arrangements and plays a critical role in ensuring policies, principles and protocols are culturally informed, transparent and aligned with the interests of Basin First Nations. Working alongside the department, the Advisory Group provides advice on the management and use of water entitlements and the transition to an enduring First Nations water holding mechanism.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Opportunity\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e We are seeking First Nations leaders from across the Murray\u0026ndash;Darling Basin to contribute their knowledge, experience and cultural leadership to the Advisory Group.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e The group is designed to bring together a diverse mix of skills, perspectives and lived experiences, including:\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eElders and emerging leaders\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWomen and men\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRepresentation from northern and southern Basin communities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiverse professional, governance, cultural and water management expertise\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Members are appointed in their individual capacity and do not represent individual Nations, organisations, governments or other entities.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat You\u0026rsquo;ll Do\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e As a member of the Advisory Group, you will help shape key policies and governance arrangements that support the management and use of First Nations-owned water entitlements across the Basin.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e This includes:\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProviding culturally informed advice on water entitlement trading and management policies.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContributing to the development of governance, compliance, monitoring and reporting frameworks.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupporting the development of principles and policies that guide the transition to an enduring water holding mechanism.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApplying cultural knowledge and water expertise to complex policy and program matters.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReviewing papers, policies and proposals between meetings.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContributing to engagement and communication activities when requested.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHelping ensure program decisions promote long-term benefits for Basin First Nations.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat We\u0026rsquo;re Looking For\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e To be considered, applicants must:\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify as and be recognised as a Traditional Owner within the Murray\u0026ndash;Darling Basin.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHave strong place-based knowledge and connection to Country.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePossess knowledge of Basin water issues, including cultural water values and broader water management arrangements.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHave an understanding of Murray\u0026ndash;Darling Basin water management arrangements, including the Basin Plan and Water Act 2007 (Cth), or the ability to quickly acquire this knowledge.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrate the ability to work collaboratively and constructively with diverse interested parties.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSkills and Experience\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e We are seeking a mix of skills and capabilities across the Advisory Group, including:\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Cultural Leadership\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong cultural knowledge and understanding of the Murray\u0026ndash;Darling Basin and Traditional Owners\u0027 relationships with water and Country.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA commitment to cultural safety, integrity and respectful collaboration.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Water Knowledge\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eKnowledge of water entitlements, water management, water markets, trading systems, hydrology or natural resource management.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstanding of cultural and western water management systems.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Governance and Strategic Leadership\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience developing policies, programs, governance frameworks or strategic initiatives.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience identifying risks, ensuring compliance and supporting accountability mechanisms.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Professional Conduct\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong communication skills.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated leadership, integrity and sound judgement.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience working collaboratively in complex environments.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHighly Regarded\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Experience, qualifications or expertise in one or more of the following areas will be highly regarded:\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWater entitlement management or water investment programs.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGovernance, board or advisory committee experience.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLaw and/or customary lore.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinancial management or fund oversight.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommunity representation and strategic decision-making roles.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBusiness management or organisational leadership.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMeeting Commitments\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Members are expected to contribute up to two days per month on average, including attendance at meetings and the review of papers and proposals between meetings.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Composed of:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMonthly online meetings.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eQuarterly face-to-face meetings, including some on-Country meetings across the Basin.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePolicy review sessions and document consideration between meetings as required.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Travel costs for approved meetings and activities will be covered in accordance with departmental arrangements.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow to Apply\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e To apply, please provide:\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eA statement of claims addressing the required knowledge, experience, skills and capabilities. This may be submitted as either:\u003c/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA written statement (maximum 750 words); or\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA video or audio recording (maximum 5 minutes).\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cli\u003eYour current resume/CV.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContact details for two referees.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInformation about:\u003c/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eYour connection to the Murray\u0026ndash;Darling Basin.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eYour Mob and Country.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhether you identify as an Elder or emerging leader.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eYour gender.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Basin state(s) or territory in which you reside.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003c/ol\u003e If successful, you will be required to complete a police check as part of the appointment process.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Applications should be submitted via email to \u003cstrong\u003erecruitment.gps@firstgrade.com.au\u003c/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003e11:00pm 12 November 2026\u003c/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFurther Information\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e For further information, including to obtain a copy of the formal position description, the Advisory Group Terms of Reference, or further information on the Aboriginal Water Entitlements Program, please contact Dan Wilson or Rosalyn Lacabe at First Grade Recruitment on recruitment.gps@firstgrade.com.au or visit\u0026nbsp;https://www.dcceew.gov.au/water/policy/first-nations/aboriginal-water-entitlements-program/interim-governance \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4473418\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "