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Hunter-Paterson Environmental Water Advisory Group

Published
October 25, 2024 09:47 am
Agency
Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water - Biodiversity Conservation and Science - Climate Change, Energy and the Environment
Closes
November 21, 2024 05:00pm

About

Hunter-Paterson Environmental Water Advisory Group - Membership positions

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is seeking applications for membership to the Hunter–Paterson Environmental Water Advisory Group. The Environmental Water Advisory Group is convened by the Biodiversity, Conservation and Science Group of the department.

The Hunter–Paterson Environmental Water Advisory Group provides advice to the department on the use of water for the environment in the Hunter and Paterson regulated rivers for its water-dependant ecosystems.

An Environmental Water Advisory Group may include water managers, recreational fishers, water users, landholders, Aboriginal peoples, environmental scientists, a variety of community and stakeholder groups, and government and non-government partner agencies.

Suitable applicants will contribute their local knowledge and relevant experience as advice to guide the beneficial use of water for the environment.

Environmental Water Advisory Group members will actively participate in providing information, analysis and recommendations from their vantage point in the local community or as a representative of a stakeholder group, to assist environmental water managers with annual watering priorities.

Areas of learning and expertise we seek include:

  • Aboriginal peoples (specifically from Wanaruah/Wonnarua and Awabakal people)
  • riverine ecology and ecohydrology
  • water management
  • environmental science (undergraduate and postgraduate)
  • related community interests (recreational fishers, water users etc.).

Hunter-Paterson Environmental Water Advisory Group membership appointments are for up to 5 years.

The Environmental Water Advisory Group meets 2 to 4 times per year and may also undertake occasional field trips during some meetings.

Environmental Water Advisory Group memberships are paid appointments. In line with the Terms of Reference (6.8), members are compensated for their time and group-related expenses, including travel, accommodation and meals. The daily sitting fee is $220 and private vehicle mileage is paid at the standard government rate.

Further information about the key responsibilities of the roles and selection criteria can be found at:

https://www2.environment.nsw.gov.au/hunter-paterson-environmental-water-advisory-group-committee-members

The closing date for applications including a curriculum vitae is 20 November 2024.

How To Apply

The application form can be found at:

https://www2.environment.nsw.gov.au/hunter-paterson-environmental-water-advisory-group-committee-members

Completed application forms accompanied by a curriculum vitae must be submitted by 5 pm 20 November 2024.

The information you provide in this form will only be used for the purpose for which it was collected. By submitting, you consent to storage, use, and disclosure of your personal information in accordance with our privacy policy. You can request access and amendment of your personal information.

The department is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, Work Health and Safety, Cultural Diversity and Ethical Work Practices, and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds. If you need to access information about the Hunter-Paterson Environmental Water Advisory Group a different way, please email: [email protected] 

Enquiries To

Stephanie Mills at [email protected]