Forthcoming Vacancies on the Gippsland Lakes Coordinating CommitteeThe Minister for Water is seeking expressions of interest for up to five community member positions and one independent chairperson. The terms of appointment for members will be up to three years.The committee provides advice to the Minister for Water on environmental issues and priorities within the Gippsland Lakes and its catchment. The committee generally meets quarterly for a full day and members attend functions and events when available.Community applicants are being sought from the following fields:Up to three community members with knowledge in waterway management, natural resource management, environmental science or conservationA Traditional Owner with knowledge of Gippsland Lakes valuesA current member of a local recreational water user group with an interest in the Gippsland Lakes.The Victorian Government is committed to ensuring that government boards and committees reflect the rich diversity of the Victorian community.We encourage applications from people of all ages, Aboriginal people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and from lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, gender diverse, intersex and queer people. We will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request.The Victorian Government''s Women on Boards commitment has been in effect since 2015 and is ensuring that all public boards have no less than 50 per cent women.About the roleAll applications will be assessed against the following criteria:Waterway management Demonstrated experience and knowledge of the waterway management issues in the Gippsland Lakes and the relevant strategies;Environment or natural resources management Demonstrated understanding of the key strategic issues and risks in dealing with environmental or natural resource management challenges for the Gippsland Lakes;Water resource management and the water industry Demonstrated experience and knowledge of the water industry and water resource management in the catchment;Community engagement An ability to build partnerships with the community and a strong commitment to consult with stakeholders and partners in the catchment;Public administration and corporate governance An understanding of the roles, duties and governance obligations of Ministerial Advisory Committees and the ability to effectively undertake these responsibilities;Demonstrated recent experience in working in collaborative programs with other groups and individuals.Who we''re looking forYou do not have to disclose any personal information if you do not want to, but it can help us understand how we can support you through the recruitment process and beyond.We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal, a person with disability, from a culturally or linguistically diverse background, from rural and regional Victoria, LGBTIQ+ or a young person, aged 25 years old or less. Applicants from rural and regional Victoria are encouraged to apply.If you identify as any of the above, we would welcome the opportunity to contact you and discuss how we can support you through the recruitment process. We can also offer flexible arrangements, including online interviews and personalised scheduling options.Sharing this information will help you access support should you need it and will also help us to better understand the impact of our work.What you need to applyHow to apply:All applications must be made through the Join a Public Board website.Applicants will have the opportunity to address the key selection criteria and outline relevant qualifications and experience when completing the online application.Applicants should view all documents attached to the advertisement prior to applying.Applicants with further enquiries or those with difficulties in accessing the documents should contact East Gippsland Catchment Management Authority on 0477 444 863.Expressions of Interest close midnight on Wednesday, 5 March 2025. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Committee Member Gippsland Lakes Coordinating Committee