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Mid-Western Region is growing! We have an great opportunity for a part-time PROJECT OFFICER - WATER EFFICIENCY - 1 year contractThe Western Council Water Alliance (WCWA) is made up of 13 member councils from Central West and Western New South Wales. The WCWA is based on a unified approach to supporting the sustainable delivery of water supply and sewerage services for the communities it serves. The collaborative arrangement allows member councils to pool resources, reduce duplication and form a common platform to develop initiatives. The WCWA advocates to stakeholders on behalf of its member councils.What We can offerExcellent work/life balanceGreat benefitsHealth & Wellbeing programYour new jobCoordination and delivery of the regional operational water loss management support program using the CNSWJO Regional Water Loss Management (WLM) Hub methodologySet up/leverage existing governance arrangements for accountability in WLM improvementDevelop a project plan (Plan on a Page)Audits using the Qualitative WLM Maturity ModelGround truthing with support from an external subject matter resourceTraining, mentoring and capacity building using the WLM Knowledge Hub online training tool and opportunities provided by DCCEEWAggregated procurement and shared services led by the CNSWJORegional reporting tool and data managementSeeking assistance and collaborating with the CNSWJO Project Officer Water and other regional JO staff and DCCEEW as needed to assure the delivery of the Regional WLM programSupport member councils to take the local steps to reduce water loss supported by the regional program as described in the CNSWJO Regional Water Loss Management Hub methodologyIn collaboration with the CNSWJO and DCCEEW coordinate, and support delivery of associated local government water efficiency programming led by DCCEEW across participating LWUsAttend monthly Regional Steering Committee between the CNSWJO, DCCEEW, NSW Water Directorate and other JOs/Water AlliancesCoordinate and facilitate WLM Project Technical Committee (champions) meetings with participating LWUsAdministration of relevant contracts as requiredAssistance in the formulation of the ongoing regional strategy for WLM and water efficiencyPreparation and writing of reports to the WCWA, the General Managers Advisory Committee (GMAC) and the CNSWJO BoardCoordination of and supporting good governance and decision making for regional WUA meetingsCoordination of events as requiredBasic accounting processes for the development of invoicesProject management from scoping through to acquisition including risk, quality, and governance arrangementsManaging risks and delays as requiredPreparation and monitoring of budgetsSupporting other regional programs, grants and activities when requiredWriting media releasesWriting grant applicationsUpdating policies and other documentation as requiredEnsuring the administrative functions are completed in a timely and accurate mannerEnhancing ongoing relationships with key stakeholdersEnsuring appropriate and thorough record keeping ensuring compliance and accessibility of documentation for stakeholdersConstructively contributing to the culture and ongoing development of the organisation and teamThis role requires a satisfactory Police History Criminal Check prior to commencing.What You can offerYou will be adaptable and interested in learning about The Western Council Water Alliance.You are looking for the opportunity to make use of your current experience.You thrive on variety and challenge.You want to make a difference to your Community.If this sounds like you read the fine print in the attached position description and apply now!The salary being offered for this parttime position is $2,157.40 gross (prorata) per fortnight plus superannuation which equates to an annual salary of $56,092.40 gross (prorata) plus superannuation (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience).Working 35 hours per fortnight, with days and hours to be confirmed.What is next Applications close on 6 February 2026 11:59pm.Call us If you like the sound of it but have questions call the HR Officer, Jaime Adams (02) 6378 2752 for a confidential discussion.#J-18808-Ljbffr