RISE is guided by an International Scientific Advisory Panel. The Panel comprises seven distinguished experts from a range of fields and institutions, who provide independent advice to the RISE leadership on the scientific integrity of the program.

RISE's International Development Advisory Board provides strategic oversight to the construction implementation of our water and sanitation infrastructure in Fiji and Indonesia. Advising RISE leadership, members bring a range of expertise at the intersection of international development, construction oversight and management.

The Governance Advisory Panel helps ensure RISE has an appropriate governance environment in place. The Panel provides advice to RISE Leadership on strategic risk and program management, as well as managing institutional or legislative changes and regulatory developments.

RISE's Data Advisory Panel provides expert advice on RISE's research data strategy. The diverse team ensures research data accelerates research activity, while maintaining data protection and privacy in accordance with ethical and regulatory requirements.