Job description
About the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre
Founded in 2001, the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC) is Australia’s largest human rights organisation providing support to people seeking asylum. We are an independent not-for-profit organisation whose programs support and empower people seeking asylum to maximise their own physical, mental and social well being. We champion the rights of people seeking asylum and mobilise a community of compassion to create lasting social and policy change.
We are a values-driven organisation that strives to be part of a change movement that supports people seeking asylum by providing critical services such as assistance with accommodation, food provisions, casework and legal services.
The ASRC movement is proudly supported by a community of committed volunteers and supporters who embrace the organisation’s vision that people seeking asylum can live safely, sustainably, independently and equally.
About The Role
We are looking for an experienced, organised and confident People & Culture Advisor to join the team in this newly-created, part time role.
The P&C Advisor works in a supportive and close-knit team of P&C professionals. The role has been created to support managers lead their teams to improve the engagement, resilience and capability of the workforce.
Reporting to the Head of People and Culture, this is an opportunity to enhance existing tools and processes to apply best practice human resource principles across the workforce lifecycle in a fast-paced and varied role in a dynamic environment. Responsible for providing expert advice, including employee relations, talent management, change management, learning and development, employee induction and engagement, this is a true generalist role that will work closely with key stakeholders across the organisation.
Working with the P&C team, the P&C Advisor will support the development, delivery and implementation of projects and initiatives that achieve our strategic priorities.
We are ambitious about everything we want to achieve – we hope you are too!
About You
The successful candidate will be an experienced HR Advisor. Strong stakeholder management and excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. As is your problem solving skills, initiative and desire to improve the workplace for our workforce. You will possess the following skills and expertise:
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive and productive relationships with employees and multiple stakeholders in a Human Resources context including effective coaching of managers.
- Extensive professional knowledge and experience of delivering contemporary HR solutions, policies and practices including intepretation of industrial agreements, e.g Modern Awards, NES; HR/ER case management, change management, diversity and inclusion.
- A high degree of initiative demonstrated through autonomous approach to delivering results, as well as a highly effective team collaborator.
- Thorough understanding of people metrics and data, as well as ability to analyse and interpret data to inform decision making.
Lived experience of seeking asylum in Australia is valued by our organisation.
Employee Benefits
We recognise and appreciate our incredible staff for their contribution, dedication and passion to support and empower people seeking asylum by providing the following conditions above the relevant modern award:
- Flexible Working Arrangements, with 3 days in one of our offices
- Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%
- Additional discretionary leave provisions
- Free onsite car and bicycle parking
- Salary packaging (up to $15,900 per year tax free)
- Entertainment Packaging (up to $2,650 per year tax free)
- Discounts via HR systems provider at grocery and retail outlets
- Close proximity to public transport (100 metres from Footscray station and buses)
Position Description
A position description is attached.
Application Process
Only applications that include a CV and cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria, will be considered.
Please contact Melissa Milner, Head of People and Culture if you have any questions on 03 9326 6066.
Applications will be assessed as they come in, so don’t hesitate to apply.
All offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and provision of a valid Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
