• Attractive salary packaging options available
• Maternity Leave cover – Full-time opportunity to 31 July 2021

Dementia Australia is the national peak body and source of trusted information, education and services for the estimated half a million Australians living with dementia, and the almost 1.6 million people involved in their care. We advocate for positive change and support vital research. We are here to support people impacted by dementia, and to enable them to live as well as possible. Our commitment to a shared set of values shapes our decisions, actions and behaviours towards achieving our core purpose and strategic priorities.

• We connect by promoting a people centred way of working and respecting all
• We collaborate in a supportive manner with each other, other teams, clients and external parties
• We commit to our purpose and direction, accountable for our actions and support the innovations, reshaping the way we do things

We are currently looking for a People and Culture Advisor for a full-time, fixed term contract until 31 July 2021 based in our Woolloongabba, QLD office. This position provides Human Resources and Volunteering support, advice and administration across a full range of Human Resources and Volunteering services to Dementia Australia staff members. As part of the National People and Culture team, you will be the first point of contact for Human Resources enquiries for Dementia Australia staff in your designated location.

Reporting directly to the People and Culture Business Partner you will also be responsible for:

• Working directly with managers and employees to resolve queries, support and advise on Human Resources procedures and policy, manage performance, resolve disputes, enhance teamwork, interview candidates and build culture
• Working collaboratively with the National People and Culture team to contribute to the development and consistent implementation of Human Resources and Volunteering procedures and projects.
• Ensuring a positive induction and orientation experience for new staff and volunteers
• Providing Return to Work (RTW) coordination and local management of work cover claims
• Organizing volunteer activities and events, such as Memory Walk & Jog and Dementia Awareness Month and coordinate the volunteer recruitment needs for each event

To be successful in this role you will be a team player, have excellent interpersonal communication skills and meet the key selection criteria outlined below.

Key Selection Criteria:

1. 3-5 years’ experience in a dedicated Human Resources role ideally in the NFP sector
2. Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines
3. Demonstrated ability to work independently with appropriate judgement about escalation of issues and reporting activity
4. High level of interpersonal, communication skills including the ability to establish and communicate effectively with a diverse range of peopl

Qualifications:

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or related disciplines

This is truly an exceptional opportunity for the right individual to further develop their career and make their mark in a progressive peak body. In return, you will be offered a flexible and supportive work environment as well as a number of attractive staff benefits. You will be making a difference in the lives of people living with dementia, their families and friends.

The position description can be found on our website https://www.dementia.org.au/careers

For specific role enquiries, please contact Michelle Cahill on [email protected] using the subject line: People and Culture Advisor enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Applications close Thursday, 12 November 2020. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt so do not hesitate and apply. Dementia Australia reserves the right to close recruitment for this position as needed.

Please note:

• Applications that do not contain a covering letter that addresses each of the key selection criteria will not be considered.
• We will only consider applications directly from candidates – no agencies please.