About the organisation

Jesuit Social Services is a social change organisation working to build a just society where all people can live to their full potential. We reflect on the critical factors shaping our contemporary world; the social, political and economic contexts, and we adapt our practice to work with those most in need.

Since 1977, Jesuit Social Services has provided services to some of the most disadvantaged in our community.

We place a high priority on advocacy and are a leader in policy development and research.

About the program

Central Office

Jesuit Social Services engages with people from diverse backgrounds experiencing complex problems, including those associated with mental illness, substance misuse, family breakdown, offending behaviour, homelessness, unemployment, poverty and social exclusion.

Jesuit Social Services operates a range of programs for disadvantaged young people, families and communities from various operational sites.

People and Culture

Our People and Culture Directorate is also located at Central Office, and is responsible for Human Resources & Payroll, Learning, Practice and Development Unit (see below), Identity and Ethos, Governance and Quality.

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Human Resources Coordinator to join our collaborative HR team and support the wider organisation.

In this role you will provide high quality administrative and operational support across a broad range of HR functions including contract preparation, compliance management, recruitment, onboarding and offboarding, HRIS administration (Elmo) and general employee lifecycle support.

This opportunity is ideal for someone with experience in HR Administrator or HR Officer role who is looking to take the next step in their HR career within a supportive and fast paced environment.

This role is a full-time (open to part-time), 12-month parental leave cover position.

Competitive remuneration, plus salary packaging benefit, is offered together with ongoing professional and career development as well as opportunities for personal growth.

What Jesuit Social Services can offer you:

• An organisation that lives its values, through its day to day work
• A welcoming and supportive relational environment
• A comprehensive Induction and Orientation program
• Ongoing training and development related to your role
• Employee assistance program
• A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits
• Generous leave

About you

This role will suit a candidate with the following skills and experience:

• Friendly, mature minded, personable manner with strong interpersonal skills, a curious mind and a desire to learn.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines, be proactive and use initiative
• Demonstrated capacity to work autonomously and as part of a team with first-rate interpersonal skills, together with a demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning and growing a career within the HR profession
• Experience within a HR environment with demonstrated aptitude for attention to detail
• Demonstrated computer literacy with a minimum of intermediate skills in Microsoft programs (Work, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Superior written and verbal communication skills

How to Apply

• Click "Apply Now" and upload your resume and cover letter incorporating your responses to the Key Selection Criteria from the Position Description (attached below).
• For further information please contact Kirsten Hill, Manager Human Resources and Payroll, on 0417 456 737.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the closing date may be subject to change without notice.

Jesuit Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, cultural background, age, gender, sexuality, disability or religious affiliation.

We strongly encourage applications from all community members including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people with a disability, people of culturally diverse backgrounds and working parents.

Jesuit Social Services is a Child Safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

A position description is attached.