ABOUT SANE AUSTRALIA

SANE Australia is the leading organisation making a real difference for the five million people affected by complex mental health issues nationally.

Australians affected by complex mental health issues – such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, complex trauma, and severe depression and anxiety – experience major barriers in accessing quality, affordable support, and face high levels of stigma and discrimination.

SANE is committed to changing this reality through its digital and phone counselling, peer support services, arts programming and services, and advocacy and research programs.

SANE is a values-led organisation that offers workplace flexibility, a supportive, friendly team, and the opportunity to help Australians affected by complex mental issues live long and fulfilling lives, free from stigma and discrimination.

We are driven by our values of Respect, Innovation, Celebration, Responsibility and Collaboration.

Staff at SANE Australia benefit from generous not-for-profit salary packaging options, an employee assistance program, and additional days pro-rata of paid Reflection Leave per year after completing 12 months of service.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Director People and Culture positions SANE as an employer of choice in the market place. This role will lead an effective human resource function which attracts and retains staff and volunteers who are well trained, qualified and committed to our mission. It will create an organisational culture that builds on our heritage and aligns to our new strategy and brand; supporting our growth ambition and is underpinned by a sound people and culture strategy. This role is part of SANE’s Executive Team.

This role is a fixed term contract until 30/06/23.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications and Experience:

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business, Management or other relevant disciplines

Skills & Expertise:

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in progressively senior Human Resources Management role
• Experience in managing a team of HR professionals
• Experience developing workforce strategy and roster/work design including highly competent using financial analysis, data and HRIS to inform decisions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated experience working as a senior business partner delivering contemporary solution focused HR/ER/IR initiatives, advice and support services within a health and/or Not for Profit environment
• Demonstrated problem solving, negotiation, advisory and coaching skills, including the ability to create and maintain positive relationships across the organisation and add value through positively influence people leaders capability and practices across the organisation
• Sound knowledge of the Fair Work Act, employment legislation, and experience in interpreting and applying awards, agreements, policies, procedures and other industrial instruments
• Knowledge of Modern Awards, specifically the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Industry Services Award (SCHADS) and Health Professionals and Support Services Award

How to Apply

Click the "Apply Now" button to submit an application.

For a full position description, please visit https://www.sane.org/careers-at-sane

We are reviewing applications as received, so the close date is subject to change.

Applications must include:

• A cover letter
• A current CV
• Response to the Key Selection Criteria (Essential Requirements and Desirable experience)

For more information about the role, please email us on [email protected] using the subject line: Director - People and Culture enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Please note, if you are interested in applying for this opportunity, it is a mandatory requirement that you will need to undertake a Police Check and Working With Children Check at the offer stage.

SANE Australia welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well-equipped and motivated to make a real difference in the lives of people affected by complex mental health issues.

We strive to have a rich, diverse workforce. We encourage applications from people with lived experience of mental health issues, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from CALD and LGBTQIA+ communities, and people of all ages.

We believe in building an inclusive workforce that sees human difference as a strength and supports our vision for all Australians affected by mental health issues to lead long and fulfilling lives, free from stigma and discrimination.