People and Culture Advisor

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.

With the opportunity to enhance existing tools and processes to apply best practice human resource principles across the workforce lifecycle, this is a fast-faced 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 have experience in a generalist HR role, or in a range of HR specialisations. 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 management services, policies and practices including change management; diversity and inclusion; industrial agreements, e.g., awards and enterprise agreements; legislative requirements as applicable to the workplace; HR/ER case management
A high degree of initiative demonstrated through autonomous approach to delivering results, as well as a highly effective team collaborator.
Demonstrated change management experience in established work patterns and processes.
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 highly desirable. Knowledge of policy and issues impacting on people seeking asylum in Australia would be advantageous.

We value a range of experiences, skills and abilities. If you think you have most of the requirements of the role but you’re not sure, please contact us to discuss your application or any reasonable modifications we can make to assist you in the application process.

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 minimum 3 days in our office in Footscray
Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%
Additional discretionary leave provisions
Free onsite car and bicycle parking
Salary packaging (up to $15,+00 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

Please find the Position Description here.

https://asrc.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/PD-People-Culture-Advisor_AUG24.pdf

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 +326 6066.

Applications close Sunday 8th September 5:00pm (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.