HR Officer

The Human Resources (HR) Officer works collaboratively with all staff of Mallee District Aboriginal Services (MDAS), specifically Directors, Managers and Coordinators, to deliver operational human resources, generalist HR advice. 

They will be responsible for assisting with the maintenance of all licensing and screening documentation in the ConnX database, maintain personal file audits both electronic and hard copy and assist with all HR administrative functions. 

The role will also assist the Manager Human Resources (HR) and HR Business Partners with allocated project work.   
Activities will be monitored and reported through the delivery of the strategic plan, and in accordance with annual business plans and budgets.  
Activities will include all facets of Human Resources and Industrial Relations including; Recruitment, Selection and Retention of staff, Performance Management and Industrial Relations matters. 

The Human Resources Officer will work to promote company’s reputation as “the employer of choice”.

Key Selection Criteria

• Strong organisational and coordinating skills.
• Strong administrative skills, with effectiveness in developing tasks and managing resources to achieve targets within set timeframes.
• Demonstrated ability to be proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement and new initiatives to support functions within the Human Resources Unit of MDAS.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with management, staff, professionals and counterparts internally and externally in order to meet the objectives of MDAS.
• Ability to advocate, negotiate and resolve issues.
• Demonstrate initiative and the capacity to work in an environment of complexity and change.
• Take action to provide services that are inclusive of Aboriginal people and engage in learning about other cultures to better establish relationships and improve services.

Qualifications:
Certificate IV Human Resources or willingness to work towards obtaining.

Other Screening Requirements:

• A current Driver’s License that allows you to drive in Australia.
• A current Employee Working with Children Check card.
• A current National Police Check.
• COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate & Booster information or a valid medical exemption.

Applications close on Friday 16th of August 2024.

Applications must be accompanied by a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and a resume.
All applications must be submitted by the due date.
Late applications will not be accepted.