Human Resources Partner

• Permanent Role: Available as either full-time or part-time (0.8 FTE), offering flexibility to suit your lifestyle.
• Hybrid Work Model: Benefit from a flexible working arrangement, combining work from home with office-based collaboration.
• Autonomy with Support: Take ownership of a stand-alone role, while enjoying the support, guidance, and resources of a larger HR team.

Organisation:

Presided over by the Archbishop of Melbourne, the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne (CAM) is the largest Archdiocese in Australia, serving a diverse community of around 1.1 million Catholics. The Catholic Diocese of Sandhurst (CDOS) spans 45,196 sq km and serves 93,803 Catholics across 40 parishes. Both CAM & CDOS are dedicated to promoting mission with Gospel boldness and a spirit of stewardship, engaging proactively with the community.

The Opportunity:

CAM is seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Human Resources Partner (HRP) to join our dynamic HR Team. This unique opportunity will report to the HR Director, CAM, and will partner with the leadership team of the Catholic Diocese of Sandhurst (CDOS). This position is based in Bendigo and includes occasional travel to Melbourne.

This HRP position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact by collaborating with clergy, parish staff, and volunteers to deliver strategic HR advice and high-quality services. This dynamic generalist role empowers you to leverage your expertise in legislation, employee relations, and people management processes, supporting the delivery of Parish and Mission services throughout the Sandhurst Diocese.

Main Responsibilities of the role include:

• Strategic HR Leadership: Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement HR strategies that align with the CDOS’ goals and objectives.

• Employee Relations: Act as the primary point of contact for resolving complex employee relations issues, fostering a positive work environment, and ensuring compliance with policies and legal regulations.

• Recruitment Management: Collaborate with diocesan leaders and parish priests to guide the recruitment, retention, formation, and development of parish employees and volunteers.

• Performance Management: Guide managers through the performance review process, providing coaching and feedback to improve team effectiveness, and managing performance-related issues.

• Organisational Development: Support organisational change initiatives, leading efforts to enhance employee engagement.

• HR Policy Development and Compliance: Develop and implement HR policies and procedures

• Project Work and Strategic Initiatives: Collaborate with the broader CAM HR team on projects and initiatives to advance organisational goals and drive continuous improvement

About you:

• You have a degree qualified in HR, ER, or a related field.

• You bring a wealth of experience from similar roles, where you've demonstrated a deep understanding and expertise in modern human resource management.

• You excel in analytical thinking and problem-solving, always approaching challenges with a pro-active and solution-oriented mindset.

• You thrive in a collaborative environment, contributing to a positive and inclusive team culture through open communication and teamwork.

• You take pride in your integrity, honesty, and confidentiality, and have an awareness and appreciation for Catholic Social Teaching.

• National Police record and Working with Children Checks (essential)

What We Offer:

• Career Growth: This role provides exceptional opportunity for professional growth within a renowned organisation. You will collaborate with senior leadership, gaining valuable insights and experience to support your professional growth.

• Professional Environment: Join a dedicated team of professionals committed to fostering an agile and inspiring work environment. Your contributions will be valued and recognised through our CAM People Promise.

• Meaningful Work: Be part of a mission-driven not for profit organisation that makes a difference in the community. Your work will support the goals and vision of CAM & CDOS contributing to the greater good.

To Apply

If you believe like your skills and experience align with this position, we would love to hear from you. To submit an application, please click apply and provide a copy of your current resume and a cover letter addressing the requirements of the role.

Please note: We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis, if you believe this role might be for you, please apply as soon as possible.

To be successful in this role you must hold valid working rights in Australia.