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

People and Culture is responsible for human resources, learning, practice and development, quality, governance, payroll, and the Jesuit identity of the organisation and is located at Central Office in Richmond.

About the role

This position will provide administrative support in a range of functions including core HR activities such as contract preparation, compliance, recruitment (including HRIS management) as required to meet operational requirements.

This position will suit an individual who has experience as either a HR Administrator or HR Officer role and is looking for their next career opportunity.

This is a full time or part time position (hours negotiable). We work in a hybrid environment however when we are in the office, the position is based in Richmond. There is a range of public transport options on our doorstep.

Competitive remuneration, plus salary packaging benefit, is offered together with ongoing professional and career development.

Candidate requirements

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 working within an HR environment with demonstrated aptitude for attention to detail
• Demonstrated computer literacy, with a minimum of intermediate skills in Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Capacity to fulfil reporting and administrative requirements associated with the position

What Jesuit Social Services can offer you

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

How to Apply

Click "Apply Now". Upload your resume and cover letter incorporating your responses to the Key Selection Criteria from the Position Description.

For further information please contact Kirsten Hill, Manager Human Resources and Payroll on 0417 456 737.

Applicants are required to respond to each of the Key Selection Criteria, with names and contact numbers of two referees. Your responses to the selection criteria should be incorporated into your covering letter. Please apply in confidence.

Please apply in confidence.

Applications are being reviewed on an ongoing basis, 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.