Hey, you!

• Do you want to work for a great NFP?
• Looking to join a close knit, high performing, and supportive team?
• Seeking a fixed term role with flexibility?

• Ready to make an impact from day one?

At ACSO, we look for people who believe in second chances, who share our values and are passionate about supporting forensic clients to re integrate back into the community. If this sounds like you, read on!

About Us

The Australian Community Support Organisation (ACSO) is a vibrant, values driven NFP, focused on partnering with Government and the community to co-design services that create real social change. We're an organisation with a bold vision to create a safe and inclusive community where prison truly is the last resort. Our purpose is to strengthen the wellbeing of our communities by advocating for and delivering services which divert people away from the justice system.

The Australian Community Support Organisation recognises the right to a safe and inclusive service without bias. ACSO is committed to the equitable treatment of its participants, employees and partners. We believe in humanity and celebrating the diverse voices of our community through leadership, practice and policy design, to honour and embrace diverse traditions, cultures and experiences of those we support and work alongside.

About the program and the role

Our People and Culture teams' goal is to attract the best talent and retain them through helping our organisation create a fantastic employee experience. We're looking for the perfect piece in our team puzzle to cover a period of parental leave - we're seeking an enthusiastic and results driven People and Culture Partner.

This is a great opportunity for someone who can hit the ground running and who thrives on closely partnering with all levels of stakeholders to support them in people management across the employee lifecycle. You will be comfortable operationally supporting leaders but also strategically - no two days are the same!

What we're looking for

Our new team member will need to:

• Hold a tertiary qualification in HR, business, psychology, law or relevant discipline
• Quickly build rapport with leaders to become an influential and trusted partner
• Be passionate, proactive and results driven
• Have demonstrated experience as a successful Business Partner across the employee life cycle including ER experience and organisational change - Fair Work advocacy is highly desirable
• Approachable, friendly and supportive to everyone
• High customer service with natural inclination to go above and beyond
• Ability to juggle competing tasks and adapt at limited notice
• An eye for continuous improvement
• Be able to have fun and a laugh with our team and stakeholders
• Be comfortable working in the forensic space - we know it's not for everyone
• Desire and ability to work flexibly (we're currently working from home most of the time), with an ability to attend hubs as operationally required

What ACSO can offer you

• Full-time (or part-time 0.8/0.9 FTE will be considered for the right candidate) 6-month fixed term role for the period approx. early November 2021 to May 2022 (parental leave coverage)
• $93,000 - $98,000 base annual salary + 10% superannuation + NFP salary packaging options (more after tax $ in your pocket!)
• A close knit, supportive and collaborative People and Culture team
• Flexible working arrangements, working from home and/ or from a hub (when permitted in line with Government guidelines)
• A supportive and engaged workforce including leaders
• Be part of an organisation that makes a real difference in the community
• Autonomy plus a varied and rewarding role
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Learning and development opportunities
• Wellbeing initiatives such as free flu vaccines, Employee Assistance Program and Reward and Recognition Program

How to apply

To apply and view the position description (PD), please visit our careers website and provide a copy of your resume, a brief covering letter (no more than one page) addressing the following:

1. Your motivation for applying
2. How you meet our selection criteria and what you bring to ACSO, the role and the People and Culture team
3. How would you hit the ground running given it's a fixed term role?

To learn more about this position, please contact Hannah Christie, Acting Manager, People and Culture/PC Partner, on 0448 312 542.

ACSO proudly acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as Australia's first peoples and pay respect to their rich culture, lores, customs and elders past and present. We strongly embrace the spirit of reconciliation and continue working towards ensuring an equal voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, particularly those who have been touched by the justice system.

The Australian Community Support Organisation embraces diversity within its workforce and encourages applications from appropriately qualified and skilled people regardless of their background. All suitable applicants for this role will be considered regardless of age, ability, race, gender expression, sex, cultural background, spiritual beliefs or lived experience.