ABOUT FARE

The Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) is a not-for-profit organisation with a vision for an Australia free from alcohol harms – where communities are healthy and well and where laws, policies and programs are fair, equitable and just.

We work collaboratively with local communities, people with lived experience of alcohol harm, values-aligned organisations, health professionals, researchers and governments across the nation to raise community awareness of alcohol harms, advocate for policy change aimed at preventing alcohol-related harms and increase accountability of companies that fuel harm.

Working at FARE you will be part of an organisation developing and delivering innovative health programs and policy solutions to reduce alcohol harm to improve the health and wellbeing of everyone in Australia.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Executive Officer works closely with the Operations Director to coordinate FARE’s governance activities, Human Resources (HR), and support with Operational projects. The Executive Officer will also work closely with the leadership team on a variety of strategic and operational projects. Hybrid working / Work from home - recruiting Australia-wide.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

• Provides high-level support on organisational matters and support the Operations Director in meeting the strategic and operational imperatives of the organisation.
• Drives key projects that contribute to the organisation’s success and ensures that they are aligned with FARE’s strategy and operational requirements.
• Provides high-quality project support to the Senior Leadership Team.
• Manages operational reporting, including administrative correspondence, the preparation of business cases, internal policy documents, briefing papers, and compliance reports.
• Prepares and distributes Board meeting agendas, minutes, papers and communications and meeting follow-up.
• Provide HR advice and guidance to the CEO and Operations Director.
• Act as the first point of contact for general HR enquiries and assist the Operations Director in performance management processes.
• Support the development and implementation of HR initiatives and systems.
• Interpretation, and implementation of FARE’s HR policies and procedures.
• Maintain employee records in accordance with FARE’s policies and relevant legislative requirements.
• Develops, implements, and manages efficient processes and procedures to support the organisation’s corporate governance and HR needs.
• Perform other duties as directed by the CEO and Operations Director.
• Apply the principles and practices of FARE and adhere to the company’s Values and Code of Conduct.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TEAM

• Demonstrated high level analytical, conceptual skills and experience in developing options to address complex business problems.
• High attention to detail to accurately draft and prepare HR related documentation.
• Demonstrated organisational agility, including the capacity to manage multiple projects through to completion within expected timeframes with a high level of autonomy.
• High level writing, reporting and analysis skills including proven experience in developing policy documents, briefing papers and high-quality business cases for strategic projects.
• Advanced computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).

ABOUT YOU

• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with employees at all levels of the organisation.
• Demonstrated, positive, flexible and adaptable attitude, as well as the ability to exercise initiative and judgement within a changing environment.
• High level interpersonal, leadership and negotiation skills resulting in strong, effective relationships with stakeholders and including the ability to successfully consult, negotiate with and influence senior level stakeholders.
• Well-developed organisational, administrative and time management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage and prioritise workload and work to tight timelines.
• Strong ethics, with an ability to manage confidential data.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• Tertiary qualifications in HR, Business or related field with experience in a similar role, providing operational and tactical solutions to leaders.
• Previous experience with implementing HR and people-based initiatives and programs with strong stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrated experience in contributing to and coordinating strategic and operational requirements in a small dynamic organisation.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and HR practises and processes.
• Knowledge of relevant industry awards, current pay rates and industry trends.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Access to a generous not-for-profit salary packaging program.
• Gifted leave over Christmas holiday shut-down.
• Great workplace culture: FARE has received Xref Engage’s Best Workplace Award in 2024 and 2025, which recognises best workplaces who have excellent management practices and a highly engaged workforce.
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If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at [email protected] using the subject line: Executive Officer - Remote / Work from Home enquiry via EthicalJobs or phone (02) 5104 9311 for more information.

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Only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.