Job Title: Human Resources Manager
Aboriginal Medical Services Alliance Northern Territory is a leading provider of health services in the Northern Territory. Our mission is to support the provision of high-quality, comprehensive primary healthcare services for Aboriginal communities.
The Human Resources Generalist plays a key role in assisting to establish best practice human resources management approaches which support organisational goals and objectives as outlined in the strategic plan.
This includes establishing a strong, sustainable, and accountable organisation. The Human Resources Manager will lead the HR functions within the corporate team, reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive Officer and working closely with department managers throughout the organisation.
The position is responsible for implementing strategic human resources initiatives, reviewing and improving HR/organisational related procedures including setting priorities, driving values, and delivering required outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
* Supporting the cultural framework to create a workplace where Aboriginal staff feel safe and supported to achieve their highest potential.
* Providing direction and achieving alignment and commitment from employees to meet strategic HR objectives.
* Communicating effectively in written and verbal forms with all staff and external stakeholders.
* Incorporating strong listening skills, cultural awareness, and respect to influence and counsel.
* Ensuring consistent and fair interpretation of Human Resources policies and procedures.
* Coordinating, monitoring, and continuously improving recurrent HR activities including performance appraisals, salary review, contract renewal, exit interview activity, and related HR processes with management.
* Managing induction and cultural orientation for new staff in collaboration with managers.
* Overseeing and maintaining accurate confidential employee records and databases through HR Systems.
* Working collaboratively with the Finance team to support payroll administration processes to ensure correct payment of salaries and wages and timely response on employment contractual matters.
* Developing and managing organisational workplace planning and job descriptions, in accordance with approved organisational structures and industry benchmark.
* Providing guidance, coaching, and advisory support to managers on policy interpretation and procedural application to ensure correct handling of Employee Relations issues including complaints & grievances procedure, discipline, performance management, dismissal, and counselling to reduce the risk of litigation.
* Providing managers, supervisors, and staff with guidance, training, and updated information regarding related legislation condition of employment and employment policy and procedure as required.
* Liaising with WorksafeNT, NT remote workforce recruitment agencies, and other external Human Resources bodies as required.
Requirements:
* Analytical skills demonstrating the ability to extract, format, analyse, and interpret data and organise the information in a framework to effectively communicate with business leaders and their teams.
* 5-10 years of Human Resources Generalist experience.
* Demonstrated sound knowledge of Human Resources practices and industrial relations legislation.
* Highly developed administration and organisational skills; proven ability to meet deadlines and perform under pressure.
* Proven ability to work and communicate with people from different backgrounds and in a multicultural environment, especially an Indigenous community environment.
* Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
* Experience with record management systems and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
* Strong computer literacy and experience working with MS Office software such as Word, Outlook, and Excel.
* Demonstrated knowledge of HRIS systems.
* Current Ochre Card and Police Check (or willing to obtain).
Desirable Attributes:
* Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people or within Aboriginal health organisations.
How to Apply:
Applications must consist of a resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria. Please address your cover letter to the Hiring Manager detailing why you wish to work at AMSANT, and the attributes, skills, and experience you would bring to the role.
Salary: $132,000 - $149,000 per annum plus 12% superannuation.
Remuneration Currency: AUD
Remote Policy: NONE
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