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Empowering People, Shaping Culture | Senior HR Leader | Talent & Workforce Strategist | Passionate about Inclusion, Engagement & Organisational…
Permanent, full-time executive leadership role based in historic Sion House in Warragul
* Join a not-for-profit organisation shaping the future of Catholic education across regional and rural Victoria
* Drive transformational impact through strategic people leadership
* Competitive executive remuneration package with generous salary packaging and leave benefits
About Us
The Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited (DOSCEL) governs and supports 44 Catholic schools — 39 primary and 5 secondary — across a diverse and vibrant region stretching from Melbourne’s outer south-eastern suburbs through Gippsland to Victoria’s east coast.
Our mission is to deliver the highest quality education and student outcomes, underpinned by the Gospel values and the rich tradition of Catholic education. With a growing workforce of over 3,000 employees, DOSCEL is committed to creating safe, inclusive, and thriving school communities that place the student at the centre.
You’ll be joining a compassionate and supportive workplace that values each person, offers genuine belonging, and fosters both personal and professional growth.
About the Role
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the Chief People Officer will lead the development and delivery of a contemporary People & Culture strategy that aligns with DOSCEL’s mission and strategic priorities.
This role has oversight of all people functions across the organisation, including:
* Workforce strategy and planning
* Leadership development and succession
* HR policy and operations
* Employee and industrial relations
* Talent acquisition, capability, and wellbeing
* Culture, engagement, and change readiness
As CPO, you’ll champion a people-first culture, strengthen organisational capability, and ensure the systems, frameworks, and strategies are in place to attract, support, and retain a high-performing, values-aligned workforce across all schools and the DOSCEL Secretariat.
About You
You are a seasoned senior HR executive with a passion for purpose-led leadership. You bring a depth of experience in workforce strategy, cultural transformation, and organisational development, ideally within education, not-for-profit, or public sector settings.
You will also demonstrate:
* Commitment to the ethos, values and mission of Catholic education
* Exceptional stakeholder engagement and leadership skills
* Experience navigating complex industrial environments
* Proven ability to deliver strategic and operational impact
* Outstanding judgement, emotional intelligence and discretion
Key Requirements
* Executive-level experience in Human Resources or People & Culture leadership roles
* Relevant tertiary qualifications in HR, Business, Psychology, or a related discipline
* Strong understanding of employment law, industrial relations and workplace compliance
* Experience leading and developing diverse, multidisciplinary teams
* Alignment with and ability to promote the mission and vision of Catholic education
Why Join DOSCEL?
* Strategic executive leadership role with meaningful impact
* Join a mission-driven and inclusive organisation
* Attractive executive remuneration package and fully maintained vehicle
* Salary packaging and professional development opportunities
Applications Close: 12 August 2025
To Apply or Enquire: For a confidential discussion, please contact Soha Fahmi at soha.fahmi@xperience.com.au.
DOSCEL is a child safe organisation. All successful applicants are required to obtain and maintain satisfactory National Police Checks and an Employee Working with Children Check or VIT registration.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
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