About SNAICC

Established in 1981, SNAICC – National Voice for our Children is the national non-government peak body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. SNAICC’s vision is that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people and families are protected, our communities determine their own futures, and our cultural identity is valued. We work to amplify the voice of community and the sector for the fulfilment of the rights of our children.

SNAICC plays a key role in the following areas:

Research and policy development, with high-level leadership, policy and sector representation

Training and resource design, development and delivery including topics such as early childhood development, partnerships, family support, trauma, and cultural competency.

Support for sector development, membership, and networking.

SNAICC strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply

• Fixed-term position - 2 years
• Full Time - 76 hours per fortnight
• Location - Melbourne (Hybrid)
• Salary range: $122,804+ salary packaging + super.

About the role

The People and Culture Partner will act as the focal point for all people related matters for their assigned portfolio to provide specialist coaching, support and influence that enable their key stakeholders to effectively deliver SNAICC’s people strategy.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has 5 years demonstrated experience in a generalist People and Culture role.
• Has demonstrated experience in managing and providing sound advice on performance issues, grievances, and other employee relations (ER) issues.
• Has strong skills in the administration and application of HRIS, training and related HR systems.
• Has demonstrated experience coaching and building capability of people leaders with a high level of integrity, professionalism, motivation, and energy.
• Has excellent writing skills, including ability to produce a range of different kinds of high-quality written materials and translate complex information into plain language and actions.
• Has oral presentation skills, especially in distilling and conveying key messages to different audiences.
• Has demonstrated skills, knowledge, and behaviour to work alongside people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful and inclusive way, or the capacity to develop these.
• Has an understanding and knowledge of Quality, WH&S and Equal Opportunity principles.

About the Unit:

SNAICC’s Office of the CEO oversees the efficient management of all CEO Office operations, administration, initiatives and encompasses the following key business areas:

• Strategic Engagement & Communications
• Operations & Planning
• Governance
• People and Culture
• Finance
• Corporate Services (legal and compliance obligations)
• Administration.

Why join SNAICC?

• Inclusive positive team culture
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Attractive salary
• Salary Packaging ($15,900 tax free salary component and an additional component of up to $2,650 tax-free to be spent on meals entertainment / accommodation & venue hire – subject to Government regulations)
• Leave loading
• Cultural leave provisions
• Flexible work arrangements

Further information and closing date:

Applications will be accepted until 8 June 2025.

Applications must include:

• a brief cover letter outlining why you are applying for the position
• written responses to how you meet each of the key selection criteria, including short examples demonstrating your proficiency for each criteria
• a resume with your skills, experience, and qualifications, relevant to the role
  

A full Position Description can be found on our website https://www.snaicc.org.au/get-involved/work-with-us/

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

The successful applicant will be required to have or obtain a current Working with Children Check and a National Police Check.

Please email applications to [email protected]

For general information about SNAICC, visit the SNAICC website.

Initial inquiries and specific questions about the role via [email protected] using the subject line ‘People and Culture Partner’

SNAICC reserves the right to commence recruitment proceedings immediately. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Please note that the job ad may close early if we find a successful candidate. If you feel that you are a good fit for the role, please put through an application as soon as possible.

SNAICC is committed to everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children. Successful applicants are required to adhere to our Child safe practices and policies.

SNAICC does not require the assistance of recruitment agencies at this time – thank you. Please be advised that SNAICC is not responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes submitted outside of its recruitment process.