MAKE WORK BETTER — FOR THE PEOPLE WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

This is a broad, hands-on generalist role where you’ll play a key part in how we recruit, onboard and retain our people. It’s work that blends structure and care, compliance and connection, and it matters every day.
You bring energy, clarity and a people-first mindset. You know how to connect with different personalities and create the kind of HR experience that builds trust and momentum. Whether you’re onboarding a new starter, guiding a manager, or spotting a better way to do something, you bring initiative, sound judgement and a steady presence.
In return, you’ll be mentored to grow your HR career and supported to stretch your skills across employee relations, engagement and business partnering.

ABOUT US
The Australian Kookaburra Kids Foundation provides mental health support to young people aged 8–18 who are living in families impacted by mental illness. Through our programs, we create safe, supportive environments where young people can connect with peers, learn about mental health, and build resilience, confidence and a sense of belonging. We operate nationally, with local delivery and a passionate team of staff and volunteers committed to our purpose. Everything we do is grounded in our values of Connection, Commitment, Collaboration and Integrity.

THE ROLE
You’ll be part of a small, collaborative HR team supporting a national not-for-profit. The focus of the role is operational, delivering core HR services across a remote workforce. You’ll coordinate recruitment and onboarding, support managers, maintain accurate records, and help embed consistent, values aligned HR practices.
This is a fully remote role with no central office, giving you flexibility to manage your time, avoid the commute, and better balance work and life. The position is ideally full time however we are open to a part time 0.8 FTE depending on your preference.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Deliver smooth, values aligned recruitment and onboarding that sets people up for success from day one

Respond to HR queries with clarity and care, supporting both managers and employees

Assist with conduct, performance and probation processes

Maintain accurate HR records, compliance logs and dashboards

Coordinate policy implementation and documentation processes

Contribute to initiatives that improve connection, wellbeing and recognition

Help ensure consistent HR practice and award compliance (SCHADS and NES)

WHAT YOU’LL GET

Fully remote role with flexibility and autonomy

Full time or 0.8 FTE

Home office setup allowance

Day off for your birthday

Weekly paid “ME Time”

Quarterly peer recognition awards

Wellbeing focused EAP

Salary packaging as a not-for-profit

Ongoing professional development

A supportive HR team that values clarity, fairness and growth

Work that contributes to real impact, supporting the people who support young people

ABOUT YOU

Experience in a previous generalist HR Advisor or Coordinator role

Strong understanding of the Fair Work Act, NES and modern awards

Confidence applying policies and award conditions to practical situations

Excellent organisation and attention to detail

Clear, respectful communication and professional judgement

Comfortable working independently in a remote setting

Problem solving skills with a growth mindset

Ambitious with a drive to learn and grow your career

Preferred experience using ELMO and Culture Amp

Ideally, familiarity with SCHADS and supporting a casual workforce

HOW TO APPLY
Please attach both your Resume and a short Cover Letter by clicking the apply now button. In your cover letter, include your preferred FTE and salary in addition to what you can bring to the team

Applications will be reviewed as received and interviews may commence early, so get your application in asap to be considered.
Employment is subject to reference checks a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and lived experiences and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and equitable workplace.

If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected]

Child Safeguarding
AKKF is committed to creating environments where the safety and wellbeing of young people is at the center of our thoughts, values, and actions.