The Opportunity:

The NIAA People Branch is a responsive, trusted and reliable partner who provides valued advice and services to enable high performance across the Agency. We are seeking motivated, professional people with relevant skills to fill both current and future vacancies across the Branch.
 

We deliver a range of HR services across the following functions:

·        Capability development

·        Employee health, wellbeing and case management

·        Employment conditions (industrial and workplace relations)

·        HR data and analytics

·        HR strategy

·        Recruitment and Entry Level Programs

·        Performance and behavioural case management

·        SES HR support.
 

We are seeking candidates with strong attention to detail who are capable of delivering practical and accurate advice. People Branch support a diverse and geographically dispersed Agency, with an on the ground presence in every Australian state and territory.
 

We work in partnership to deliver our services and require people that are resilient, flexible and able to work as a team to design and implement new ideas and ways of working that address the unique needs of individuals and communities across Australia.
 

To be successful, you will demonstrate either technical experience and have knowledge of relevant employment frameworks and legislation in your area/s of HR professional expertise or the ability to quickly develop these skills. You will need to be comfortable with influencing and negotiating, interpreting policy and be skilled at building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
 

Our Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidates are agile and responsive people who are passionate about contributing to a positive and driven HR function. We work in a dynamic and fast paced environment, we are seeking people who are client and business focused and can deliver under pressure to meet tight timeframes, manage competing priorities and respond quickly and flexibly to change.
 

As the lead Commonwealth Agency for Indigenous Australians affairs, you will need to have an appreciation, awareness and understanding of issues relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities and be committed to strengthening your ongoing cultural competency.
 

To be successful in an APS4 role, you will be able to demonstrate the following attributes:

· research, interpret and apply HR legislation and policies

· prepare draft responses to general enquires

· assist with providing accurate, timely advice to staff and managers

· contribute to projects and business process improvement activities

· have high quality written and verbal communications skills

·  build strong relationships with stakeholders both internally and externally

· maintain records and data sources to ensure accurate reporting

· provide administrative support to ensure the team functions smoothly

·be self-aware, culturally competent and foster respect and inclusion in the workplace

· demonstrate and promote the APS Values and code of conduct, as well as the NIAA values and behaviours.
 

In addition, to be successful in an APS 5 role you will also demonstrate the following attributes:

· identify and escalate key issues with solutions for how to resolve

· collaborating and developing innovative strategies and approaches

· capability to provide input into strategic HR work

· be able to provide advice on HR matters of a moderate complexity

· sharing knowledge, supporting and guiding others.
 

What We Offer:

·We have exciting work with real purpose. We support the aspirations of First Nations Peoples it’s our driving force. Our work is transformational, you can follow your passion, shape your career and make a difference.

·We value our employees they’re the heart of our Agency. Employees are supported and empowered to build their career. We are a diverse, inclusive and passionate workforce with an emphasis on continuous cultural learning and tailored professional development.

· Our work relies on strong and trusted relationships we build partnerships by being authentic, sharing information and giving honest feedback. We collaborate with communities across Australia, all levels of government and many other invested stakeholders.
 

Eligibility:

· To be eligible for this position you must be an Australian Citizen.

· The occupant must be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (Protected) level security clearance, or hold a current security clearance of an appropriate level. 

· The successful candidate will be required to be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check
 

How to apply:

If this sounds like the opportunity you are looking for, we want to hear from you! Submit an online application through the NIAA Careers Page by 11:30pm Sunday, 15 September 2024 AEST.