• A central role working across the whole organisation.
• Be a part of Australia’s most trusted cancer ‘Not for Profit’ organisation
• Flexible, supportive environment
• Full time, ongoing role
• Hybrid working environment combining working from home and from our East Melbourne office.

About your environment

Since our establishment in 1936, Cancer Council Victoria has developed an international reputation for our innovative work in cancer research, prevention and support. As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, we play a leading role in reducing the impact of all cancers on all people.

The People, Leadership and Teams (PLT) division provides several strategic and operational services to the organisation. PLT focusses on the talented and committed people (paid staff and volunteers) who are the driving force behind our success in preventing cancer, empowering people and saving lives

About your opportunity

We are seeking a People Partner to join the People, Leadership and Teams Division. Reporting to the Head of People and Organisational Development, your role is to:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Provide a consistent, high-quality employee experience by accurately capturing and addressing HR inquiries.

• Collaborate with the Head of People and OD to offer coaching and advisory support on HR matters.

All about you

To be successful in this role, you will have generalist HR experience and enjoy working in a fast moving, fluid environment, supporting day to day operational needs as well as supporting and delivering impactful projects that build our people experience and capability.  

We are looking for someone with:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in HR or equivalent experience
• Significant experience working in Human Resources with the ability to provide consistent high quality HR guidance and solutions.
• Resilient and able to use sound judgement when presented with conflicting viewpoints.
• The ability to build strong relationships and credibility with stakeholders. 
• To have a continuous improvement and growth mindset.  
• Working collaboratively is your “trademark” in a cross-functional team environment.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What we can offer you

• Base salary of $86,154 to $95,158 p.a. (dependant on experience, pro rata for part time) plus 11.5% superannuation
• Salary packaging benefits of $15,900 plus meals/entertainment $2,650 p.a. https://www.accesspay.com.au/employee/what-is-salary-packaging/
• Novated car leasing
• Salary sacrifice
• 17.5% leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements including working from home options to support excellent work-life balance
• Cultural leave of up to 5 days paid
• 12 weeks paid parental leave and up to 12 months unpaid leave
• A comprehensive employee assistance program
• A range of wellness initiatives such as flu vaccination, mental and general well-being support, and discounted health insurance
• A range of personal and professional development initiatives such as study support, in-house, external, and on-line learning options as well as the opportunity to apply for scholarships
• The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by cancer

To apply and for more info

To apply for this opportunity, visit http://www.cancervic.org.au/about/careers/job-opportunities to download a Position Description and upload your Resume and Cover Letter. Ensure that your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria detailed within the Position Description. For more information contact Sharon Crain on Sharon.Crain@cancervic.org.au  

Cancer Council will only make contact with applicants that are shortlisted for interview. We are also unable to respond to recruitment agency enquiries.

We reserve the right to interview and extend offers to suitable candidates before the job advertisement closes. We encourage early applications, as the position may be filled before the closing date.

All offers of employment will be made subject to satisfactory completion of employment checks including evidence of right to work in Australia, a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check (as required).

Applications close: 20 March 2025 at 11:59pm

Cancer Council Victoria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cancer Council Victoria is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, all applicants will be considered for employment. We encourage all people to apply including people who are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, identify as LGBTIQA+, have a disability, or are part of our culturally and linguistically diverse communities.