Chief People Officer

4 weeks ago

Perth, Western Australia Page Executive Full time
About Our Client

Miwatj Health is a leading not-for-profit Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation dedicated to improving health outcomes for the Yolngu people across East Arnhem Land.

We are seeking an experienced Chief People Officer (CPO) to guide the organisation through its next chapter, focusing on enhancing leadership, cultural safety, and strengthening the HR function.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the People and Culture program, currently encompassing human resource management, recruitment, workplace health and safety (WH&S), and industrial relations
  • Provide responsive leadership to the People and Culture team, ensuring timely and professional service delivery
  • Review and revise existing HR policies to align with community control frameworks, developing new policies that promote inclusivity and cultural awareness
  • Develop and implement key HR policies, processes, and systems, including a comprehensive three-year people plan focusing on cultural competency, learning and development, and staff wellbeing
  • Monitor compliance with HR, WH&S, and industrial relations legislation, ensuring quality assurance processes are in place
  • Facilitate communication of the strategic plan throughout the organisation, emphasising the role of each employee in achieving their goals and living the values
  • Conduct skills assessments to identify strengths and areas for growth within the HR team, implementing targeted training programs focused on leadership and cultural awareness
  • Foster a culture of accountability and performance through a robust performance management system that incorporates Miwatj's values
Key Objectives
  • Embodiment of Values
  • Integrate Miwatj's unique values into daily operations and performance metrics, ensuring accountability at all levels
  • Empowerment of People
  • Design and implement strategies, policies, and systems that enable employees to effectively meet strategic objectives
  • Develop a High-Performing HR Team
  • Build and nurture an HR team that is equipped, trained, and committed to supporting the organisation's mission
The Successful Applicant

We are looking for a strategic leader with a passion for community engagement and cultural competence.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • Strong Leadership and Vision: Ability to build, mentor, and lead a team in a culturally sensitive environment
  • Cultural Competency: Deep understanding of Aboriginal culture and a commitment to fostering respectful and culturally safe workplaces
  • Resilience and Adaptability: Capability to navigate the complexities of working in remote settings and rebuild HR credibility
  • Commitment to Development: Passion for coaching and developing themselves and others, driving leadership capability in daily interactions

Cultural alignment is critical given the focus on Aboriginal health outcomes and a diverse Indigenous workforce.

The recruitment process will prioritise candidates with demonstrated practical cultural awareness, particularly in Aboriginal communities or organisations, utilising behavioural interviews and cultural competency assessments.

This is an exciting, Darwin based opportunity to make a significant impact on the community and organisational culture at Miwatj Health.

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