People and Capability Administration Officer

1 week ago


Canberra, Australia YWCA Canberra Full time

If you are looking for a fast-paced HR role in an organisation that’s making a real difference in the Canberra communitythis role could be for you An opportunity is now available for a People and Capability Administration Officer to join our team and support important human resources functions and processes for our diverse organisation.

**About YWCA Canberra**

YWCA Canberra is a respected feminist, not-for-profit community organisation which has been providing community services and representing women’s issues in the Canberra community since its establishment in 1929. Today, we provide leading and innovative services to women and the broader Canberra community in the areas of children’s services, community services, housing, youth services, personal and professional training, and women’s leadership.

As a values-based organisation, and the only Canberra based Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA), YWCA Canberra is a great place to work. We have a strong track record in building long-term, sustainable careers with excellent conditions (including charitable salary sacrificing and above award salaries) together with a supportive work environment for all employees to thrive.

**About the Role**:
This role is responsible for administrative functions with the HR team and works closely with the People and Capability Coordinator and internal managers and employees. You will be responsible for the following:

- Drafting letters of offer and employment contracts and liaising with new employees throughout the onboarding process
- Coordinating new starter documentation and onboarding through our HRIS Aurion
- Creation of personnel files and confidential document management.
- Processing and issuing of internal employee contract variations
- Within Aurion HRMIS, assist the People and Capability Coordinator with recruitment and onboarding processes to ensure full utilisation of the system.
- Provide support to the People and Capability team with diverse human resource administrative activities
- Maintain compliance for all employee security requirements via Aurion HRMIS reporting and liaison with staff.
- Other HR and corporate administrative duties as required including answering central phone line

**Benefits and Culture**:

- Salary packaging options that can improve your take home pay by $5K annually
- Additional 3 days paid annual leave between Christmas and New Year
- Flexible working options including 9-day fortnight, compressed 4 day working week and varied hours to accommodate your work-life balance
- In-house registered training organisation to upskill or further your study in a supportive environment including SheLeads Diploma
- Access to 2 days paid study leave annually
- 14 weeks paid parental leave with no qualifying period of service
- FREE annual flu vaccinations
- Access to free guidance and counselling through our Employee Assistance Program
- Work for the only Canberra-based Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA)

**About You**:
The role is an entry level HR role that requires excellent organisation and coordination skills, and attention to detail is imperative To be successful in this role you will possess:

- Qualifications in HR will be highly regarded
- A genuine interest in Human Resources with experience in HR administration or similar
- Ability to establish and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills
- Deadline driven attitude and ability to maintain high levels of attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of team in a dynamic changing work environment

**How** to apply**
- YWCA Canberra is committed to the safety of children and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to participate fully in all child protection risk management recruitment processes and ongoing character checking and assessment processes._
- YWCA Canberra is an equal opportunity employer. People from diverse backgrounds and with diverse life experiences are encouraged to apply. We specifically encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply._

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