People and Culture Business Partner

**Introduction**:
Guide Dogs Victoria is a leader in breaking down barriers that enable our people to live life without limits.

Guide Dogs Victoria recognises and responds to the diverse needs and choices of our Clients. We specialise in providing high quality and safe services and supports to people living with low vision or blindness and other disabilities.

We are one of Australia’s most trusted charity and an employer of choice in the disability and aged care sectors. We recognise and celebrate the diversity of our employees and volunteers and the benefits this brings to our organisation.

Our people enjoy an inclusive and culturally safe work environment free from all forms of discrimination. Guide Dogs Victoria is a place where talent is recognised and innovation is encouraged.

**Description**:
The purpose of this position is to provide strategic HR support, align with the organisation’s vision and operational needs. This role collaborates closely with leadership to enhance the workplace culture, ensure compliance with legislation and best practices, and support the organisation’s strategic objectives.

Position Responsibilities

**Strategic Partnership**: Act as an advisor to leadership, aligning HR strategies with organisational goals.
**HR Advisory**: Offer expert guidance on HR policies, employee relations, organizational change, and performance management to ensure a culture of excellence.
**Policy Development**: Collaborate in reviewing and updating HR policies, ensuring they reflect current laws and best practices.
**HR Projects**: Lead and implement HR initiatives aimed at improving employee engagement and organisational efficiency.
**HR System Management**: Oversee and optimise HR systems to ensure seamless integration of HR processes, data accuracy, and efficient access to information. Lead the evaluation and implementation of system enhancements to support strategic HR initiatives and improve user experience.
**Recruitment & Selection**: Oversee the recruitment process, ensuring best practices in hiring and onboarding.
**Return to Work & Compensation**: Manage Workers' Compensation, support the return-to-work process, and assist in salary and benefits administration.
**Learning & Development**: Identify training needs and develop programs to enhance employee skills and career growth.
**Compliance**: Ensure adherence to all organisational policies and legal requirements, maintaining a safe and equitable workplace.

**Skills and Experiences**:
**Qualifications**:
Tertiary qualifications in human resources.

Knowledge, Skills & Previous Experience

Significant experience in a HR generalist role.
Demonstrated ability to form strategic partnerships and provide comprehensive HR advice.
Previous experience managing Workcover claims in Victoria
Proficiency in navigating HR legislation, with a solid background in recruitment and employee relations.
Proven ability in managing and optimising HR systems
Demonstrated skills in data gathering and analysis
Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills.

Personal Attributes

Professional demeanor with a positive outlook on disability inclusion.
High regard for confidentiality, diversity, and inclusivity.
Outcome-focused, adaptable, collaborative, and effective in volunteer engagement.
Strong organisational skills with a commitment to the values and mission of Guide Dogs Victoria.

**What we can offer you**:

- A competitive remuneration package that reflects skills and experience, which includes tax free salary packaging of up to $18,550.
- 6 weeks paid parental leave.
- Support towards your professional development including paid study leave, educational assistance and an external mentoring program.
- Wellbeing program which includes an annual wellbeing calendar, discounted health insurance, employee assistance program, skin checks and annual flu vaccinations.
- Reward and Recognition program.
- Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve - both human and canine

**Important**:
We are an equal opportunity employer who is known for providing a work environment that embraces and values diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with low vision, blindness or other disability and all persons of all backgrounds to apply.

Mandatory Safety Screening Checks

All employees are also required to comply with COVID-19 vaccination requirements as a condition of their employment, including second dose vaccinations. Vaccination evidence or valid medical exemption must be provided prior your commencement date.