People and Culture Business Partner

Full Time
- Max Term Contract (6 months)
Camberwell, VIC
Are you a passionate People and Culture professional seeking an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact? Look no further than Baptcare, a leading not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to individuals and communities across Victoria.
You will play a pivotal role in shaping and nurturing our organization's greatest asset - our people. Based in our vibrant Camberwell office, you will be at the heart of our operations, collaborating closely with various departments and stakeholders to drive positive change and foster a culture of excellence.
In this multifaceted role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to various aspects of the employee life cycle, including talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, and learning and development initiatives. Your expertise in people strategies, coupled with your ability to build strong relationships and effectively communicate with diverse audiences, will be instrumental in creating a positive and inclusive work environment.
Embracing Baptcare's values of respect, grace, integrity, kindness, and life, you will play a vital role in nurturing a culture that empowers our employees to thrive and deliver exceptional care to our clients. With a deep understanding of best practices and industry trends, you will identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement innovative solutions that align with our organizational goals.
To excel in this role, you will possess a relevant tertiary qualification, along with proven experience in a similar People and Culture Business Partner capacity. Your exceptional communication skills, analytical mindset, and ability to navigate complex situations with diplomacy and professionalism will set you apart. Above all, your commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture will be the driving force behind your success.
**Key Responsibility**:
Pro-actively partner with stakeholders, providing expert advice, coaching and upskilling of teams in P&C management processes such as employee relations, performance, compliance, culture and engagement.
Contribute to projects and program, sharing knowledge and supporting successful outcomes.
Coach managers and support the development of their leadership and management capability.
Manage performance, including the Performance and Development Review program and addressing under performance matters and trends.
Manage the Employee Engagement Program (Peakon), identifying key trends and working with managers on their action plans.
Develop and update Policies and Procedures, Information Sheets and other resources to support Managers and Employees.
Key Selection Criteria
Significant experience in case management of complex performance and behavioural matters
Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships with multiple and diverse stakeholders, at senior and executive levels
Sound knowledge of current Australian employment law and industrial instruments
Solution focused approach, with a consideration taken of broader organisational impacts
Strong team member, demonstrated ability and willingness to collaborate and learn
Alignment and commitment to Baptcare’s Mission, Vision and Values
**Essential**:
Relevant tertiary qualifications in business, psychology or human resources management, or equivalent professional work experience.
For You
Baptcare is focused on living our values, not just talking about them. You’ll find the culture at Baptcare is one of genuine respect, support, and positive intention. We work hard to achieve results through change, continuous improvement, and ongoing focus on providing the best service delivery to our stakeholders.
Work with a supportive and dynamic team.
A competitive salary, plus access to the tax benefits of salary packaging and novated leasing.
Career and development opportunities.
Access to confidential counselling and support services.
Be part of an organisation and a team that is driven to make a difference to the lives of our vulnerable community members.
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check.
A medical assessment will be conducted to see if you are physically capable for the role
At Baptcare, we value diversity in all forms and aim to co-create inclusive experiences and communities with our employees, volunteers, the people we work alongside and our partners. We are committed to diversity and inclusion across all we do and to building communities and workplaces where everyone belongs.
Baptcare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected.
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