
Executive Manager People
1 day ago
- Full Time - Ongoing
- Ballarat Location
- Attractive Executive Salary Package including fully maintained company vehicle
- Award-winning inclusive employer
Our Opportunity
We are searching for our next People & Engagement Executive to join our team. Cafs is seeking a values driven senior Executive to join our new Executive team. We have recently appointed to our Executive of Finance & Resources and looking for the final piece within the puzzle to form our new team.
As the Executive Manager of People & Engagement you will oversee a multi-disciplined team of truly great people wanting to make a difference to the communities we work with, supporting a dedicated leadership team and team members across a wide range of programs. You will be well versed in leading change, culture & development and have a keen passion for building team capabilities through learning, development and training opportunities.
The role will champion people projects, including IR matters and hold demonstrated experience as a HR or Senior Leader looking for their next opportunity.
About You
As a seasoned Executive within Human Resources, you will be driven by innovative ways of working, building new ways of working and building upon existing strategies and frameworks which have been implemented over the last two years. You will have experience working across a diverse range of programs including HR generalist, OHS, Learning & Development and Inclusion & Diversity. The role will require someone with a contemporary approach to continue to drive workforce capability and attraction and retention activities which align with our organisation and our strategic plan.
You will hold demonstrated experience working closely with a CEO, and broader Executive team to drive people strategies and change activities across an organisation.
Skills & Attributes
- Extensive experience working in Human Resources, Leadership ideally in a previous Executive position.
- Qualification in Management, Human Resource Management, Business or related discipline.
- Hold an AHRI Certification (CHRP- strongly desirable)
- Experience in providing high-quality Human Resource Advice, coaching and mentoring services to leadership.
- You will be a contemporary strategic thinker, continuing to look an innovative ways to build on practice and service support.
- You will be a dynamic team player, who loves to collaborate and engage with the team.
Our Organisation
Cafs (Child and Family Services Ballarat) is an independent community service organisation based in Ballarat for over 160 years. We provide over 50 programs across a range of service areas providing care for clients within communities across the central highland region. Our practice is underpinned by our preferred model of care Trust Based Relationship Intervention (TBRI) with our organisational values of Respect, Innovation, Collaboration, Kindness and Integrity at the forefront of everything we do.
What We Offer
- Inclusive, supportive, and innovative teams
- Above award entitlements, including 3 days paid Christmas leave
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Salary packaging options up to $15,900 plus meals and entertainment
Interested?
If you are interested to find out more please contact Dylan Billington Executive Manager People & Engagement to request an Executive briefing pack.
To Apply
To apply for this role please go to our careers webpage: and select apply now Applications will be received untilMonday 27th of October, 2025.
Please note that applications may be reviewed as they are received, and applicants may be contacted for interview prior to the closing date. All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and employment will be subject to satisfactory Police and Working with Children Checks.
Our Commitment
Inclusion and diversity are at the heart of everything we do at Cafs. We welcome applications from all people, especially Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, the LGBTIQA community, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Supporting your application Our recruitment process includes 1-2 panel discussions. Some questions may be provided in advance. For adjustments or support, contact Some questions may be provided in advance. For adjustments or support, contact
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