• Do you want to be the future Chief People Officer at VMCH?
• Work for an organisation that is committed to providing development opportunities and has a focus on succession planning
• Kick-start your HR career by joining the VMCH Diversity & Inclusion team!

About the role

We’re looking for a committed HR graduate to join VMCH in the internal Diversity and Inclusions team, where you will support the team’s programs and initiatives and gain exposure to other functions within the wider People Services team.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Implementing actions from the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Plan
• Developing and supporting the Disability Action Plan
• Coordinating diversity-related working groups and events
• Ensuring compliance with legislative obligations
• Engaging with internal and external stakeholders to drive our diversity agenda

About you

You have big plans for your future and the determination and resilience to get you there! You’re a natural people person, with excellent communication skills and the ability to quickly form positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders.

If you possess the following attributes, this could be the perfect opportunity for you:

• You have a bachelor’s degree in human resources (or related field) and demonstrated experience in implementing diversity, equity and inclusion related initiatives.
• Warm and friendly in your approach, you have excellent communication and interpersonal skills allowing you to engage effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• You also have strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Well-developed problem-solving skills, demonstrated initiative and sound judgement
• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritise effectively to manage competing demands
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Highly organised and able to keep track of outstanding items to provide timely reminders and updates
• Intermediate skills across the MS Office suite the ability to learn and adapt to changes in technology

Why VMCH?

Because the people we employ make it a great place to work! In addition, VMCH will provide you with:

• A rewarding and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional development and career progression. 
• A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits that can increase your take-home pay. 
• A flexible and family-friendly work culture, with wellbeing initiatives and paid parental leave. 
• Employee assistance program including employee, manager, career, conflict, nutrition and lifestyle, money, family, and legal assistance.
• Discounted private health insurance, school holiday programs and car hire.
• The opportunity to open a high-interest savings account with our banking partner.
• We value diversity, champion inclusion, and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and with all abilities, to consider joining our vibrant community.

About us

Here at VMCH our services are as diverse as the people we support. As a for-purpose organisation, love, joy, hospitality, and courage aren’t just words to us, they guide us in everything we do. While we’ve been around for over a century, we’re always moving forward. We stay true to who we are by supporting people and families to live their best lives, providing a place to call home and spaces to learn and grow. 

If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.

To work at VMCH, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, an Australian Criminal History Check, evidence of at least 3 X Covid vaccinations and agree to comply with Child Safety standards. You may also be required to supply an International Police Check. 

We do not accept unsolicited resumes, emails and phone calls from recruitment agencies.