Director - Conditions and Wellbeing (EL 2) As a HR Director , you will lead a small team of HR professionals to provide expert advice and support on WHS, rehabilitation, and conditions matters to the Agency. You will engage in a diverse range of complex and sensitive issues that require detailed planning, stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and persuasion/influence. You will possess sound technical HR knowledge, including a well-developed understanding of the legislative, regulatory, and compliance frameworks that underpin the deliverables for which you are accountable and responsible. The Director reports to the Assistant Coordinator-General, People, Governance, and Integrity and is responsible for overseeing the operational activities of the Conditions and Wellbeing section. The Director will lead, guide, and influence their staff to deliver specified objectives and outcomes while simultaneously committing to building capacity within their teams. They identify capability requirements for their area of responsibility and ensure suitably qualified and appropriately skilled officers undertake assigned duties and activities effectively. The Director will lead and drive close consultation with other Branches in the People, Governance, and Integrity Branch specifically, and across the wider organisation to identify HR needs and support the resolution of HR issues. They recognise capability requirements for the Agency and ensure suitably qualified and appropriately skilled officers undertake assigned duties and activities effectively. About the People, Governance and Integrity Branch The People, Governance, and Integrity branch in NEMA provides support across the areas of Governance, Integrity, and Human Resources (HR). The Human Resources function is split across two teams: Conditions and Wellbeing who provide wellbeing support and initiatives, proactive early intervention support and rehabilitation, guidance and expert advice on payroll matters, employment conditions, learning and development, and work, health and safety services. Engagement, Strategy and Performance who provide recruitment, on-boarding, performance management, culture, workforce planning and reporting, SES Unit support, and HR services. Specific Duties / Responsibilities Develop, set, and manage section business plans and associated risk treatment strategies ensuring alignment with strategic direction. Develop section forward work plans, setting priorities, assigning tasks, allocating appropriate resources, and clarifying the outcomes required. Lead, manage, and direct staff to deliver section objectives and services. Monitor and measure the performance of section outcomes and benefits. Provide high-level support to senior executive officers within NEMA. Communicate effectively and concisely with staff and external parties on a range of relevant issues. Coach, mentor, and promote staff development opportunities including the development of specialist, professional, and/or technical expertise. Manage the section's budget including reporting and input, in accordance with departmental policy and relevant procedures such as the AAIs and financial delegations. Develop and/or clear high-level written material, submissions, or briefs, in relation to sensitive matters. Provide leadership in implementing and promoting a climate of change and continuous improvement. Design and implement processes to measure development and the effectiveness of training initiatives. We are seeking candidates who: Have proven experience in HR with a background in industrial relations & policy development. Experience in working with the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (WHS Act) and Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1988 (SRC Act). Have highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, and have demonstrated experience implementing strategic HR initiatives. Demonstrate the ability to proactively build and sustain positive working relationships with team members, senior leadership, and stakeholders within a strong client-focused environment. Tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or related discipline (preferred). This is a designated security assessed position. The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a baseline security clearance. This position is based in Canberra, ACT. For further information and how to apply please visit jobs.homeaffairs.gov.au/nema/go/NEMA/7839610/ #J-18808-Ljbffr