Human Resources Officer
Adelaide Fringe is the biggest arts festival in the Southern Hemisphere, celebrating and encouraging social cohesion through cultural exchange and bringing people together. With a vibrant internal workplace culture, Adelaide Fringe is committed to cultural diversity, inclusivity, and acceptance across all levels.
As the Human Resources Officer this is something that you will live and breathe as your day to day, while collaborating in a friendly and supportive team environment.
About the role
This is an exciting role which offers the unique opportunity to work within one of Australia's largest and most diverse arts festivals. With a commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and continuous learning, Adelaide Fringe fosters an environment that celebrates the contributions of all its people.The successful candidate will have the chance to manage HR activities, oversee volunteer programs, and contribute to staff training initiatives.
What you'll do:As a Human Resources Officer, you will be integral in ensuring smooth HR operations across the organisation. Reporting to the Executive Director - Operations & Finance, you will be responsible for managing recruitment processes, implementing HR procedures, coordinating performance reviews, and overseeing the offboarding process for all employees.
Additionally, you will play a key role in managing the organisation's volunteer program. Your contribution will directly impact the success of one of Australia's largest arts festivals.
- Supervision of the Senior Operations Coordinator, AFL Sports Ready Trainees, and the Volunteer Coordinator
- Manage recruitment processes and providing support to hiring managers through finding and filtering candidates, offering necessary resources, creating contracts, and ensuring consistency throughout the recruitment process.
- Maintain daily operations of the HRIS
- Research and implement HR procedures and processes to improve service delivery.
- Manage organisation-wide training and development opportunities.
- Develop, implement, review, and maintain policies based on legislation requirements and business needs.
- Coordinate performance appraisal/review process between leaders and team members.
- Manage offboarding process for all employees.
- Oversee maintenance of volunteer records / databases / files
The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in a similar human resources role. You will possess knowledge of HR, WHS, general operations, and volunteer management. In addition, you will have the following skills and experience:
- Bachelor or Diploma degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (desired)
- Proven experience in a similar HR role focused on recruitment and employee life cycle management.
- Dedicated to providing outstanding people experiences.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills with ability to deal with diverse backgrounds.
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and competing deadlines concurrently.
- Experience working in an environment requiring confidentiality.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines concurrently.
Adelaide Fringe is not just an arts festival; it's a cultural phenomenon that embraces diversity and inclusivity. It provides flexible working arrangements for all its employees including those with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally diverse individuals, and those who identify as LGBTQ+.
The organisation takes pride in its diversity and fosters an inclusive workplace.
Enjoy employee benefits such as:
- Employee Assistance Program
- 5 days bonus (post) festival leave for year-round staff (this is additional to four weeks annual leave)
- 2 days of Volunteer Leave for all full year and seasonal salaried staff
- Ongoing training opportunities
- Staff development days and opportunities
- An Adelaide Fringe Membership
- Flexible work environment
- An optional social calendar and events
- Study leave.
To apply please click apply or call Denise Antoniou on 08 8216 3502 for a confidential discussion.