The West Australian Football Commission (WAFC) is the peak Australian Rules Football body in Western Australia that plays a key leadership, governance and funding role to football throughout the State whilst also driving the overall development and growth of the game. The WAFC is a not for profit organisation that plays an important role in funding the on-going development of football in all communities.

The WAFC's vision is to connect and enhance WA communities through our great game. This will be underpinned by a focus on delivering against the core objectives of Engagement, Talent and Sustainability. WA Football is in an exciting period and we are now seeking a suitably experienced, motivated and dedicated Human Resources generalist to manage the delivery of all people, culture and safety programs and initiatives across the organisation. Reporting to the Executive Manager of Governance, Strategy and People the Manager People, Culture and Safety will lead a small team to deliver all operational HR requirements as well as oversee the organisation’s HSE program.

Key responsibilities:

• Supporting the Executive Manager of Strategy, Governance and People, in leading the development and delivery of the WAFC’s People, Culture and Safety strategic plan;
• Providing strategic input relevant to people, culture and safety priorities;
• Managing the delivery of all operational and transactional HR support;
• Provide IR/ER advice, including performance/grievance management, mediation in conflict situations and investigations;
• Oversee the organisation’s HSE program;
• Manage people focused change initiatives in conjunction with the CEO and Executive team;
• Provide effective support and advice for all people-related matters to Managers at every level across the organisation.

To be considered for this position you will need to demonstrate the following essential criteria:

Skills:

• Demonstrated leadership skills with a strong focus on team orientation (E);
• Strong written and oral communication skills (E);
• Good relationship building and networking skills (E);
• Good project management skills (E);
• Knowledge of employment legislation, the Fair Work Act and contemporary HR best practice (E);
• Knowledge of OH&S legislation and OH&S best practice (E);

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a generalist HR Manager position, providing business partnering to managers and staff across the organisation (preferably small to medium-sized organisation) (E);
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources or related field (E)  
• Demonstrated experience across HR Policy, Recruitment, Workforce Planning, Employee Relations, Staff Development, Workers’ Compensation and Reward & Recognition (E);
• Experience preparing quality business documentation including reports, proposals, presentations and policies (E);
• Previous experience managing OH&S (E);
• Previous change management experience; demonstrated effectiveness during times of significant change and transition; as well as experience with, and understanding of change management processes and methodologies (D);
• Previous experience of managing people (D);
• Experience working in sport or another not-for-profit environment (D).

This is a truly unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with one of the highest-profile sporting organisations in WA. If you love sport including Australian Rules Football and want to further develop your career in Human Resources with an industry-leading organisation, this could be the role for you!

All applicants will be required to present a current Police Clearance prior to commencement.

The role will be offered on a 3 year fixed term contract.

The successful applicant will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package commensurate with experience. For more information about the role and to view the position description please: Click here

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume online via SEEK.

Applications close 8^th March 2019 at 4pm

The West Australian Football Commission is committed to equal opportunity in employment and the principles of diversity. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people with a disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.