El2 Director People Policy And Workplace Relations

Currently, there are around 4.3 million Australians with a disability. The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) implements the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which is one of the biggest social reforms in the country since Medicare. As an Agency, we support more than 600,000 participants with a significant and permanent disability, and the families and carers of those living with disability. For many Australians, this will be the first time they receive the disability support they need. The NDIA is designed to enhance the quality of life and increase economic and social participation for people with disability and will mean a peace of mind for every Australian. 

Contribute to success across the NDIA in this EL2 Director role. We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate individual to join our team to lead a high performing team establish productive relationships with key stakeholders, and provide high-level advice to our senior management, Executive Leadership Team, and NDIA Board.

The People Policy and Workplace Relations Branch supports the broader Agency through expert People Policy development, education, productive engagement, and relationships. The branch will oversee the implementation of the Enterprise Agreement (EA), create, and revise contemporary people policies which align to the EA and NDIA's vision, values, and strategic goals.

Your contribution will bring a significant understanding of the APS industrial landscape, Workplace Relations, and/or People Policy development and implementation.

Responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

• Creating and leading a multi-functional HR team in a high profile, fast paced environment.
• Working closely with various stakeholders, including the Senior Executive Service, to identify strategic and operational workforce requirements to shape People Policy.
• Creating effective consultation arrangements to engage with employees and their representatives.
• Managing, resolving and responding to a range of employment matters and enquiries in line with the NDIA EA, work practices and relevant legislation including remuneration aspects.
• Partnering with others to deliver strategic and tailored initiatives that enhance the delivery of people solutions and work practices.

Our ideal candidate is dedicated to driving positive change through continuous improvement. You will prioritise stakeholder needs and foster productive work relationships, promoting the Agency as an employer of choice. 
Your strengths will include effective planning, timely decision-making and influencing skills. You will maintain a high work standard, consistently striving for excellence and taking proactive steps to achieve results. 

Your adaptability allows you to take on additional tasks as the agency evolves. A positive attitude, integrity and genuine care for colleagues define your approach. While government sector knowledge is desirable, your commitment to excellence, ability to build strong Workplace Relationships and influence operational practices will make you well-suited for this role. 

We work as one team. We are accepting, diverse and driven. We take a shared approach to making progress. We welcome and support each other and encourage different ideas, insights and opinions. We empower and enable each other to be our best. We collaborate, connect and work together to create a workplace that makes us proud. And while we are based far and wide across the country, we make sure nobody feels they are out on their own.

• You will work for a socially inclusive and culturally diverse workplace, that is making a meaningful impact to the lives of more than 600,000 Australians.
• Access to higher superannuation and above market leave entitlements
• Competitive remuneration and working conditions that support a positive work life balance
• Access to ongoing professional development and learning

While this role is available from various office locations (please see location availability in application), remote working arrangements may be considered. We intend to fill this role in an ongoing capacity, however non-ongoing roles up to 12 months with the possibility of extension up to 2 years may be offered.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police History check, Worker Screening check and/or Working with Children Check (where required) and provide evidence of Australian Citizenship.

Applications for this role close on 6 June at 11:30PM (AEST)

If you have any questions, please contact Kristy Dam on 0408066*** or email **********@ndis.gov.au

With the exception of personal details, applications can NOT be edited or updated once submitted for consideration. Please make sure you are completely satisfied with your entire application before submitting.

NDIA is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability (PwD), First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers and supporting an inter-generational workforce and supporting gender equity and families. NDIA will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.

RecruitAbility applies to this position: The RecruitAbility scheme supports people with disability applying for jobs in the Australian Public Service (APS) by giving you a better opportunity to put forward your skills and experience during the selection process.

The health and safety of workers, Participants and other visitors in our offices is our highest priority. Some roles within the National Disability Insurance Agency are covered by government Health Orders or Directives that require mandatory vaccinations.