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About this roleLocation | CFA HQ – Burwood East (hybrid)Full Time | 2-year Fixed TermPTA 7 | $148,440 - $156,132 pa (plus 11.5% superannuation)Are you looking for a values-based, emergency service organisation that puts the community at the centre of everything we do?We are proud of the work we do in protecting lives and property, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.With over 51,000 volunteers CFA strives to be an organisation of choice for volunteers and employees. We, embrace individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds, recognising the unique value they bring to CFA.Want to read more about the Country Fire Authority (CFA) click .About the RoleThe Program Manager for People & Culture at CFA holds a pivotal position, overseeing strategic initiatives such as the Culture Review, Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Strategy implementation, Gender Equality Action Plan (GEAP) and Child Safety.In this role, fostering robust relationships is paramount, extending across the People & Culture function, various CFA departments and Volunteer Fire Brigade Victoria (VFBV). Your days will see you aligning actions and activities with CFA's people and culture priorities. This involves overseeing CFA's cultural journey, Child Safety, Volunteer Leadership Development and D&I Strategy.In essence, this role is integral to shaping and communicating CFA's commitment to cultural evolution, diversity and safety on both internal and external fronts.About YouOur ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate their ability to provide strategic advice within complex organisational contexts, employing contemporary program and project management tools. Your strong written and verbal communication skills will be pivotal, as you will handle presentations, collateral preparation and extensive report writing for the Executive team and other key stakeholders, as well as external publication and government submissions.Analytical expertise is essential for translating data into meaningful insights, and you should have a proven ability to lead cultural change, foster employee engagement and implement effective measurement strategies.We are seeking a candidate with tertiary qualifications in HR, Organisational Development, or a related field, complemented by significant program/project management experience. Additionally, experience or accreditation in methodologies like six sigma, lean, prince 2 and PROSCI change management will be highly regarded.Understanding the role of volunteers as primary stakeholders and building strong relationships with external partners and other emergency services and volunteer agencies, is key.Why choose CFAMeaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a differenceWork-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisionsGrowth Opportunities: Learning and developmentFlexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangementsDiscounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various servicesWellbeing Focus: Healthy for Life programs, flu vaccinationsMember Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathwaysYour ApplicationClick the 'apply' button to access our online application form. Here you will be asked to provide personal and contact details and respond to employment-related questions.When applying for a position with CFA, please submit a cover letter and resume that demonstrates your qualifications, experience, key attributes and skills required for the position.Pre-employment ChecksOffers of employment will only be made to candidates who:Successfully complete a National Police History Check, Working Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check.CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves. First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.Applications close: 11:59pm 1 August 2024If at any stage of the recruitment and selection process you require an alternative format to the application material or reasonable adjustment to the interview arrangements, please don't hesitate to contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively, emailThe Country Fire Authority (CFA) values your privacy. We will use the information you provide when you are applying for employment with us for the purpose of recruitment, selection, evaluation and appointment and to report on anonymised key metrics (e.g. diversity). The information we collect will be handled in accordance with privacy laws, including the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014. You can view our Privacy Statement . For access and correction of the information we have collected, contactCountry Fire Authority
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