• Position    : Fixed Term, Full Time (Upto 24 months)
• Location   : Preston
• Salary       : Between $90,000 to $110,000 plus super and salary packaging option

The Organisation

The Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency (VACCA) is an Aboriginal Community-Controlled organisation that supports and advocates for the Aboriginal Community and is the largest organisation of its kind in Australia. The VACCA team is committed to the organisation’s visions and values, passionately providing support, service and advocacy for our children and other vulnerable members of the community.

Our strength lies with our people.

About the role

The role of the Human Resources Business Partner is varied and encompasses a wide range of HR responsibilities. The role will hold a portfolio for specific regional/divisional areas within VACCA along with a range of HR functions. This position plays a critical role in establishing and building relationships across VACCA to enable the provision of high-quality HR services and build capacity and expertise in people management practices across the organisation.

About You

• Commitment to and understanding of the values that underpin VACCA’s vision and purpose
• Awareness and appreciation of Aboriginal societies and cultures, along with awareness of the key issues which impact upon Aboriginal communities, and commitment to continually build knowledge in this area
• Proven experience in a HR Business Partner or Advisor role in working closely and collaboratively with staff and managers to provide coaching and support and fit for purpose people related advice
• Proven experience in handling complex HR matters independently, with experience in end-to-end case management, along with the capacity to read and interpret awards and employment legislation, policies and procedures
• Demonstrated effective and culturally appropriate interpersonal skills and high levels of discretion and integrity
• Demonstrated capacity to support change management and assist others to adapt and adjust to organisational change in a culturally appropriate manner
• Excellent organisational ability, time management and communication skills
• Ability both to support wider team and draw support from others as needs and priorities change
• Requirements: Valid Police Check, a Victorian Working with Children’s Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain) and a Victorian Driver Licence. Current COVID-19 vaccination (Strongly Recommended)

What we can offer you

• A supportive environment that includes comprehensive induction
• The support of regular internal supervision
• Professional development and training opportunities 
• Attractive salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
• 17.5% loading on annual leave
• Access to agency vehicles for all work-related travel 
• Access to Employee support and wellbeing programs 
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
• Opportunity to work and build connection with the Aboriginal Community and culture
• Fitness Passport - allowing you (and your family) access to any of the facilities available on this program 

 We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders people to apply

Applications should include a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and current resume. We encourage applicants to view the Position Description prior to applying. Please click here  HRBP - Corporate - Award Free - Fixed Term upto 24 Months.pdf to download the position description for this role. 

Application closes by 5 October 2026

We are committed to Aboriginal self-determination and supporting strong, safe, thriving Aboriginal communities and aim to ensure every individual is treated with dignity, honouring all cultural backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities and spiritual beliefs.

VACCA is a child-safe organisation and is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people with zero tolerance for child abuse. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencement of employment and periodically following commencement.

VACCA is an equal opportunity employer and has a smoke-free workplace policy