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People and Culture Lead

Purpose-driven. Strategic. People-first.

  • Hybrid (Sydney)

  • Full-time permanent

  • Salary Packaging Available to increase take-home pay

 

Why Join Compassion Australia? 
We exist to release children from poverty in Jesus’ name. As People and Culture Lead, you’ll help our teams thrive so we can grow our impact – especially as we expand operations into Asia. 
 
You’ll partner with leaders to shape culture, build capability, and deliver both strategic and hands-on HR solutions. Reporting to the COO, you’ll lead a small team and bring creativity, sound judgement, and a collaborative spirit to strengthen systems, people, and performance. 

About You 
You’re an experienced HR leader who enjoys rolling up your sleeves to deliver results. You bring a strong grasp of workforce planning, L&D, employee relations, and HR compliance – and you know how to balance strategy with action. 
 
Ideally, you also understand the nuances of Christian or not-for-profit workplaces. 

Why You’ll Love It Here 

  • Mission-first: Be part of a cause that changes lives

  • Great Culture: we take our work seriously, but we have fun

  • Flexible work: Genuine hybrid model

  • Make an impact: Shape culture, capability, and people systems

  • Collaborative & innovative: Work with people who care and strive for excellence. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Lead and coach the P&C team to deliver strategy and build culture and capability

  • Manage ER, compliance, WHS, and workforce planning

  • Drive and embed talent acquisition, development, and employee experience

  • Partner with senior leaders to integrate P&C strategy across the organisation

  • Manage budgets and lead key P&C projects.

What You’ll Bring 

  • Degree in HR or related field (ministry qualifications a bonus)

  • Strong strategic and problem-solving skills

  • Proven experience managing ER, influencing stakeholders, and driving HR outcomes

  • Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills

  • Deep knowledge of HR best practice, employment law, and organisational development 

Ready to Apply? 
If you’re excited to shape culture and lead P&C in a growing Christian NFP, click “Apply Now.” Applications close 11:59 pm (AEST) 31st July 2025 but may close earlier if filled. 
  
Please note applicants must have valid Australian working rights to be considered for this role.
  
Early applications are encouraged, and the position may be filled before the closing date.