Job Description

Human Resources Coordinator (Identified Position)

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Echuca, VIC | Full time, 37.5 hours per week | 2-year fixed term contract

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Support Our People. Strengthen Our Systems. Grow Your HR Career.

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Njernda Aboriginal Corporation is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to coordinate end-to-end HR functions and provide high-quality, proactive support to the HR department and hiring managers, spanning recruitment, onboarding, induction, employee records, workplace safety programs and employee benefits. With a focus on improving Njernda's HR processes, policies and practices, this is a 2-year fixed term contract commencing September 2026.

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This is a designated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander position under a special measure in accordance with section 12 of the Equal Prospect Act 2010 (Vic).

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THE ROLE

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Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, you'll work closely with the HR team, hiring managers, payroll, finance and IT across the whole employee lifecycle.

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- Assist the HR Manager to deliver Njernda's HR programs across recruitment, onboarding, induction, performance management, training and development, succession planning and exiting processes
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- Coordinate recruitment functions including job postings, screening applications, scheduling interviews and inducting new hires
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- Manage security and regulatory checks (police, WWCC, AHPRA) for new hires, students, volunteers, contractors and Board members, ensuring they remain valid and current
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- Serve as a first point of contact for employees on HR matters
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- Maintain accurate, up-to-date personnel files on the HR Management System and conduct routine audits
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- Assist with the collection and analysis of HR data to generate reports and insights
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- Support the development and review of HR systems, workflows, policies and procedures in line with legislative requirements
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WHY JOIN NJERNDA?

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At Njernda Aboriginal Corporation you'll be part of a values-driven, community-controlled organisation, guided by our values of Respect, Accountability, Resilience,



Advocacy and Cultural Sensitivity.

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- $84,500 annual salary (SCHADS Level 3.4) + Super
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- Generous salary packaging benefits (not-for-profit)
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- Victorian Ambulance Membership reimbursement (for you and your family)
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- Supportive team environment
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- Ongoing professional development opportunities
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- Genuine work–life balance and the benefits of a regional lifestyle
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SELECTION CRITERIA — YOU MUST ADDRESS THESE

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This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified position. To be considered, your application must include a separate document responding to each of the numbered criteria below.

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- A Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field, or significant relevant experience
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- 2–3 years' experience in Human Resources gained at Coordinator level
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- Understanding of best practice HR systems and processes, policies, procedures and legislation
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- High attention to detail
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- Demonstrated capacity to determine priorities, meet strict deadlines and balance competing demands, with the ability to work under pressure both independently and as part of a team
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- Demonstrated sound judgement, initiative, diplomacy, tact and discretion, with proven ability to handle sensitive calls, information and materials in a confidential and appropriate manner
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- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to prepare reports and documentation and work with a wide range of clients and team members
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- Highly competent computer skills, with knowledge and experience in the Microsoft suite, databases, email and the internet
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Desirable: Work experience in an Aboriginal organisation, and a working knowledge of Human Resources Management Systems.

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ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

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- Current and valid Victorian Working with Children Check
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- National Police Check
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- Current and valid full Victorian Driver's Licence
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- Eligibility to work in Australia
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- Vaccination status and pre-employment screening in line with Njernda's policies and procedures
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📌 HR Coordinator (Echuca)
🏢 Njernda Aboriginal
📍 Echuca