The AIHW’s APS employee census results reflect the strength of our positive and supportive workplace culture. We continue to foster an inclusive, flexible and high-performing organisation where people are treated with respect and courtesy, and where diversity is recognised, valued, and celebrated.

The results are a testament to the professionalism, commitment, and dedication of our staff, highlighting the strong connection they have to our purpose, our flexible ways of working, and the contribution we make to improving the health and welfare of Australians. We are also proud to be ranked among the top ten APS agencies, out of 112, for employee engagement, enabling innovation and wellbeing, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to creating a workplace where people can thrive and perform at their best.

We offer a range of advantages including:

- access to flexible working arrangements to support your work/life balance
- attractive remuneration packages including generous superannuation and leave provisions
- challenging and fulfilling work where you can use your skills and expertise
- opportunities for professional development.

We are committed to creating genuine opportunities for everyone and we welcome applications from First Nations people(s), people with disability, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse people and people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

The AIHW has offices in Canberra and Sydney and offers remote work opportunities for many roles.

For more information, visit the Benefits of working for the AIHW page of our website.

The Business, Communications and Publishing Services Group manages the AIHW’s corporate functions that include, HR,



facilities, finance, communications and engagement, web, publishing and data visualisation and flagship reporting. The group includes two units (People and Culture, and HR Services and Facilities) that work closely together to support our workforce and deliver on the institute’s HR priorities.

The Unit Head, People and Culture leads a multidisciplinary team of around 14 staff responsible for delivering strategic and operational people services across the organisation. The role provides leadership, expert advice and oversight across workforce planning, work health and safety (WHS), workforce reporting and analytics, workplace relations and HR policy, learning and development, diversity and inclusion, performance and conduct, and First Nations workforce initiatives, including management of the Indigenous Liaison Officer function.

Working closely with executives, managers and staff, the role drives a contemporary, inclusive and high-performing workplace by developing workforce strategies, leading organisational change initiatives, strengthening workforce capability, and ensuring compliance with legislative and policy requirements. The position plays a key role in shaping organisational culture and workforce outcomes through evidence-based decision-making,



collaboration and people-centred leadership.

Under limited direction you will:

- Lead and develop a high-performing, multidisciplinary People and Culture team, fostering a collaborative, inclusive and positive culture while delivering strategic workforce outcomes and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Lead the implementation of the AIHW’s Workforce Development Plan.
- Lead the implementation of the new Reconciliation Action Plan.
- Manage the Enterprise Agreement bargaining process.
- Provide high-level strategic HR advice to the CEO, Senior Executive and Unit Heads.
- Work closely with the HR Services & Facilities Unit to ensure the delivery of streamlined and integrated people services across the agency.

To be eligible to apply for this vacancy, you must:
- have previous EL2 (or equivalent) experience leading HR functions
- be an Australian citizen
- undergo any required pre-employment checks, including a police records check

Please submit your application online via the AIHW e-Recruit system. When applying online for the first time, you will need to register and provide a valid email address.

Your application must include

1. A summary of your relevant skills and experience and explain why you would be the best person for the role. Your response should align with the position summary and selection criteria information above and must be no more than 750 words.
2. Your current CV and the names of two referees.

Candidates applying for APS vacancies should follow the principles for candidate use of AI in recruitment.

📌 Unit Head, People and Culture – Identified Position (Australia)
🏢 Australian Institute of Health & Welfare
📍 Australia