Job Category: Corporate Services (Finance, IT, HR, Safety, Quality, Communication, Advocacy)
Job Description
Make a real impact in a purpose-driven organisation
Join a supportive, inclusive team at Deaf Connect, where people genuinely care about the work they do.
If you enjoy variety, love keeping things organised, and want to build your HR career in a values-led NFP, this role is for you.
We're offering a full time, flexible opportunity based in any of our offices — Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide or Perth.
Our hybrid model supports balance, with core in-office days (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) and flexibility to work from home on Mondays and Fridays.
About the role
The People & Culture team are a diverse group that enjoy the role we play in making Deaf Connect a great place to work.
As part of this team, you will support the business with recruitment, onboarding and contracts, and general HR queries.
You will be the first point of call for general HR queries and will be actively involved in innovation and change projects.
If you pride yourself on your responsiveness, strong attention to detail, efficient time management and drive to deliver the best outcomes, we want to hear from you.
Main responsibilities of the role include:
Support end-to-end recruitment (job ads, scheduling interviews, candidate coordination)
Prepare contracts, letters and HR documents across the employee lifecycle
Maintain accurate employee records in our HR system (Elmo)
Keep compliance up to date (screenings, licences, certifications)
Respond to HR queries from employees and managers
Generate reports and provide regular updates to stakeholders
Support onboarding and offboarding processes
Contribute to People & Culture projects and process improvements
Work collaboratively across a Deaf and hearing work environment
About you
In your application, let us know if you have these key skills and experience:




Current or previous experience within a human resources environment in an administrative role
Demonstrated experience communicating in Auslan (Australian Sign Language) is highly regarded
Experience in process documentation and process improvement
Good organisational and time management skills, ability to plan and prioritise your workload
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and coordinate information channels within the team and other business areas
You should also let us know if you have these other great skills:
Experience with ELMO, Microsoft Teams, Sharepoint and Excel
Understanding of the Deaf Community or not for profit sector
Relevant qualifications in Human Resources and/or Business Administration
Current or recent Auslan skills, or the willingness to learn
About Us
Deaf Connect is the largest, whole-of-life service provider and social impact organisation for Deaf, deafblind and hard of hearing Australians.
We stand with the Deaf community to build capacity and influence social change while paying respect to history, culture and language.
Our organisational values of Heart, Courage, and Discovery stand with the Deaf community to build capacity and influence social change while paying respect to history, culture, and language.
We offer an attractive benefits program including:
Salary packaging, enabling you to make huge savings on tax and maximise your pay
Flexibility regarding working arrangements
Discount membership to gyms and facilities throughout Australia
Free annual flu vaccinations
Free comprehensive online learning portal
Free financial wellness support through our default super fund
The successful applicant will be asked to provide a NDIS Worker Check, a Working with Children Check (WWCC) relevant to their state (if applicable to the role), and proof of working rights in Australia.
Deaf Connect is committed to child safety, safeguarding, and inclusion, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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📌 People And Culture Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Deaf Connect
📍 Melbourne