Head of People and Place

Greenpeace is looking for an experienced Head of People and Place who will lead our Human Resources Unit in providing a comprehensive HR service to management and staff. You will be crucial in the achievement of Greenpeace’s strategic objectives and in fostering our people through the management of our HR functions

Reporting to: Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Location: Sydney

Status: Permanent Full time

Salary: $92,905.88 per annum + super

Closing date: midnight 05 October 2016

About the role:

We are looking for a dynamic, fresh and experienced HR professional to lead Greenpeace Australia Pacific’s people development aspirations. The successful applicant will have a well-rounded view of office dynamics and a genuine passion for enabling people to succeed. This is a leadership role within the organization and, as such, demands someone with ambition and a genuine belief in the values Greenpeace espouses.

Among other things, the HR Manager will be responsible for:

• Providing guidance to the CEO, Senior Management Team, managers and staff for all human resources issues, people development, legal compliance, best practice and HR strategy development
• Managing and leading the Human Resources Unit
• Day to day HR guidance and support in recruitment and selection, policy development, performance management, and support for all employees.

Why Greenpeace?

Australia and the Pacific are unique and precious environments. We've got a beautiful climate, rich oceans, vast forests and healthy food. Yet all of this is under threat. Greenpeace takes action to protect our natural home, now and for the future. We investigate and expose environmental abuse, hold decision-makers accountable, promote effective solutions and inspire others to create positive change. And this is where you come in!

What We Can Offer You!

As a Greenpeace employee, you’ll be part of an important program of work to stop climate change, save the ancient forests and protect our world's oceans, earth and sky!

As well as a chance to match your career to a compelling cause, Greenpeace offers employees a supportive, safe working environment and a genuine work/life balance. Greenpeace is committed to personal development, with great opportunities for workplace learning and career progression.

How to apply:          

Greenpeace welcomes and values diversity of people, cultural experiences and perspectives. We actively encourage applications from all corners of our global society. Through our campaigning, we create solutions that promote environmental sustainability rooted in social justice. 

To apply for this role please submit a CV (of no more than 3 pages) and a separate Cover Letter (of no more than 1 page) detailing your suitability for the role.

Note: Not all responsibilities and competencies listed in the Job Description need to be addressed; it is left to the discretion of the applicant which to focus on.

Please direct applications or enquiries to:

Human Resources

Recruitment.au@greenpeace.org

 Applications close at midnight on 05 October 2016.