The mission of The Nature Conservancy is to preserve the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive.
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Job Title:
Human Resources Specialist
Job ID:
42341
AUSTRALIA
Full/Part Time:
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
OFFICE LOCATION
Melbourne, Australia
WORK WITH US
The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact around the world in more than 35 countries, all 50 United States, and your backyard. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. Visit www.nature.org/aboutus to learn more.
The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, 401k or savings-plan matching for eligible employees, excellent benefits, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Human Resources Specialist provides hands on human resources support and services in recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, compensation, performance management, benefits, payroll, staff development/training, HR metrics, organizational development, and records management. The Human Resources Specialist is responsible for administering and maintaining HR systems, programs, procedures and plans according to HR policies and will provide timely and quality assistance to all levels of staff on various HR-related issues. S/he will respond timely to moderately complex employee/management questions and problems based on advanced knowledge of aspects applicable to the subject area. The Human Resources Specialist will manage and administer the payroll, benefits, records retention, health and safety plans and employment-related paperwork for TNC Australia. May provide human resources support as needed with Pacific Island Programs. S/he will work collaboratively with the Senior Human Resources Manager for Asia Pacific and with Human Resources and Operations staff throughout the organization. Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned by supervisor.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree or 3 years HR related work experience or equivalent combination.
Experience coordinating projects.
Experience responding to HR related questions and problems from employees/management.
Experience in database management and spreadsheet software; constructing and producing reports; data input, manipulation and analysis.
Experience working with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
Occupational Health and Safety experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Solid knowledge of word processing, database management, and spreadsheet software, with ability to construct and produce reports, data input, manipulation, and analysis.
Advanced understanding of fundamental HR concepts, processes, and services.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent customer service and communications skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply to position number 42341, submit resume and cover letter as one document. All applications must be submitted in the system prior to 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on September 5, 2014.
Click “submit” to apply for the position or “save for later” to create a draft application for future submission. Once submitted, applications cannot be revised or edited. Failure to complete required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration.
