About AWC:

AWC is a pragmatic global conservation leader, restoring landscapes and providing hope for Australian wildlife. Guided by science, AWC delivers measurable conservation impacts at scale to secure the future of our most endangered species.

At AWC we are inspired by the unparalleled richness of Australia’s wildlife and we are united by our determination to protect its unique animals and landscapes. It is our mission to effectively conserve all Australian wildlife and habitats and our vision is for a world where Australia’s biodiversity is valued and effectively conserved by an engaged community. 

The delivery of AWC’s mission is highly reliant on all AWC working collaboratively with each other as a cohesive, engaged, collaborative, high performing group guided by strong, effective leaders. 

AWC’s work is guided by the following values. At AWC, we are:

• Accountable – taking ownership of our actions and outcomes
• Informed – working together to acquire and apply evidence, knowledge and experience
• Respectful – demonstrating care, recognition and integrity 
• Dedicated – committed to delivering effective outcomes, with resilience and tenacity
• Innovative – applying creative thinking for effective solutions
• Sustainable – delivering long-term financial and ecological viability. 

About the role:

We are seeking a detail oriented and proactive People Administrator guru to support the daily operations of our small People team. Based out of AWC’s office in Subiaco, Western Australia, the People Administrator will handle a wide range of administrative tasks and ensure the smooth functioning of HR activities. This role requires a strong ability to multitask, excellent organisational skills and an understanding of HR policies and procedures.

A primary focus for the People Administrator will be to take a proactive role in the administration and optimisation of a new HRIS (ELMO) platform and provide ongoing development and application across AWC’s core functions. 

Other key responsibilities will be to:

• Complete full employee life cycle HRIS administration tasks including timely employee profile updates
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure HR systems and processes are aligned
• Provide human resources administration assistance including contracts of employment and/or variations
• Ensure consistency in AWC brand including assisting with recruitment advertising campaigns
• Generate HRIS generated reports as required and administration support to the Chief People Officer
• Participate in AWC People team initiatives including Internship programs, HR projects and payroll preparation, etc.

Critical competencies:

• Administration experience across the entire HR function including recruitment and onboarding, remuneration benchmarking, employee appraisals, etc
• Proficient ability in the use of HRIS platforms/systems (i.e. ELMO or similar)
• Strong skills in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word and Excel
• Knowledge of HR legislation and applicable industrial relations instruments (i.e. Awards) preferred
• Demonstrated confidence in work approach including ability to communicate across all stakeholder groups
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong and supportive team player attributes

Qualifications:

• Formal qualifications in Human Resources or related discipline is desirable

PLEASE NOTE: This is a permanent, full-time position. A flexible office/work-from-home hybrid arrangement and ordinary work hours will be discussed at interview.

To view the detailed position description for this role, click here: People Administrator 

Why this Role:

• Be Part of Something Bigger: You’ll help shape a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a passionate, diverse, and driven team that values creativity, inclusivity, and innovation.
• Workplace Flexibility – high degree of workplace flexibility, including additional leave offered.
• Make a difference - Save our endangered species: You will have a rare insight into behind the scenes conservation efforts, we all have a part to play in stopping the loss of our precious animals and their habitats.

This role will offer someone with solid administration skills a fantastic human resources career development opportunity within the AWC People function, and a rare opportunity to become a valued contributor to AWC’s conservation efforts across Australia

Join our Journey:

Take the leap and start your next adventure with the AWC!  AWC reserves the right to start screening applicants and interviewing throughout the recruitment process. 

Initial enquiries: employment@australianwildlife.org

Applications: To submit an application, click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts to complete an online application form. Your application must include CV and covering letter, briefly addressing the critical competencies listed in the detailed job description attachment.

Please note: 

1. Applicants must be an Australian citizen/permanent resident or have a suitable visa in place in order to apply. Sponsorship is not available.
2. Applicants will undergo relevant pre-employment checks, which may include a national police clearance, online medical and a values-based assessment. 
3. If you apply for this role, AWC will include you in its ongoing updates and communications about its events, activities and fundraising initiatives. You may opt out of these communications at any time.
4. Any application submitted to AWC will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy, available at www.australianwildlife.org/privacy-policy. By providing us with your contact details, you consent to receive communications and direct educational material will remain current until you advise us otherwise.

AWC is a welcoming and inclusive organisation that invites individuals from diverse backgrounds, such as those who identify as First Nations and Torres Strait Islander, individuals with disabilities, the LGBTIQA+ community, neurodivergent individuals, and those from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, to apply for the opportunity. AWC values and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels comfortable to be themselves, and where a range of perspectives, cultures, and voices are respected and recognised as a key part to the success of AWC. To be eligible for consideration, applicants must also have the right to live and work in Australia.