Director, People Strategy & Inclusion

Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry is seeking a Director of Human Resources to lead strategic HR initiatives. This role involves supporting a high-performing team, aligning HR services with departmental priorities, and fostering a culture of inclusion. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and analytical capabilities. This position is located in Canberra with an emphasis on strategic HR services across the department, ensuring alignment with APS expectations and frameworks.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience delivering strategic HR services and/or programs in a complex environment.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• A commitment to creating a respectful, inclusive workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and support a high-performing team.
• Provide strategic, evidence-based HR advice to senior executives.
• Lead the design and evaluation of initiatives relevant to culture and inclusion.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Analytical capability

Continuous improvement mindset

Integrity and discretion

Education

Experience in human resources or a related field

Job description

The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry is seeking a Director of Human Resources to lead strategic HR initiatives. This role involves supporting a high-performing team, aligning HR services with departmental priorities, and fostering a culture of inclusion. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and analytical capabilities. This position is located in Canberra with an emphasis on strategic HR services across the department, ensuring alignment with APS expectations and frameworks.