We are offering a full time 9 month fixed term (parental leave) contract position, working in a flexible environment, built around the diversity of our team and their needs. A competitive salary commensurate with the not for profit sector is offered together with a broad range of wellbeing benefits.

What we are looking for 

The People & Culture Manager leads the operational People & Culture function and is a trusted advisor across the organisation. The role ensures UNICEF Australia has the people, culture, systems and workplace environment needed to thrive — supporting a safe, inclusive and high-performing organisation. 

With strong expertise across HR operations, Wellbeing, Health and Safety and employee experience, the People & Culture Manager plays a central role in strengthening culture, building leadership capability and ensuring our people have what they need to do their best work. 

Your day will include

• Providing strategic HR advice to leaders on workforce planning, team structures and remuneration approaches, including leading the annual remuneration review cycle and salary benchmarking processes. 
• Leading Performance & Wellbeing practices, supporting managers with performance conversations, development planning and employee wellbeing. 
• Managing ER matters and ensuring compliance across Wellbeing, Health and Safety, safeguarding, workplace risk and legislative requirements. 
• Overseeing office and premises operations, including budget management and ensuring a safe, ergonomic and engaging workplace environment. 
• Ensuring safe and compliant staff travel, supporting travel readiness, wellbeing preparation and monitoring staff movements when overseas. 
• Leading HR operations and continuous improvement, managing the People & Culture Coordinator, strengthening P&C systems and maintaining key policies and processes. 

We would like you to have the following skills and experience

• Strong experience in HR generalist, P&C leadership or HR business partnering roles. 
• Solid background in Employee Relations and Work Health & Safety, with confidence advising on legislation, risk, compliance and investigations. 
• Experience advising on workforce planning, performance processes and leading remuneration activities, including annual review cycles and salary benchmarking.  
• Ability to build trust and influence at all levels of leadership.
• Excellent communication skills, with experience preparing clear, insightful reports and workforce updates. 
• Strong organisation, judgement and ability to balance hands-on delivery with strategic thinking. 
• Commitment to child safeguarding principles and alignment with UNICEF Australia’s mission and values. 
• Collaborative, adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment. 

What will it feel like to work at UNICEF Australia

• An environment and culture built on the importance of teamwork, collaboration and shared purpose
• Sector leading salary packaging and a competitive salary commensurate with the NFP sector
• A flexible work environment with balance between home and office work, which puts the wellbeing of our staff at the centre of our decision making
• A positive and values-driven work culture which celebrates our achievements and recognises our teams
• A wellbeing package which includes such things as access to Birthday leave, EAP, nutrition, exercise, financial and legal support
• Commitment to our child-first philosophy with generous paid parental leave and offering 
• The opportunity to support a global impactful cause and make a difference for every child 

How To Apply

To apply for this fantastic opportunity please select "Apply" and submit the following documents in PDF format:
 

• Your Cover Letter, outlining your relevant experience and highlighting a summary of your strengths
• Your CV 

For further information on this position, please be in touch with our People & Culture Team: recruitment@unicef.org.au.

We welcome you to contact us to discuss any requirements that will ensure you can participate fully in our recruitment experience. 
 
Applications for this position close Wednesday 17th December 2025.
 
All applicants are required to be legally entitled to work in Australia. UNICEF Australia has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and exploitation and adheres to strict safeguarding principles. All successful candidates will be required to undergo rigorous background checks (including National Police Check and Working with Children Check) and sign and abide by our Code of Conduct on Child Safeguarding & Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse.

UNICEF Australia is committed to ensure all our People, from any background, feel heard, considered, and able to contribute to their full potential. We are striving to build a truly inclusive workplace, one that our team feel they can bring their best self to work and is reflective of the wider community that we serve.