Exceptional opportunity to promote values led organisational renewal and growth Reports to the CEO as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team Join Australias pre-eminent employment, education services and settlement agency The Position This is an exceptional opportunity to lead and enable major enterprise-wide change initiatives that strengthen workforce sustainability, organisational resilience and long-term performance in support of AMES future vision and ambition. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and serving as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the position is accountable for ensuring AMES meets statutory, regulatory, workforce and operational obligations as a publicly funded provider operating across migration, settlement, employment and education services. The role is also responsible for strengthening volunteer engagement and participation. You will bring a track record of achievement in a demanding HR executive role and be able to operate at both the strategic and operational levels. As an empathic and collegiate leader, you will be a trusted adviser and highly motivated to nurture and develop a professional and engaged people and culture team aligned to internal client needs. Extensive experience leading P&C functions within multi-faceted and complex organisations with diverse workforces is expected. Motivational fit will be an important consideration in the selection criteria. The Organisation For 70 years AMES Australia has supported new and recently arrived refugees and migrants to settle in their new life in Australia. AMES works with new arrivals and with the community, business and government to develop sustainable and effective settlement, education and employment services for the Australian community. AMES Australia is a Victorian statutory authority operating under the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 and originally established under the Education Act 1958: a body corporate governed by a board, accountable to the Victorian Minister for Skills and TAFE. Applications close: 18 February 2026 To apply click Apply Now, using reference AMScpo0126 address your cover letter and resume to David Baber and Alice Silver of Future Leadership, or call 1300 347 437 for further information. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title
Chief People Officer