About the College:
The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) is the leading standards body responsible for the training and education of specialists and GP obstetricians in obstetrics and gynaecology in Australia and New Zealand.

RANZCOG is committed to the establishment and maintenance of the highest possible standards of practice in women's health and provides programs in training, accreditation and continuing professional development (CPD) that are responsive to the evolving health care needs of women.

RANZCOG supports research into women's health and act as an advocate for women's healthcare by forging productive relationships with individuals, the community and professional organisations, both locally and internationally.

Te Whiwhinga Mahi | The Opportunity

The College is seeking an experienced HR generalist to join our team in a parental leave position.

This is a true generalist role offering variety and the opportunity to work closely with key stakeholders, providing advice across people, culture and workplace relations matters. As a trusted People and Wellbeing Advisor, you will provide practical, hands-on support to our people leaders and employees across the full employee lifecycle. From recruitment and performance management to employee relations, policy development and organisational change, this is a fantastic opportunity to play an active role in supporting effective people management and contributing to a positive workplace culture.

This is a part time (0.8FTE), 12-month fixed-term parental leave position based in Melbourne, with flexible hybrid working arrangements.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide generalist HR support to staff across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand across all stages of the employee life cycle (end to end recruitment, onboarding, engagement, performance, learning and development, remuneration, WHS, through to separation and offboarding).
Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and staff on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
Manage employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, performance management, and disciplinary actions.

Ko wai koe | About you - Key Selection Criteria

A thorough understanding of relevant employment legislation and contemporary human resource management practices and principles in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand, with the ability to apply this knowledge in a practicable HR context
Demonstrated experience within a HR generalist or talent management role.
Experience with HR Information Systems, with ELMO experience highly regarded
Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and maintain confidentiality.
Highly developed interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships, communicate effectively, influence stakeholders and foster a collaborative environment.
Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise work with conflicting deadlines.
Strong administrative skills, particularly with respect to accuracy and detail.
A proactive approach to problem-solving, with a commitment to continuous improvement in processes and practices.
A positive and flexible attitude, with the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
Effective conflict resolution and empathetic communication skills to manage sensitive situations and employee relations matters.
Demonstrated behaviour consistent with our organisational values and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Ka whiwhi koe i te aha | What you will get in return

Working at RANZCOG means enjoying a strong sense of purpose and engaging in meaningful work every day. Some of our benefits include:
Salary packaging
Flexible and hybrid working conditions
A range of leave options for all that life throws at you
Commitment to wellbeing, inclusion and diversity

We are proud to be an accredited Great Place to Work since 2023, with a current score of 83%! We are also recognised as a Work 180 Employer of Choice for Women since 2022 and recently ranked in the top 101 Workplaces for Women across Australia. You can find out more about all of our accreditations on our website!

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces and celebrates the differences and similarities within our staff, trainee, and member workforce.

We encourage applications from First Nations, LGBTQIA+, and neurodivergent peoples; as well as parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith.

Feel like you don’t meet all the requirements for this role? Studies have shown that women and ethnic minorities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you are interested in this role but feel your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at the College.

Please visit our Careers at RANZCOG webpage for more information on our benefits, candidate support and to get an idea of what our recruitment process is like.

TO APPLY: When submitting your application, please include your current CV and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria. You can view the Position Description here or by visiting the College vacancies list on our website.

Applications Close: 13 November 2026 11:59 PM (AEST/AEDT). Please apply as soon as possible as applications will be shortlisted when they are received, and interviews may commence prior to the closing date.

RANZCOG acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Custodians of the lands, waters and communities across Australia, on which our staff live and work, and to their Elders, past, present and future. Sovereignty has never been ceded. It always was and always will be, Aboriginal land.

RANZCOG recognises the special status of Māori as tangata whenua in Aotearoa New Zealand and is committed to meeting its obligations as Te Tiriti o Waitangi partners.

People and Wellbeing Advisor - Victoria, Australia at RANZCOG | WORK180