<p><strong>Permanent, full-time executive leadership role based in historic Sion House in Warragul&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Join a not-for-profit organisation shaping the future of Catholic education across regional and rural Victoria</li> <li>Drive transformational impact through strategic people leadership</li> <li>Competitive executive remuneration package with generous salary packaging and leave benefits</li> </ul> <p><strong>About Us</strong></p> <p><strong>The Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited (DOSCEL)</strong> governs and supports 44 Catholic schools — 39 primary and 5 secondary — across a diverse and vibrant region stretching from Melbourne’s outer south-eastern suburbs through Gippsland to Victoria’s east coast.</p> <p>Our mission is to deliver the highest quality education and student outcomes, underpinned by the Gospel values and the rich tradition of Catholic education. With a growing workforce of over 3,000 employees, DOSCEL is committed to creating safe, inclusive, and thriving school communities that place the student at the centre.</p> <p>You’ll be joining a compassionate and supportive workplace that values each person, offers genuine belonging, and fosters both personal and professional growth.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>Reporting to the Executive Director and as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the <strong>Chief People Officer</strong> will lead the development and delivery of a contemporary People &amp; Culture strategy that aligns with DOSCEL’s mission and strategic priorities.</p> <p>This role has oversight of all people functions across the organisation, including:</p> <ul> <li>Workforce strategy and planning</li> <li>Leadership development and succession</li> <li>HR policy and operations</li> <li>Employee and industrial relations</li> <li>Talent acquisition, capability, and wellbeing</li> <li>Culture, engagement, and change readiness</li> </ul> <p>As Chief People Officer, you’ll champion a people-first culture, strengthen organisational capability, and ensure the systems, frameworks, and strategies are in place to attract, support, and retain a high-performing, values-aligned workforce across all schools and the DOSCEL Secretariat.</p> <p><strong>About You</strong></p> <p>You are a seasoned senior HR executive with a passion for purpose-led leadership. You bring a depth of experience in workforce strategy, cultural transformation, and organisational development, ideally within education, not-for-profit, or public sector settings.</p> <p>You will also demonstrate:</p> <ul> <li>Commitment to the ethos, values and mission of Catholic education</li> <li>Exceptional stakeholder engagement and leadership skills</li> <li>Experience navigating complex industrial environments</li> <li>Proven ability to deliver strategic and operational impact</li> <li>Outstanding judgement, emotional intelligence and discretion</li> </ul> <p><strong>Key Requirements</strong></p> <ul> <li>Executive-level experience in Human Resources or People &amp; Culture leadership roles</li> <li>Relevant tertiary qualifications in HR, Business, Psychology, or a related discipline</li> <li>Strong understanding of employment law, industrial relations and workplace compliance</li> <li>Experience leading and developing diverse, multidisciplinary teams</li> <li>Alignment with and ability to promote the mission and vision of Catholic education</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why Join DOSCEL?</strong></p> <ul> <li>Strategic executive leadership role with meaningful impact</li> <li>Join a mission-driven and inclusive organisation</li> <li>Attractive executive remuneration package and fully maintained vehicle&nbsp;</li> <li>Salary packaging and professional development opportunities</li> </ul> <p><strong>Applications Close:</strong> <strong>Tuesday 12 August 2025</strong><br><strong>To Apply or Enquire:</strong> For a confidential discussion, please contact Soha Fahmi at <a href="mailto:soha.fahmi@xperience.com.au?subject=Chief%20People%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">soha.fahmi@xperience.com.au</a>.</p> <p><strong>Application Documentation:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Position Description</li> <li>DOSCEL Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy</li> <li>DOSCEL Code of Conduct</li> <li>DOSCEL Statement of Principles Regarding Catholic Education</li> </ul> <p><strong>DOSCEL is a child safe organisation.</strong> All successful applicants are required to obtain and maintain satisfactory National Police Checks and an Employee Working with Children Check or VIT registration.</p> <p>We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.&nbsp;</p>