About Aboriginal Hostels Limited (AHL)
AHL is a not-for-profit Commonwealth company dedicated to providing culturally safe and affordable accommodation for First Nations people who need to be away from home to access services and economic opportunities. Since 1973, AHL has been committed to improving the quality of life and economic opportunities for First Nations people through a national network of over 40 hostels across Australia. Join us in making a meaningful impact and supporting our mission to enhance the lives of First Nations communities.
About the Role
Are you passionate about leveraging data to enhance the employee experience and drive strategic workforce decisions? We are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to join us at Aboriginal Hostels Limited (AHL) as the Assistant Director, Workforce Planning and Analytics. AHL is expanding our business model with the aim of developing into an emerging leader for best practice HR.
This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful work with real impact on AHL’s people, systems and governance. You will join a collaborative, outcomes-focused environment that values probity and integrity, problem solving, and continuous improvement
About You
We’re seeking someone with a proven track record in workforce analytics, data management, workforce planning and leadership. You should be a strategic thinker with exceptional problem-solving skills, outstanding communication and stakeholder management abilities, and a keen understanding of legislative requirements, industry trends, and best practices in workforce planning and analytics.
For more information about the role, refer to the attached position description
Qualifications and Experience
Essential:
• At least 3 years of Human Resources (HR) experience working in or specialising in Workforce Planning and Workforce Analytics or similar field.
Desirable:
• Qualifications in Human Resources, or a related field.
• Experience in workforce planning and workforce reporting within the APS or a comparable organisation.
Identified Position
This position has direct engagement with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and service providers, or is involved in impacting innovates for AHL. You will require a high level of cultural competency, including:
• demonstrated understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples,
• demonstrated high level ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and
• demonstrated high level capability and commitment to continue to develop cultural competency.
Eligibility
• Be an Australian Citizen.
• Undergo a Satisfactory National Criminal History Check (prior to engagement).
• Meet Fitness for Duty requirements (prior to engagement).
How to Apply
Submit your application through to jobs@ahl.gov.au by 11:59pm AEST on Monday, 27 April 2026
As part of your application, you will need to provide:
- Complete the Application attached here. Ensure you are completing the ‘one page pitch’ in page 3, telling us how your skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications make you the best person for the job and to perform at the relevant classification level.
- Your resume (maximum three pages)
- Please include your name and the job reference (VN-0768639) in the subject of your email
Contact Officer
For specific queries only, please contact Sarah Hartnell on 0459 232 239 or via email at sarah.hartnell@ahl.gov.au.