People & Capability Manager

About Us

Kurbingui Youth & Family Development is a proud Aboriginal- Community Organisation based on Turrbal Country in North Brisbane, Yuggera Country in South Brisbane and Gubbi Gubbi/Kabi Kabi Country in Moreton Bay, with programs and services expanding across Southeast Queensland.

For over 20 years, we’ve been walking alongside our community – supporting families, young people and individuals through suite of programs, which include but are not limited to: Family Support , Social & Emotional Wellbeing, Employment & Training, NDIS Support, , Youth Justice & Bail Diversionary Programs, Family and Child Connections, Youth School &  Community, Domestic and Family Violence Response,  Early Years Education as well as a wide range of cultural and community workshops and events.

At Kurbingui, we believe that true impact happens when people feel seen, supported and empowered. We’re not just building programs – we’re building pathways, opportunities and stronger futures for our community. As we continue to grow, we remain grounded in culture, guided by our values, and driven by a vision of connection, empowerment and lasting change.

Kurbingui is recognised as a leading community organisation in Brisbane, trusted for our commitment to primarily Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander families, children and their young people as well as non-Indigenous and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse members within the communities we serve

Our programs and services are built on cultural knowledge, respect and partnership. We are proud to be a respected and reliable voice in the community, and we continue to grow so that we can reach and support more people across Queensland.

Joining Kurbingui means becoming part of a movement that is strengthening culture, creating opportunity and making a difference every day.

About the Role

This is not your average HR role. As our Manager of People & Capability, you’ll step into a newly created position with the freedom to shape what great workplace culture looks like at Kurbingui.

You’ll be the steady hand that contributes to the big-picture thinking, creating a shared vision with the Board, Management, Staff and Community– guiding us through the everyday essentials of HR while also building the systems and strategies that will support our next chapter of growth. From leading recruitment campaigns and onboarding new team members, to navigating workplace HR matters and ensuring compliance with the various awards and licencing areas, your work will support Kurbingui to continue to create and maintain a safe, supportive and empowering environment for every member of our organisation.

But this role goes deeper than policies and processes. You’ll be one of the core team members driving our people strategy – designing pathways for professional development, strengthening staff wellbeing initiatives, and fostering a culture where Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander protocols and practices are integrated in all that we do and is valued, respected and celebrated every day.

If you’re someone who thrives on both leading and working in collaboration with compassion and driving organisational transformation, this is your opportunity to leave a lasting legacy. You’ll not only influence how Kurbingui supports their staff but also contribute to how we walk alongside our community with strength, care and cultural pride.

About You

Essential

• You are passionate about people and capability, and you thrive in environments where growth and innovation go hand in hand with strong values.
• You’ll bring at least 3 years of experience in HR, with confidence in handling workplace HR matters – From Employee Relations and Performance Management to HR Compliance and day-to-day people support.
• You’re a strong communicator, a relationship builder and a trusted advisor. You know how to support staff through challenges, influences at all levels and embed cultural safety and inclusion into everyday practice.
• Tertiary Qualifications in Human Resources, Business or a related field are essential, but your lived and professional experience, coupled with a passion for empowering people are what will truly set you apart.
• You’ll possess a Positive Blue Card (WWCC), no card no start.
• You’ll have a thorough understanding of the various awards, including SCHADS.
• You will be across Workplace Health & Safety requirements.
• You will have the ability to deliver or support culturally responsive training programs
• You will have experience and a sound knowledge of IT & Systems capability, particularly in using HRIS Software, CRMs and Microsoft Office Suite.
• You will possess a Queensland Driver’s License & ability to travel across the regions

Desirable

• You will be highly desirable for your previous experience in the Not-For-Profit sector
• You will have experience working with Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse children, young people and their families.
• Supervising and supporting staff in Senior Roles & Frontline staff
• You will have a thorough understanding, or a willingness to learn quickly, of all relevant legislation and requirements in line with the service delivery and terms and conditions of program contracts.
• You will have leadership and management experience in developing and supporting staff, particularly in culturally diverse teams.

What we provide you

• Competitive Salary + Super + Salary Sacrifice (Increase your take home pay with our Not-For-Profit Salary Sacrifice options)
• Ongoing Professional Development Opportunities
• Purpose driven organisation working towards enhancing community safety & wellbeing
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Access to Ceremonial, Cultural & Community Service Leave
• Access to free and confidential counselling and support through our EAP service.
• Access to paid External Professional Supervision
• Access to  all necessary Tools of the trade – Smart Phone & Laptop (Pool vehicle for business travel)
• Support for career development, including annual performance reviews, structured supervision frameworks, professional training opportunities, development plans & succession planning.

How to Apply

If this sounds like an opportunity that was made for you, what are you waiting for? We want to hear from you. Click the apply now button to submit your application or address your resume and cover letter to Luke Newman – Employment & Training Coordinator –  lnewman@kurbingui.org.au. Your application must include a resume and cover letter that includes responses to the key selection criteria listed above.

Employment is conditional upon possessing and maintaining a Positive Blue Card, Current Driver’s License and Police Screening checks prior to and throughout employment.

For a copy of the position description for this role, please email tridley@kurbingui.org.au

Please note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.