Roberta Kempe
Mount Gravatt,QLD
Summary
Results-oriented Human Resources Coordinator experienced in human resources management. Highly effective communicator excelling at building relationships across organizational levels.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES ADVISOR
Lives Lived Well
2022.02 - Current
- Lives Lived Well is a not-for-profit organization with approx
- 500 staff working to help people impacted by drugs or alcohol as well as mental health concerns across Queensland, New South Wales, and South Australia
- Partnering with Team Leaders across the business to support daily operations with sound HR and ER advice
- Award interpretation (SCADS and Nursing Awards)
- Supporting business change initiatives such as the opening of new services and changes to existing programs
- Development and coordination of a HR Pulse Survey
- Coach and assist managers with performance management of staff
- Development of advertisements
- Development and delivery of training to Team Leaders on topics such as recruitment, onboarding, and performance management
- Review of policies and procedures
- Assist with the implementation, and rollout of a HRIS system upgrade (Kronos)
- Akyra Strategy and Development
- Akyra Strategy and Development is an HR Consultancy firm, specialising in small business, family-owned and operated and not-for-profit organisations
- The business services clients in the manufacturing, automotive, Not-for-profit, hospitality and medical sector, amongst others.
2021.08 - 2022.01
- Development and placement of advertisements, shortlisting, and phone screening of shortlisted applicants
- Development and customizing of forms, policies, and procedures for clients
- Drafting of employment contracts
- Conducting of a Workplace Investigation
- Award interpretation and advice
- Evaluation of client’s HR processes and documentation and recommendation for improvements.
The YMCA of Brisbane
2016.04 - 2021.08
- The YMCA of Brisbane is a not-for-profit organization with over 1000 staff and volunteers
- The YMCA provides services in the areas of youth programs, childcare, health and fitness, outdoor education and camping, vocational education, hospitality, and hotel accommodation.
2016.04 - 2021.04
HUMAN RESOURCES ADVISOR, HR BUSINESS PARTNER
2013.06 - 2016.03
- GRIFFITH SCIENCES), GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY
- Policy and procedural advice to staff and managers on a range of appointment matters including letters of offer, transfers, resignations, retirements, fixed term, and higher duties appointments
- Preparation, interpretation, and analysis of HR data to support the decision making of managers within the administrative areas of the University
- Coordination of the yearly performance review cycle for Griffith Sciences
- Assistance and support with relocation and visa requirements for new staff
- Coordination of recruitment, hiring and engagement activities.
Griffith University
2011.01 - 2016.01
- Griffith University is a tertiary education provider
- During my time working at Griffith University, I have held multiple positions in payroll, operations, recruitment coordination and as a HR Business Partner
- I have supported different client groups, including Administration, Griffith Sciences, and IT.
HR OPERATIONS/ PAYROLL SERVICES OFFICER
GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY
2011.01 - 2013.05
- Payroll data processing and checking of payroll data
- Answering of client email and telephone enquiries about payroll, superannuation, and recruitment related matters on a daily basis.
HUMAN RESOURCES ADVISOR AND SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES ADVISOR
2019.07
- Act as a single point of contact for employees and managers in the different groups within the business including childcare, camping, training, fitness and recreation, vocational education, Y-Care Schools, social impact and head office administration
- Provide consultation regarding staff appointments, terminations, remuneration, conditions of employment and HR/Payroll reporting
- Interpret 11 awards, an Enterprise Bargaining Agreement, and contracts in relation to overtime, shift allowances and liaising with the HR Manager if required for interpretation
- Partner with Establishment Managers and provide HR advice on all employment relations matters
- Conduct workplace investigations
- Conduct salary benchmarking
- Assist with the implementation, rollout, and staff training of a new HR system (Success Factors)
- Assist in the delivery of an efficient and effective recruitment function, working with line managers to ensure that the recruitment policy and procedure is followed, and job advertisements are placed online and/or in printed media in a timely manner
- Assist with recruitment and selection of staff including assisting line managers and selection panels with shortlisting and the interview process
- Maintain Employment Agreements, and position descriptions for all staff
- Effectively deliver training on HR policy, procedure, and initiatives, including recruitment training.
Education
Master of Human Resource Management -
Griffith University
Brisbane, QLD2011
Bachelor of Arts/ Bachelor of Business - Human Resources Management
Griffith University
Brisbane, QLD2010
Skills
- Award Interpretation
- Communication Skills
- Coaching and Advising
- HRIS Knowledge
- Conflict Management and Problem Solving
- Workplace Investigations
- Computer and Software Skills
- Working knowledge of HRIS including HR system Success Factors and Kronos, payroll system Micropay, time and attendance system TimeTarget and learning and development system Litmos
- Knowledge of the PageUp eRecruit and PeopleSoft Versions 7 and 9 systems
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and Excel
Timeline
SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES ADVISOR
Lives Lived Well
2022.02 - Current
2021.08 - 2022.01
HUMAN RESOURCES ADVISOR AND SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES ADVISOR
2019.07
The YMCA of Brisbane
2016.04 - 2021.08
2016.04 - 2021.04
HUMAN RESOURCES ADVISOR, HR BUSINESS PARTNER
2013.06 - 2016.03
Griffith University
2011.01 - 2016.01
HR OPERATIONS/ PAYROLL SERVICES OFFICER
GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY
2011.01 - 2013.05
Master of Human Resource Management -
Griffith University
Bachelor of Arts/ Bachelor of Business - Human Resources Management
Griffith University
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