About the Institute
Located on the lands of the Bidiagal Clan of the Dharawal Nation (Randwick, NSW), Black Dog Institute is the only Medical Research Institute in Australia to investigate mental health across the lifespan, our aim is to create a mentally healthier world for everyone. For the past 20 years, we have been at the forefront of mental health research. Leveraging our own research, we have developed an image and workplace that is reflective of our values and mission. Our work is used to distributed through the public and is used to drive evidence informed change across the mental health sector, setting the foundation for a brighter and healthier future for all.
Benefits
- Hybrid work, 1-2 days per week in office (choose your days, consistent team collaboration days where possible)
- 35 hour work week, flexible hours agreements & 9-day fortnights
- Salary Packaging: $15,900.00 of your base salary tax free & up to $2650.00 meal & entertainment
- Family first, people first culture, we put our research into action at work to make sure we maintain mental health and wellbeing at work
- Pet friendly workplace
- Leave benefits including public holiday swap, gifted annual leave, and wellbeing leave
- Employee discounts
The Role
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and operating as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, this role provides strategic and operational leadership across the People & Culture function during a period of significant organisational change.
The interim Director will play a critical role in:
- Leading a major Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) initiative aligned to organisational strategy and values
- Managing and embedding a new affiliate agreement with a university partner, including workforce, governance and employee relations considerations
- Leading a capable People & Culture team as it continues to embed values‑led ways of working across the organisation
The successful candidate will bring:
- Extensive experience operating at executive level in complex environments
- Strong capability in change leadership, employee relations, stakeholder engagement and culture transformation
- A collaborative and inclusive leadership approach, sound judgement, and the ability to provide clear, considered advice in ambiguous and evolving contexts
Inclusion at BDI
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience where all candidates can fully participate in the process.
We warmly encourage applications from First Nations peoples, culturally and racially diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, and others from underrepresented backgrounds.
We recognise that not everyone has had equal access to opportunities, and valuable skills and perspectives can be gained through diverse life experiences.
If this role excites you but you don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply as your lived experience and insights are important to us.
Accessibility
If you have accessibility requirements or require information in an alternative format, please email recruitment@blackdog.org.au or phone.
Privacy
We respect your privacy and confidentiality. We only provide information to other staff where it is needed to arrange workplace adjustments.
How to Apply
To become a part of the Black Dog Institute team, follow the link to ELMO to apply and submit your most up to date resume. If you are shortlisted for the role, we will call you and let you know you are successful. Please do not respond to any suspicious emails requesting you to upload your ID or personal details.
Please note: All offers of employment are subject to background checks, which may include police checks, reference checks, and verification of qualifications, as relevant to the role’s requirements.
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