At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia. We own, govern and operate approximately 300 Catholic schools, employ over 17,000 staff and serve more than 118,000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne. It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our strategic plan - MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World that will help all MACS staff come together to make the most of what a Catholic education has to offer so that we have the greatest and most distinctive impact in our classrooms, staffrooms and schools communities. More details on the MACS strategy can be found here . WHY WORK FOR US? Professional development opportunities with a defined personalised annual budget Access to flexible working arrangements, which include working from home arrangements You will work in a tight-knit, supportive team to ensure you succeed in your role Employee Assistant Program (EAP) supported by Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace, providing a safe and caring environment to our staff and students The MACS Code of Conduct (the Code) embodies our collective commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment that prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone, inspired by our Catholic faith. We ask that all staff read and understand the Code and model the behaviours that are expected of us. Job Description YOUR ROLE The People Experience (PX) function partners with MACS head office business units to support managers and employees across the employment lifecycle, ensuring compliance and strengthening attraction, retention and workforce planning outcomes. Within PX, the Employee Experience team leads strategic initiatives, cyclical People & Culture programs, and oversees workforce metrics, reporting and key P&C systems. The Employee Experience Partner plays a key role in leading and delivering end-to-end strategic initiatives that enhance the overall employee experience and build organisational capability. WHAT YOU WILL DO Support the design and delivery of cyclical People Experience (PX) initiatives across the employee lifecycle, including surveys, onboarding, engagement and recognition programs, ensuring timelines and outcomes are achieved. Develop and manage end-to-end project plans, overseeing timelines, budgets, risks and deliverables to ensure alignment with strategic objectives. Partner with key stakeholders to drive engagement, manage change, mitigate risks and ensure the successful implementation of PX initiatives. Identify and implement process improvements through data analysis, research and best practice solutions to enhance efficiency, standardisation and organisational performance. Monitor, evaluate and report on project outcomes, facilitating workshops and providing clear updates to ensure transparency, continuous improvement and sustained impact. ABOUT YOU Proven experience in leading and/or playing the part of a key stakeholder in P&C projects and programs, with a focus on employee engagement, and people transformation Strong project management skills, including the ability to develop and manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining project plans, timelines, and budgets Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels Analytical mindset with the ability to gather and analyse data to drive informed decision-making Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to challenges HOW TO APPLY Please refer to the position description for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria. Click APPLY to submit your application. If you have any queries about this role, they can be directed to our Talent Acquisition team by email recruitment@macs.vic.edu.au You will need to provide: 1. An up to-date Resume and 2. A cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria, limited to two pages Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and/or Working with Children Check and must be willing to obtain and maintain a National Criminal History Check. Candidates must hold full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this. Privacy Collection Notice – Job Applicants MACS collects your Personal Information to assess your application and suitability for employment. By submitting your Personal information, you consent to the use and disclosure of your Personal information for the purpose of being considered for employment at MACS. Applicants can withdraw their applications at any time during the recruitment process For further details, please see the full Privacy Collection Notice here APPLICATIONS CLOSE : 4.00pm Tuesday, 17 March 2026
