Christel Kerkez
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Department for Industry, Innovation and Science
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Australia
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Government Administration
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior HR Business Partner
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Oct 2021 - Present
Provide specialist consultancy and advisory services on complex HR and ER matters such as workforce planning, organisational design, job design, recruitment, performance, and change management Support the team and business areas in coaching and guiding on HR matters to facilitate informed decision making, resolution of complex people management issues, and to build leadership capacity Develop and promote innovative HR and ER programs and projects to achieve strategic workforce management objectives Specialist expertise and workforce analysis is provided to business areas on HR related workforce planning, workforce programs, organisational reviews and change management Establish and maintain strong and mutually respected business partnerships and relationships with leaders to facilitate the delivery of business outcomes. Coordinate and deliver employee case relating to unassigned employees, grievances, performance and disciplinary matters Deliver HR related research, briefings and reports to facilitate effective workforce management
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Department for Education, South Australia
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Australia
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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HR Business Partner
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Dec 2020 - Oct 2021
Provided expert coaching and advice to build leadership capability in the effective engagement and recognition of employees, talent management and workforce planning Delivered best practice, innovative and risk managed solutions for HR processes, activities and consulting in a customer centric environment Delivered high quality guidance and advice of HRM functions and activities including advice related to resolution of grievances, management of unsatisfactory performance and medical incapacity Fostered collaborative working relationships with clients, employees and other specialist HR teams on all HR matters Facilitated and guided organisational change processes, effective performance activities and recruitment/selection processes that were rigorous, equitable and targeted
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Super SA
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Australia
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Financial Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Advisor, Strategy, People and Culture
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Mar 2020 - Dec 2020
Coached executives and managers to support tailored strategies on performance management, role design and HR change management. Revised and supported the implementation of a HR Platform to executives, managers and team leaders on all aspects of the employee life-cycle. Coordinated and delivered monthly HR workforce reporting to executives and managers, including a HR dashboard to support workforce management activities and evidence-based decision making. Implemented an enhanced and tailored Flexible Work Arrangement procedure following COVID-19; including additional considerations for Working from Home flexibility, supporting materials and rolling out communications to management and staff. Developed and coordinated well-being communications and guidance to support a remote working workforce through the height of COVID-19, considering physical, psychological and organisational well-being.
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Department for Environment and Water
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Australia
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Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
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300 - 400 Employee
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Senior Human Resources Consultant
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May 2019 - Mar 2020
Consultancy and advice on complex HR matters across salaried, professional, technical and state weekly paid employment conditions, covering a diverse range of regional portfolios across the state.Coached and supported senior managers on a range of HR matters such as organisational structure and design, workforce analysis, change management, performance management and medical incapacity.Provided analysis and advice to senior managers and executives, tailoring HR strategies to the situation, the management capability and business needs.Coordinated the Department’s unplaced employee process, including case management, guiding employees through the transition process, advocating with hiring managers for placements, and performing skill match assessments against Departmental vacancies.Performed extensive classification assessment review and advice, including reclassification.Utilised workforce reports and data in analysing and reviewing workforce needs as well as business improvement for HR processes.
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Human Resources Consultant
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Sep 2018 - May 2019
HR generalist, providing HR consultancy, advice and support on a diverse range of complex HR issues such as performance management, employment conditions, policy interpretation, medical incapacity, contractual obligations, misconduct, disciplinary processes and industrial related items.Supported managers and staff in change management processes, organisational change management, consultation requirements, drafting communications and final implementation.
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Department for Infrastructure and Transport
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Australia
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Human Resources Consultant
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Apr 2012 - Sep 2018
Provided generalist HR consultancy, advice and support on a range of complex HR matters to a broad range portfolios covering salaried, state and federal weekly paid employees. Researched a range of complex human resource matters, providing analysis and advice to senior managers, including writing and submission of business cases, adhering to legislative requirements. Coordinated grievance/HR investigations and disciplinary proceedings, providing advice and completing briefings for decision makers. Managed end-to-end recruitment of over 200 campaigns from advertising, selection panel participation, psychometric assessments administration and interpretation and coordinating final appointments.
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Department for Infrastructure and Transport
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Australia
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Human Resources Administrator
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2007 - 2012
Coordinated recruitment campaigns from advertising stage, receipt of applications, collating documentation for selection, assisting with selection and arranging final appointments (e.g. pre-employment rail safety medicals). Provided generalist HR services and advice on a range of issues such as HR policy interpretation, recruitment strategy, etc. Coordinated recruitment campaigns from advertising stage, receipt of applications, collating documentation for selection, assisting with selection and arranging final appointments (e.g. pre-employment rail safety medicals). Provided generalist HR services and advice on a range of issues such as HR policy interpretation, recruitment strategy, etc.
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Education
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University of Adelaide
Executive Education Program, Lean Six Sigma -
Genesys Australia
Psychometric Assessment Accreditation -
TAFE SA
Diploma, Diploma of Human Resources -
TAFE SA
Certificate, Certificate IV Business (Frontline Management)