Talent Acquisition Specialist

At Afford, we are focused on improving the lives of people with disability by prioritising their choices, promoting their rights and exploring possibilities together.

We are looking for a proactive Talent Acquisition Specialist to deliver high-quality talent acquisition support across our organisation. The role is three days per week on a 12 month maximum term contact basis.

In this role, you will partner with leaders to understand workforce needs, source and engage top talent, and ensure Afford has the right people in the right roles at the right time.

You will manage end-to-end recruitment processes, provide expert advice, and use data-driven insights to shape workforce planning strategies. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about creating a positive candidate experience while championing diversity and inclusion.

Reporting to the Senior People Partner, you will be responsible for:

• Partnering with leaders across the business to address recruitment challenges and develop workforce planning strategies.
• Managing end-to-end recruitment for individual and volume hires, ensuring compliance and system accuracy.
• Using advanced sourcing techniques and market insights to attract high-quality candidates.
• Providing regular reporting on recruitment metrics and trends.
• Delivering a positive, personalised candidate experience and strengthening our Employee Value Proposition.
• Training and supporting hiring managers on best-practice recruitment processes.
• Coordinating compelling job ads aligned with our brand.
• Staying informed on industry changes and competitor movements.
• Contributing to organisational projects, policies, and diversity initiatives.

About You

• Diploma or higher in Human Resources or related field (or working towards it).
• Minimum 3  years’ experience in a similar role.
• Proven success partnering with hiring managers and senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and recruitment systems (experience with PageUp desirable).
• Current ‘C’ class driver’s licence.
• Knowledge of the disability or community services sector is desirable.
• Commitment to working in a purpose-driven organisation and delivering exceptional candidate experiences.

What we offer 

• Be part of a team united by a common purpose, vision, and values, working together towards a clear and meaningful strategic direction. 
• Benefit from our commitment to your professional growth and career progression, with initiatives designed to nurture and grow exceptional talent.  
• Increase your take-home pay with tax-free NFP salary packaging options, including up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for entertainment each year. 
• Enjoy a workplace that recognises your efforts with a strong rewards program, flexible working arrangements, and wellbeing initiatives like subsidised gym memberships. 
• Join an organisation that values being good humans and good corporate citizens. We celebrate diversity, inclusion, and belonging, support First Nations reconciliation, make ethical choices, and view our commitment to our clients as a lifelong journey. 

More about Afford 

Afford exists to create an inclusive world where human rights are realised - a world where people of all abilities come together to share in life’s adventure. If you’re passionate about this purpose, you’ll find your place here, where our values guide everything we do: we are kind, we are clear, we are a team, and we explore. 

We take pride in putting our clients at the heart of our work, creating environments where independence thrives, skills are nurtured, and barriers are broken down. At Afford, we say, "You can connect today, and we can explore tomorrow together." Are you ready to explore tomorrow with us at Afford? 

For more information regarding this role please contact our recruitment team at recruitmentspecialist@afford.com.au