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Ayesha Wynn

@ayeshawynn

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Experienced Human Resources professional specializing in Indigenous employment strategies.

Australia

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that values cultural inclusivity and offers opportunities for strategic HR leadership.

As a highly experienced Human Resources professional, I specialize in fostering culturally inclusive workplaces and developing strategic Indigenous employment initiatives. My diverse background in international HR advisory roles, leadership in public service, and project management enables me to create innovative solutions that bridge cultural knowledge with organizational excellence.

I thrive in environments where empathy, cross-cultural awareness, and strategic foresight are essential to delivering impactful outcomes. My key achievements include architecting the Cultural Safety Guide, which enhances cultural integrity within organizations, and designing culturally appropriate recruitment tools that have significantly improved engagement with Indigenous talent.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Human Resource Advisor - Indigenous Employment

Current

Queensland Department of Environment & Science

Mar 2020 - Present (5 years 2 months)

Leading the development of the 2024 – 2029 Indigenous Employment & Retention Strategy. Key achievements include designing comprehensive project plans, supervising staff, and delivering strategic HR advice to advance Indigenous employment initiatives.

Indigenous Employment Strategies Project Management Stakeholder Engagement Risk Management HR Best Practices Performance Management Leadership

Acting Principal Project Officer - Cultural Connections

Queensland Department of Environment & Science

May 2022 - Sep 2022 (4 months)

Promoted to lead the Gurra Gurra Case Studies, focusing on co-design and stakeholder engagement. Managed the project’s lifecycle, ensuring alignment with cultural and strategic objectives.

Project Management Stakeholder Engagement Strategic Planning Team Leadership Governance Communication Skills

Program Manager - Indigenous Intern Program

Australian Public Service Commission

Aug 2019 - Jan 2020 (5 months)

Led the Indigenous Intern Program, enhancing Indigenous employment initiatives across government agencies, focusing on strategic recruitment and retention.

Program Management Recruitment Stakeholder Engagement Policy Development Leadership Performance Management

Senior HR Advisor

Australian Institute of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander

Jan 2019 - Aug 2019 (7 months)

Led HR operations, including policy development and Indigenous employment initiatives. Supervised recruitment teams and provided leadership in strategic HR functions.

HR Operations Policy Development Recruitment HR Leadership Performance Management

Senior HR Advisor (Temp)

Apunipima Cape York Health Council

Mar 2017 - Sep 2017 (6 months)

Provided HR guidance on recruitment, performance management, and workplace safety. Streamlined workforce operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

HR Recruitment Performance Management Compliance Workplace Operations HR Best Practices

Human Resource Manager

QLD Indigenous Family Violence Legal Service

Jan 2017 - Nov 2017 (10 months)

Redesigned HR policies, led recruitment efforts, and developed workforce strategies emphasizing Indigenous employment and retention while navigating complex industrial relations cases.

HR Policies Recruitment HR strategy Leadership Employee Engagement

HR Advisor

Anglicare PNG (Australian Volunteers International)

Jan 2013 - Jan 2014 (1 year)

Revitalized the HR unit through mentorship and coaching, managing a major organizational restructure to enhance operational efficiency for a workforce of 200.

HR Mentorship organizational Operations Coaching Team Leadership

Manager - HR & Business Development

Golden Valley Enterprises

Jan 2009 - Jan 2011 (2 years)

Led HR and business development strategies, including the setup of a Cocoa export unit and expatriate recruitment, while developing comprehensive HR policies.