• Business Enabling Services Group / Corporate (BES) Division / Communications (BES/CD) Branch
• APS 6 ($101,355 - $123,702) | Ongoing | Full-time
• Canberra, ACT,Perth, WA,Melbourne, VIC,Sydney, NSW,Brisbane, QLD,Adelaide, SA,Hobart, TAS,Darwin, NT

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ABOUT THE BRANCH

The Communications Branch provides advice and support to ministers, the department and portfolio entities on the Government’s information and advertising framework, whole-of-government campaigns, and internal and external communications.
The Government Advertising Section provides policy advice to ministers and agencies, coordinates campaign delivery on high-profile whole-of-government campaigns and helps shape how government communicates with the public. It manages central advertising arrangements, oversees compliance with campaign guidelines, and works with agencies to ensure campaigns are effective, aligned to government priorities and deliver strong outcomes.
The Corporate Engagement Section delivers strategic communications for internal and external audiences. The section manages media functions and provides web services, including finance.gov.au, the intranet and ministerial websites. It also leads corporate events across the department.
The Web Services Team manages and improves Finance’s websites. The team provides content design, publishing, analytics and advice. It works closely with business areas to deliver clear, accessible and user-focused content, while driving innovation through process improvement and automation.
The Web Services team includes a director, manager, content designers and content administrators. It works closely with ICT developers and communication specialists across the department.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking an APS6 Content Designer to join the Web Services Team.
In this role, you will work with business areas to review, rewrite and build content across Finance websites. You will use evidence, analytics and user needs to improve content, support decision-making and deliver high-quality digital experiences.
You will also have opportunities to build your skills in content design, accessibility, analytics and modern digital tools, including emerging technologies.
To succeed in this role, you will have:

• A strong understanding of web content design principles.
• Experience writing for digital channels, including guidance material.
• Experience applying best practice to publish web content using Drupal or a similar content management system.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.2 AA).
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A focus on service delivery and continuous improvement.
• The ability to take ownership of your work and seek guidance when needed.

DETAILED VACANCY INFORMATION

For detailed information about this role, including the job specific capabilities, please refer to the downloadable vacancy pack, which can be accessed by clicking the hyperlink at the bottom of this page.

ELIGIBILITY ADVICE & CANDIDATE NOTES

• Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the Australian Public Service (APS) unless the Agency Head has agreed otherwise, in writing.
• Successful applicants will be required to undergo the process to obtain and maintain, or continue to hold the required security clearance level for the role as indicated in the downloadable job pack. All Finance staff are required to have a minimum baseline security clearance prior to commencement.
• We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with Disability, LGBTQI+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature aged people.

CONTACT INFORMATION

• For specific questions relating to this job vacancy (including requests for adjustments), please refer to the details on the contact officer located in the downloadable job pack.
• We can provide adjustments, including alternate formats of the application form, to the recruitment process for candidates including individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process (including alternate formats or have an enquiry about the support provided, please contact the Recruitment team via recruitment@finance.gov.au or call (02) 6215 1717 between 8:30am - 5:00pm AEST Monday to Friday.
• For questions relating to the online lodgement of your application, please email the Recruitment team via recruitment@finance.gov.au or call (02) 6215 1717 between 8:30am - 5:00pm AEST Monday to Friday.

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