We are currently seeking applications for a Senior Content Designer, to join the Office of the Chief Information Officer at the Department of Treasury and Finance for a period of up to 12 months.

Remuneration: ASO7 - Salary Range ($108,109 - $116,864 p.a.).

About the opportunity:
The Senior Content Designer will support the design and development of products and services for the South Australian community. They produce high-quality, user focused content through understanding the web, technology and people. They work on the end-to-end journey of a service to help users complete their goal and government deliver a policy intent. The Content Designer works alongside research, design and development teams to make sure all content meets user needs. This includes the text, visuals and interactive content. They passionately advocate for plain English and user centred design. They collaborate with stakeholders, run usability tests on content, and optimise live content with a focus on continuous improvement.

About you
To be successful you will:

Design and deliver content that is clear, simple, and easily understood by the maximum number of people.

Collaborate with service design and user research colleagues and partners across-government, to provide citizens and business with simple, secure and seamless digital experiences when interacting with government.

Ensure content meets SA Government standards and maintain accessibility and quality through regular review.

Drive good practice and digital inclusion in government, through various activities, including the delivery of presentations, workshops and training, and managing practical demonstrations.

Work with the content community to develop a government style that is clear, approachable and consistent across multiple platforms, ensuring it meets WCAG 2.0 AA accessibility standards.

Advocate, advise and support agencies in relation to their approach to digital transformation.

Contribute authoritative advice to the Premier, Ministers, Chief Executive and other key stakeholders related to opportunities, issues and trends in human centred design and digital government.

About us
The Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) enables a more connected and secure government so that South Australian (SA) Government agencies can better serve our community. We do this by leading the SA Government's technology, cyber security, and digital government strategies, as well as developing and delivering resilient and innovative ICT, digital and cyber security services, platforms, and critical infrastructure to SA Government agencies that are accessible, trusted and secure.

As well as working within the SA Public Sector Code of Ethics, OCIO`s principles are: customer-centric and collaborative, growth minded, engaged and skilled, and honesty in action.

OCIO supports flexible work arrangements, and our office environment is activity-based, with spaces tailored for focused work, collaboration, and general space for everyday work.

Digital Programs, in OCIO, empowers engagement between South Australians and the SA Government by providing secure, seamless, and trusted digital products such as SA.GOV.AU, online transactions, the mySAGov app, and digital identity, which enable agencies to offer personalised, human-centric services that enhance interactions between individuals, businesses, and the government.

What we offer

Flexible working options

Salary packaging options

Discounted gym membership

Supportive career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Be Well Program

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact:
Name: Kane Somerville
Title: Product Owner GWS and iApply
Tel: 8429 3633
email: [email protected]

Application Instructions:
To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA by clicking Apply and following the instructions.

Applicants are required to submit a Curriculum Vitae and covering letter (no more than two pages) addressing the key selection criteria and demonstrating suitability for the role. You are also required to provide details of 2 referees and complete a pre-employment declaration. This role requires the below screening clearance/s:

National Police Clearance

The Department of Treasury and Finance is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.