Position: EL 1 - Lead UX/UI DesignerLocation: ACT, NSW, QLD, VIC (Hybrid)
Contract Duration: 12 months, with the strong possibility of another 12-month extension
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Security Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain Baseline Clearance – Australian Citizens only

About the Role: Join one of the leading federal government agencies as a Lead UX/UI Designer and contribute to the enhancement of digital products for participants, providers, and internal systems. This role is crucial in ensuring a seamless and accessible user experience across digital platforms, aligning with the organisation’s commitment to supporting Australian society.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop wireframes and prototypes, translating complex concepts into intuitive user interfaces.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather user requirements and validate design solutions.
• Lead co-design workshops to capture diverse perspectives and iterate on design concepts.
• Apply accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and UX best practices to maintain consistent user experiences.
• Contribute to and advocate for the Design System, ensuring scalability and adherence to accessibility guidelines.
• Document interaction models, visual principles, and component usage to streamline project handovers.
• Facilitate usability testing and gather actionable feedback from staff, providers, and participants.
• Produce comprehensive project deliverables in line with agreed timelines and objectives.

Essential Criteria:

• Demonstrated experience in capturing and validating UI/UX requirements through workshops, prototyping, or interviews.
• Advanced knowledge of contemporary UI/UX methodologies and accessibility standards.
• Proven ability to communicate design concepts clearly and confidently to senior stakeholders.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in a similar UX/UI design role.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience in designing with a strong focus on accessibility.
• A forward-thinking approach to integrating accessible design principles.

Please note: Only Australian citizens will be invited to apply for this role, due to security clearance requirements.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please APPLY now, and we will contact you promptly if your profile matches the requirements.