Federal Government Client: The client is seeking a Content Strategist (Design and Visual Communication Lead) - EL1 for a short‑term contract.
Contract Duration: 3 Months (1 Month initially + 2 Months extension)
Eligibility: Australian Citizen only
Location: Canberra and Sydney – hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days at home)
Tentative Start Date: 05th January 2026
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The work will include designing and developing the Major Digital Projects Report (MDPR) and related reporting artefacts that need to cater to varying levels of audiences – including Ministerial and the Australian public. This requires working closely with the senior executive team to understand policy requirements and then designing products to clearly articulate these, often on short notice and to meet urgent timeframes by February 2026.
About the Project
Cabinet has agreed to publish the department's MDPR annually, to increase transparency and accountability for digital projects and address the high rates at which projects fall short of delivering expected benefits. This commitment follows sustained public and parliamentary interest in the performance of digital projects, including through the Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit reviews, Senate enquiries, audits and FOI requests.
Qualifications and Experience
* Demonstrable experience designing, developing, and delivering high‑quality products to communicate complex topics to various audiences, evidenced by a portfolio of prior work.
* Proven expert level skills in Adobe Creative Cloud (including InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator) and ability to work with standard business productivity software such as Word and PowerPoint.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills – assessed through written responses and interview, if conducted.
* Proven ability to proactively contribute, add value, innovate and shape thinking across a range of creative projects.
The Next Step
If you are interested, please send an email to .
Referral Incentive Program
Successful referrals will receive $1,000 after the referred candidate is selected and has joined.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Contract
Job Function
Information Technology
Industry
Staffing and Recruiting
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