Content Designer

About the role
We're looking for a content designer with a human-centred approach to their work. You'll be a champion of plain language and accessibility, with the ability to work across many different digital products and services. You’ll work closely with our product designers to help craft great experiences for our customers. In addition to general content design across our platforms, you’ll assist with conversation design for our chatbot.

For specific responsibilities, please see the Position Description. 

This is a Fixed Term position available for a period of 6 months.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia. 

How to apply:
Apply before the advertised closing date 11:59pm on Monday, 13 April 2026. All applications should include: 

• a resume; and 
• a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages) 

Other relevant information
The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DGS has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DGS employees be fully vaccinated.  

Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Declaration and Consent Form. Employment of successful candidates will be subject to a National Police Check. 

DGS actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. All roles at DGS can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.