Web content lead/advisor

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Detail information about job Web content lead/advisor. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Create and develop great content and resources
• Make a contribution in the Disability sector
• Collaborate with writers and digital producers

IDEAS supports people with disabilities Australia-wide by providing quality independent information through its websites, a telephone support line, training, consulting, print publications and community events.

One of Australia’s most significant social reforms has resulted in major changes in the Disability sector. Ensuring people with disabilities, their families and carers, have access to information, and are connected to exercise their life choices becomes even more important; and IDEAS is well positioned to be the premier, national provider of independent disability information.

The coming year will be one of change, growth and expansion and we are seeking additional staff to join us. If you are committed to social justice and equity, and understand the needs and rights of people with disability, we are keen to hear from you. As we are a small organisation operating in a rapidly changing environment, we value team-work, initiative and adaptability.

IDEAS’ websites are key to its information provision activities. In this role, you will be managing the creation and development of on-line resources and content (digital and written) to support IDEAS’ operational activities and strategies. You will also be part of creating the IDEAS brand in the on-line space as the ‘go to’ resource for independent information for people with disabilities, their families and carers. This is very much a collaborative role, working closely with IDEAS’ and external personnel, including digital producers, database managers, writers, marketing personnel and analysts.  You will coordinate the production of visual, audio and written materials, source and commission content contributors, manage a small team of on-line editors, and monitor social media activity.

You will:

• have considerable experience in web development environments and content management systems, including Wordpress, plug-ins, CSS and HTML;
• have advanced writing skills;
• be a creative and innovative person who is able to construct information and messages in the most effective way;
• have the ability to design material appropriate to the audience;
• be across new and emerging technologies and their application;
• understand the information and communication needs of various audiences and user groups;
• have an understanding of social media and digital media platforms for building communities;
• understand accessible and useable digital media;
• be able to create materials in accessible formats that caters to a range of disabilities;
• understand WCAG and accessibility, as well as usability in the on-line environment;
• have excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills;
• be an effective leader and manager;
• operate with attention to detail;
• work to tight deadlines; and
• hold, at minimum, an undergraduate degree in Multi-media or Communications, or equivalent work experience.

This is a unique opportunity to work as part of a small, multi-disciplined and professional team making a contribution to the empowerment of people with disability.

The position is full-time, based in Tumut, for one year (with the possibility of extension). SCHADS Award provisions apply, with generous salary packaging available.

If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact Marlissa van Heerwaarden on 0427 011 988.

Applications (including Resume) detailing your skills, qualifications and experience should be emailed to [email protected] by 13 July 2018.

As a member-based organisation, led by people with disability, IDEAS encourages applications from people with disability.