Aps6 Copy Editor And Technical Writer

APS6 Copy Writer & Technical Editor, 12 month contract, $60.26 per hour, ASAP start
About the Organisation
Based within a Federal Government organisation putting stakeholders at the heart of their work, the organisational values reflect a passion and commitment to building a positive, stakeholder-centred culture.
About the Opportunity
This role is a 12 month contract based opportunity with a high chance of renewal. A flexible, hybrid work environment ensures a great work-life balance - this is a Geelong based position and requires some time spent in office. This is a full time position open to Australian Citizens only.
About the Team
The Corporate Publications Team in the Strategic Communications Division is responsible for copy writing and editing key corporate documents. The team centrally manages delivery of corporate documents like the Annual Report, Corporate Plan, Quarterly Reports and Annual Financial Sustainability Reports from drafting, to design and release. Additionally, the team is responsible for communications planning, including risk analysis, stakeholder engagement, supporting documentation, accessibility and content creation for internal and external channels. The team utilises policies, procedures and standards through a centralised governance function.
Responsibilities

• Copy editing and proofreading corporate documents in line with the Australian Government Style Manual and internal style guides and standards, ensuring content accuracy and writing style consistency.
• Overseeing quality assurance of corporate documents ensuring they follow agency standards for accuracy, clarity and consistency.
• Working with subject matter experts and project managers to create accurate and consistent content to meet the expectations of intended audiences.
• Conducting internal research to articulate business objectives through corporate reporting document narratives.
• Creating communication materials focusing on user experience, ensuring that complex agency information is presented and meets plain English and accessibility guidelines for diverse audiences.

Requirements

• Australian Citizenship (required).
• Demonstrated experience editing, proofreading and writing for corporate documents
• Familiarity with the Australian Government Style Manual and/or experience in using and applying similar standards.
• Highly developed editorial, grammatical and comprehension skills.
• Understanding of and ability to draft accessible and inclusive content.

Interested? What Next?
Submit your CV and cover letter or email me for a confidential discussion at kelly.russell@randstad.com.au
Please note that applications for this position close 20th March 2024. REGVIC2410
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
Skills
copy writer, editor, Technical Writer, editing, writing, accessibly communication
Education
Bachelor Degree