Digital and Content Development Lead

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Aspect is seeking a Digital and Content Development Lead to shape the Self-Service Information Hub and accessible resources that support peer connection across Australia. This full‑time, on‑site role in Chatswood offers a 3‑year max term contract with a salary of $150,000 to $165,000 inclusive of super, plus hybrid working and professional learning opportunities. You will lead the Hub’s development, drive co‑design of practical resources, manage digital suppliers and ensure user‑centred, accessible design. Apply by clicking I’m Interested, attaching your resume and completing the candidate questionnaire; cover letter is optional. Highlight relevant experience in content development, accessibility, stakeholder collaboration, and a demonstrated commitment to inclusion and social impact. Accommodations are available in recruitment.

Company Description

Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) is one of Australia’s largest autism-specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism-specific school programs in the world. A not-for-profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum, and their families to deliver evidence-informed solutions that are person-centred, family-focused and customer driven.

At Aspect we recognise a different brilliant®, where we seek to understand, engage and celebrate the strengths, interests and aspiration of people on the autism spectrum.

Job Description

Help build a national legacy of connection and belonging for Autistic Australians. 

Funded through the National Autism Strategy, the Improving Social Connections program is a major new national initiative designed to strengthen peer connection, reduce social isolation and build belonging for Autistic people, families and carers across Australia.

Delivered by Aspect in partnership with Reframing Autism, the program will establish a national Framework, Information Hub, Community Partner network and resources that support meaningful, community-led peer connection opportunities across the country.

About the role

Help develop the resources, information and digital experiences that will support peer connection and belonging across Australia.

As Digital and Content Development Lead, you will lead development of the Self-Service Information Hub (the Hub) and oversee creation of accessible resources, tools and content that support Community Partners, peer leaders and participants. You will work closely with Autistic people, stakeholders and content contributors to ensure resources are practical, engaging and accessible.

We actively encourage applications from Autistic people and people with lived experience within Autistic and disabled communities.

Aspect is committed to fair and equitable recruitment for all candidates who meet the inherent requirements of the role, including accessible recruitment, interviewing, onboarding and workplace practices.

While core role responsibilities remain consistent, Aspect supports the use of flexible and reasonable accommodations to enable people to perform their role safely, effectively and in line with their individual accessibility needs.

Accommodations are recognised as a pathway to achieving equal or better outcomes – not as doing less.

Key responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of the Hub
• Support the facilitation of co-design processes to create accessible resources, tools and training materials  
• Manage digital suppliers and content production activities
• Ensure accessibility and user-centred design principles are embedded
• Coordinate content development and publication processes
• Support continuous improvement through user feedback and evaluation findings
• Contribute to communications and knowledge-sharing activities
• Monitor and report on platform performance to inform continuous improvement activities

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in, digital media, communications, content development, information technology, design or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Understanding of accessibility and inclusive design principles
• Experience managing digital platforms and content development projects
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Strong written communication and content development skills
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders and contributors
• Commitment to accessibility, inclusion and neurodiversity-affirming practice
• Passion for creating positive community impact

Please click here to view the Position Profile. This is a full time, 3 year max term contract role. The annual salary ranges from $150,000- $165,000 inclusive of superannuation, and is dependent on qualifications and experience.

Additional Information

What we offer:

• Professional Learning opportunities for career advancement
• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
• Hybrid working arrangements, flexibility between the office and home/remote
• Modern workspace with end-of-trip facilities, on the doorstep of Chatswood train and metro station, dining and retail outlets
• Employee referral incentives
• Discounted membership to fitness facilities through Beny
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

To apply: Click on the "I'm Interested" button and attach your resume (not compulsory) and complete the candidate questionnaire; cover letter is optional. 

Aspect reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.

Aspect is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply. We have a range of universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes, and are happy to individualise these.

Learn more about us: www.autismspectrum.org.au