About this role
<p> </p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Fixed term or secondment opportunity to December 2027</li> <li>Based at National Office in Wellington</li> </ul> <p> </p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>About the role | Mō te tūnga</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <p>You will join the Digital Content Team within Service Delivery Communications.</p> <p> </p> <p>The team works across MSD to design and manage digital content that helps both staff and clients easily find, understand and use information.</p> <p> </p> <p>Our focus includes MSD’s intranet and knowledge base as well as public-facing digital channels, ensuring information is clear, accessible and aligned across the organisation.</p> <p> </p> <p>The Content Designer plays a key role in shaping and managing content across MSD’s digital channels, with a strong focus on improving our intranet and knowledge base so staff can quickly find the information they need to support New Zealanders.</p> <p> </p> <p>This role is part of a significant programme of work to improve our services. You will use user-centred design, content strategy and evidence to design, write and manage content that is clear, accessible and in plain English.</p> <p> </p> <h2><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><strong>What you bring | Ōu pūmanawatanga</strong></span></h2> <p> </p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Demonstrated experience designing user-centred content across digital channels, in particular, Sharepoint intranet and knowledge base content.</li> <li>Strong ability to simplify complex information and write clear, concise plain English.</li> <li>Sound knowledge of accessibility, usability and content design best practice.</li> <li>Experience working with content management systems and content design tools.</li> <li>Ability to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <h2><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><strong>What’s in it for you | Nōu te rourou</strong></span></h2> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Opportunity to work on a significant project to improve services.</li> <li>Work that makes it easier for staff to support New Zealanders.</li> <li>Supportive, inclusive workplace.</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Position Description | He Whakaahuatanga Tūnga</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <p><a title="" href="https://www.msd.govt.nz/hr/documents/position-descriptions/dce-service-delivery/client-and-internal-communications/content-designer.docx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Content Designer, position description</a></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Salary | Utu-ā-tau: $90,743.00 - $109,980.00</b></H2> </div><div></div></div></div><p> </p> <h3><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Applications close | Ka kati ngā tono hei te: 6 July 2026</strong></span></h3> <p> </p> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><em>Apply early! We may progress suitable candidates prior to the closing date.</em></span></span></p> <p> </p> <h3><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><strong>About us | Mō mātou</strong></span></h3> <p> </p> <p>The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is a people-centred organisation. We’re in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.</p> <p> </p> <p>We provide social policy advice to government, and assistance including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities.</p> <p> </p> <p>As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.</p> <p> </p> <p>Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.</p> <p> </p> <h3><strong>How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono</strong></h3> <p> </p> <p>Before you submit your application, please take a moment to review our guidance to understand how AI can best support your application. <a href="https://www.msd.govt.nz/hr/documents/position-descriptions/dce-people-and-capability/people/candidate-guidance-responsible-ai-use-in-recruitment.docx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Candidate Guidance - Responsible AI use in recruitment</a></p> <p> </p> <p>To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.</p> <p> </p> <p>Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process. Please highlight how your skills and experience relate to the key responsibilities listed in the position description and job advertisement.</p> <p> </p> <p>All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p> <p> </p> <p>Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.</p> <p> </p> <h3><strong>Joining us | Ko te hono mai</strong></h3> <p> </p> <p>Joining MSD means being part of a whānau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents.</p> <p> </p> <p>We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. You can find out more about our values <a href="https://jobs.msd.govt.nz/MSD">here.</a></p> <p> </p> <p>If you have any support or accessibility requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.</p>