Communication, Advocacy and Engagement Portfolio
About YWCA Canberra
YWCA Canberra is a respected feminist, not-for-profit community organisation which has been providing community services and representing women’s issues in the Canberra community since its establishment in 1929. Today, we provide leading and innovative services to women and the broader Canberra community in the areas of children’s services, community services, housing, youth services, personal and professional training, and women’s leadership.
As a values-based organisation, and the only Canberra-based Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA), YWCA Canberra is a great place to work. We have a strong track record in building long-term, sustainable careers with excellent conditions together with a supportive work environment for all employees to thrive.
About the role
Reporting to the Executive Director Communication, Advocacy and Engagement, the Digital Content Producer works within the Communication, Advocacy and Engagement (CAE) Portfolio to shape and deliver digital content across YWCA Canberra and its sub-brands.
This role is the creative engine behind YWCA Canberra’s digital presence by producing compelling visual content across social media, websites, eDMs, and print materials. You will work across multiple sub-brands, bringing each one to life visually while maintaining a cohesive organisational identity. You’ll bring a trend-aware design sensibility and a strong command of typography that keeps our social presence modern, bold, and impossible to scroll past.
This is an ideal role for a design-driven creative who is passionate about producing on-trend, purpose-led content that makes a genuine impact. No two days look the same…one morning you may be art directing a campaign, the next turning around a quick social graphic for a team across the organisation. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and want your work to matter, this role is for you.
About you
·Strong graphic design skills with a portfolio demonstrating on-trend digital and print work across multiple brands or campaigns.
·Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Canva, with a sharp command of typography and a clear sense of what looks current.
·A finger on the pulse of current design trends and platform-native aesthetics — producing social content that stops the scroll, feels fresh, and is always ahead of the curve across Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok.
· A true passion for marketing and how impactful your roles is within it.
·Demonstrated ability to produce modern, high-impact social content that drives engagement and elevates brand presence across multiple accounts and sub-brands.
·Experience publishing to WordPress websites and managing multiple social media accounts and scheduling tools.
·Ability to manage a varied workload, balancing substantial design projects such as annual reports alongside high-volume day-to-day requests from across the organisation.
·Strong written English skills and a professional, approachable manner when working with staff and stakeholders at all levels.
·Genuine passion for YWCA Canberra’s mission… the kind that shows up in every design you produce.
The right person will have
·Minimum 5 years experience in graphic design, with a strong portfolio across digital and print.
·Qualifications in graphic design, communications, media, or a related discipline or equivalent demonstrated experience.
·Experience with large-format print production including signage, banners, and event materials.
·Strong self-motivation, initiative, and the ability to make the role your own.
·A collaborative, can-do attitude and team-oriented approach.
·Current full driver’s licence (desirable).
WWVP requirements
All YWCA Canberra employees are required to hold and maintain a valid Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration for the duration of their employment. We operate under a strict ‘No card, no start’ policy, meaning this clearance must be obtained prior to commencing in any role.
What’s in it for you?
Working at YWCA Canberra offers more than just a pay cheque. Here, you’ll find a job with real purpose, where your efforts directly contribute to improving lives in our community.
YWCA Canberra offers:
·Competitive base salary
·Flexible working options including a 9-day fortnight, 4-day compressed work week, and varied working hours to support work-life balance
·Opportunities for professional development and further study through our in-house registered training organisation
·Salary packaging options that can improve your take-home pay by $5K annually
·Generous parental leave entitlements, 3 days extra paid annual leave between Christmas and New Year, and annual flu vaccinations
·Access to Employee Assistance Program for guidance and counselling
Join Canberra’s ONLY Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA).
How to apply
1. Visit ywca-canberra.org.au/about-us/careers/ to access the position description and job demands checklist.
2. Submit your cover letter, CV, and a link to your portfolio through our recruitment portal: Aurion recruitment portal.
For assistance with the application process, please contact our People & Capability team at recruitment@ywca-canberra.org.au.
Make a difference with us
At YWCA Canberra, we’ve been championing change since 1929, empowering women and promoting gender equality for nearly a century. Our legacy isn’t built on words alone, but it’s rooted in real action. Every day, we transform lives through our community services, affordable housing programs, early childhood education, and leadership initiatives. Our impact is tangible, and our commitment to building an inclusive, equitable future remains stronger than ever.
YWCA Canberra reserves the right to close this role early if a suitable candidate is found prior to the closing date.
YWCA Canberra is committed to the safety of children and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to participate fully in all child protection risk management recruitment processes and ongoing character checking and assessment processes.
YWCA Canberra is an equal opportunity employer. People from diverse backgrounds and with diverse life experiences are encouraged to apply. We specifically encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
