Content Writer in St Leonards

We are a community organisation that serves people with low vision or blindness, and we seek a contract Content Writer to cover a parental leave period until 30 June 2027. The Content Writer will be responsible for ideating and developing copy across multiple formats, including short‑form, long‑form, scripts, and social media, and will work independently and collaboratively with the marketing team to produce high‑quality, on‑brand content for print, web, and video.

Key Accountabilities:

• Create compelling, on‑brand content across a range of formats, including print, web, social media, video, audio and long‑form editorial pieces.
• Translate briefs into high‑quality copy that aligns with strategic goals, audience needs and brand voice.
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and the broader marketing team to develop content that supports campaigns, fundraising and brand initiatives.
• Research topics, gather insights and conduct interviews where needed to strengthen briefs and produce accurate, engaging content.
• Review, edit and proofread content to ensure clarity, consistency, grammar, style, legal compliance and brand alignment.
• Identify and develop new storytelling opportunities that help bring the organisation’s mission and impact to life.
• Build and maintain a strong library of stories and content assets, including client, donor, volunteer and staff stories.
• Provide editorial guidance and constructive feedback to improve written content across the organisation.
• Use performance insights and data to continuously refine content and improve effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure content is delivered on time and to brief.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a relevant bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience with content marketing is highly desirable.
• A proven track record of writing engaging content.
• Experience writing in a broad mix of content formats – print, web, socials, newsletters, etc.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• High level of interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to establish strong links with key stakeholders and negotiate effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good analytical and critical thinking.
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work productively autonomously and as a member of a team – responsive, flexible, approachable, positive attitude and desire to exceed expectations.
• A creative mindset.
• Able to manage the physical demands and inherent requirements of the job and complete the tasks and duties as stated.

Benefits that Guide Dogs offer:

• A competitive remuneration package is available commensurate with skills and experience, which includes tax free salary packaging of up to $15,900.
• EAP – Get support when you need it with Employee Assistance Program counselling sessions.
• Me Days – Receive two paid days per year to support your health and wellbeing.
• Paid Parental Leave – take time to bond with your new child with 15 weeks paid leave after qualification period.
• The option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave each year.
• Employee benefits program and Reward and Recognition program.
• Support for your professional development including paid study leave and educational assistance.
• Join an organisation that makes a meaningful and positive impact on our society.

Guide Dogs Values:

• Our clients come first in everything we do.
• Walk the Talk – The buck stops with us. So we keep our word and keep going, no matter what.
• Lead with Head and Heart – Forever focused on our purpose and mission, we combine care and careful planning to deliver successes worth celebrating.
• Lift each other – From a guiding hand to a high five, we unleash and acknowledge everyone's potential.
• Never stop exploring – We’re fearlessly creative. We've always asked and answered the tough questions and if there's a better way, we’ll find it.

Guide Dogs NSW/ACT are proud to be an inclusive workplace that reflects our clients and the broader community and are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We offer equal employment opportunity regardless of your disability, gender or gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital or domestic status, carer status, or political opinion.