Junior Graphic Designerat NZ Ombudsman -

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• About the OmbudsmanThe Chief Ombudsman works with his staff to help New Zealanders in their dealings with government agencies.

• About the teamThe Publications and Digital team is a newly established team dedicated to delivering high quality content and publication across various platforms including websites, intranet, reports and corporate documents, with a focus on enhancing user engagement and accessibility, as well as the Ombudsman's online presence, ensuring platforms and content are engaging, relevant and fit for purpose.Mō te tūranga
• About the roleThe role of the Junior Graphic Designer is to support the production of high quality visual content and to assist in the development of creative, innovative and accessible solutions that strengthen the visual identity of the Chief Ombudsman (internally and externally).This role is perfect for someone looking to learn and grow while contributing to day-to-day design tasks and projects and generating creative solutions to deadlines, whether delivering projects independently or as part of a team.You will collaborate closely with the Graphic Designer to produce work of the highest quality.He kōrero mōu
• About youTo be successful in this role you will have:Relevant tertiary qualification and/or the equivalent work experience, knowledge, skills and attributes required to be successful in this position.Experience in a junior design position preferable (portfolio showing potential).Experience in Adobe Creative Cloud, in particular InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator, and proficient in Microsoft Office.Experience working with social media platforms including Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn and Instagram.Have an avid interest and skills in in photography.Experience of creating work that appeals to Māori, Pasifika, children and young people, and other priority audience advantageous.Ability to produce engaging material for the priority audiences, including accessible documents.Ability to think creatively and ‘outside the box'.Cultural awareness, including knowledge of the Treaty of Waitangi and Te Reo Māori or willingness to learn.Te painga o te mahi tahi me mātou
• Our benefits, what we offerBecoming part of an exceptional team in a dynamic organisation, where the work is challenging and rewarding.

• How to applyTo apply, click on the ‘Apply Now' button where you will need to register through our online career centre, complete our application form and upload your CV and cover letter.

For further information about this vacancy please email recruitment@ombudsman.parliament.nz.All applicants will have a legal entitlement to work in New Zealand.

Appointees will be subject to a criminal convictions check and may be required to achieve and maintain a NZ Government (NZSIS) security clearance.As the Ombudsman's role is to provide fairness for all New Zealanders, it is important that our staff represent New Zealanders from all walks of life.

We encourage applicants from all walks of life.Depending on skills and experience the salary is expected to be between $59,163 to $77,652 with $73,954 being the mid-point.This role is based in Wellington.

Please note we are unable to consider 100% remote working for this role.Applications close 5pm, 25 June 2025