Working Holiday Visa, Graphic Designer jobs

• APS 6
• $99,734 - $111,701 per annum pro-rata plus 15.4% Superannuation
• Canberra or Melbourne

The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) is looking for a creative, motivated and confident Graphic Designer to join our high-performing team. The role is available on an ongoing, part time (three days per week) basis. A merit pool will be created to use in filling any similar future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies.

This is an exciting opportunity for a designer who enjoys turning ideas into clear, engaging and accessible products that connect with different audiences. You will contribute to a wide range of work, from internal communication and agency events to major corporate publications such as the NHMRC Annual Report, while continuing to grow your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.

We are seeking someone with strong design capability, sound judgement and a positive, can-do approach. You will be comfortable managing competing priorities, working with stakeholders at all levels and applying creativity, attention to detail and brand awareness to deliver polished communication products that inform, engage and inspire.

What we offer

What truly makes us a great place to work? It's our people and the culture we've built together. With an 87% response rate in the 2026 APS Employee Census, NHMRC employees reported high levels of pride (90%), commitment (94%) and connection to our purpose (95%). We also scored above the APS average across key employee experience measures, including wellbeing, innovation, communication and speak up culture. At NHMRC, you'll find meaningful work, supportive leadership, flexible ways of working, and a collaborative environment where people can thrive and make a difference according to our 2026 APS Employee Census results.

Our roles come with broad responsibilities and minimal hierarchy, making it easier to get things done. You will be part of a small, inclusive, and high performing team with a strong, supportive culture.

We offer:

• A truly flexible workplace culture.
• A dynamic, diverse and supportive team across Melbourne and Canberra.
• Wellbeing programs including up to 6 free counselling sessions per year and a workplace that genuinely cares.
• Generous recreational leave, personal leave, cultural leave, parental leave and paid end-of-year shutdown.
• Study assistance and professional development opportunities that align with your career goals.
• Opportunities to be trusted to lead high value projects with the freedom to innovate and the support to grow.
• Strategic exposure where you can engage directly with senior leaders and contribute to decisions that shape our future direction.

Remuneration

$99,734 - $111,701 per annum pro-rata plus 15.4% superannuation

Job specific duties

As a Graphic Designer, you will support the delivery of:

• Designing and producing high quality digital and print communication materials that align with NHMRC branding, accessibility and editorial guidelines.
• Creating visual content for a range of channels, including social media, websites, intranet, newsletters, publications, presentations and campaigns.
• Liaising with internal stakeholders to develop creative concepts and deliver engaging communication products that support business objectives.
• Designing and producing materials for NHMRC events and stakeholder activities, including invitations, banners, signage, brochures, programs, presentations and promotional materials.
• Delivering major corporate publications and projects, including the Annual Report, Corporate Plan, corporate publications and other strategic communication products.
• Providing advice and recommendations on visual communication, branding, accessibility and design best practice.
• Managing and maintaining NHMRC's library of visual assets, templates and brand resources.
• Contributing to continuous improvement of NHMRC's communication products, processes and visual identity.
• Undertaking other duties as directed.

Core capabilities

• Experience designing high quality digital and print communications products using contemporary design software and technologies.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build productive relationships across NHMRC and with external providers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high quality work within tight timeframes.
• Sound judgement, initiative and accountability in the delivery of work.
• A collaborative and flexible approach, with a strong commitment to team outcomes and client service.
• Strong technical skills and the ability to apply creativity across a range of communication channels and platforms.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team environment.

Highly desirable

• Experience with video editing, animation and multimedia production.
• Understanding of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and accessible document design.
• Experience working within government branding, publishing or communication environments.

Further Information

For further information: contact Carly Taylor, Director Communication and Engagement via carly.taylor@nhmrc.gov.au

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Candidates should familiarise themselves with the Australian Public Service Principles for candidate use of AI in recruitment as they guide the ethical, responsible and transparent use of AI tools by candidates engaging in APS recruitment processes. These principles are designed to ensure that the use of AI tools by candidates aligns with the expectations outlined in the APS Values and Employment Principles and maintains the integrity of recruitment decisions and outcomes.

Eligibility

To be eligible for a position at NHMRC, you must be an Australian citizen and be able to provide evidence of this. If successful, you will also be required to undertake a nationally coordinated criminal history check.

NHMRC is an inclusive and diverse employer. We encourage applications from people with disability, First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, mature age applicants, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Application
Your statement of claims should address the job specific duties and core capability requirements with reference to the Integrated Leadership System (ILS) and APS work level standards.

Please include:

• a statement outlining how your skills, knowledge and experience are relevant to the role (maximum 750 words)
• a current resume
• contact details for2 referees - one of whom should be your current supervisor.

Applications must be submitted online via NHMRC’s recruitment system, eRecruit. Submit your application through NHMRC’s careers page.

NHMRC is an inclusive and diverse employer. We encourage applications from people with disability, First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, mature age applicants, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Applications close
11.30 PM AEST Thursday 3 September 2026.

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