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Job Opportunity: Accessibility Specialist:Ministry of Social DevelopmentJob description:Job DescriptionAbout usThe Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We're in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent. We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, wh?nau and communities. As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling M?ori, wh?nau, hap?, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations. 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. Digital Accessibility Specialist» Contribute to significant work whilst making a positive impact to New Zealanders nation wide» Wellington located, however open to remote working » Permanent The Opportunity As the lead agency for Accessibility a key task for the Ministry is to ensure that everyone, including disabled people, can access and engage with MSD [digital] resources and services, whether this be online content such as web pages, downloadable documents, video and voice calling, or digital services through web and mobile-located applications. This includes ensuring that our clients, partners, and our staff can access the information and services how and when they need it. Given the importance of this, the existing Digital Accessibility team is growing and is seeking Intermediate Digital Accessibility specialists who will play a key function in driving accessibility innovation across our range of products and services. Our Digital Accessibility teams' work centres around ensuring all New Zealanders can access our products and services to help improve their lives. The team helps both MSD People and our Clients and Partners with improved technology solutions that are accessible and ultimately improve the wellbeing of New Zealand's vulnerable citizens. expertise and practice you will bring with you » Excellent knowledge of and practice using the New Zealand Government Web Standards, the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 to Level AA, the Accessibility Charter, and what is needed to implement them in a digital setting. » Excellent practice of Assistive Technologies (AT). » Strong practice of technology, web design and development, including HTML and CSS, and user interface practice. » practice in planning and management using Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) principles. » practice in multiple hardware and software environments and be comfortable with complex system designs. » significant practice testing for Web Standards compliance and auditing. » Excellent communication expertise, including the capability to guide, negotiate and build consensus across multi-disciplinary agile team environments and vendors. » Strong practice in documentation of work in Plain Language. » Relevance practice in training staff. » practice with uscapability testing (user testing). » knowledge of various operating systems and mobile devices. » knowledge of compliance frameworks. » knowledge of user practice (UX) tools and frameworks Career opportunities It's an exciting time to join the Ministry, with technology modernisation and a complex, compensateing transformation kicking off. The team is truly collaborative and passionate about the part that IST plays in delivering MSD's purpose. You will work for an organisation that really makes a difference for New Zealanders, while having the opportunity to develop your career through mentoring, professional development and on-the-job training. You will also have access to the following advantages: » Health insurance » Vision care » KiwiSaver » Study assistance » Qualification programmes » Learning and development » Te Ao M?ori Position Descriptionhttps://www.msd.govt.nz/hr/documents/position-descriptions/dce -transformation/digital-accessibility-specialist-march-2022.docxincome range: $95,822.00 – $117,116.00Joining usJoining MSD means being part of a wh?nau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents. 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. We are a Treaty partner committed to strengthening relationships with M?ori, Hap?, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process. MSD has a COVID-19 vaccination policy that encourages, but does not require, employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and its variants, unless the function is identified as requiring vaccination at the time. How to submit the application:To apply, clickHEREto upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your practice relates to the key responsibilitieslisted in the position description.All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, Contact Us by us at Accessibility_Recruitment@msd.govt.nz at the Ministry of Social Development. Internal MSD Employees - please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate. Closing date:Wednesday the 1st March 2023Skills:
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