Technical Writer

Australian citizenship required. No PR or Work Visa holders. No security clearance required.

RFQ Details

RFQ ID: LH-02306

Closing Date: Sunday, 11 May 2025 11:59pm (Canberra time)

Estimated Start Date: Tuesday, 01 July 2025

Initial Contract Duration: 12 months

Extension Term: 6 months

Number of Extensions: 2

Experience Level: APS4, APS5 equivalent

Security Clearance: Not required

Client Details

Agency: Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC)

Location of Work: ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Working Arrangements: Hybrid 50/50 home and office work arrangement

Maximum Hours: 40 hours per week

Job Details

The ACCC is seeking an experienced Technical Writer to work closely with IT teams to produce and maintain system documentation. This includes system process maps, technical procedures, specifications, and design documents.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage existing and new technical documents
• Engage and consult with technical leads, architects, and IT experts
• Ensure release and version control of documents
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise documentation for stakeholders

Selection Criteria

Max 5000 characters total in one-page pitch (individual responses not required)

Essential Criteria

• An understanding of Azure infrastructure, Microsoft Power Apps and Data Lake solutions and proficiency with MS Office products Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio.
• A minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience in technical writing including design and development of ICT technical documentation system design, process maps, technical procedures and user stories.
• Demonstrated effective communication working with developers, architects, cyber security and end users including well-developed writing skills with an ability to write in a clear and concise manner.