Business Writer & Editor

About Us

Australian Healthcare Associates (AHA) is Australia's largest specialist health and human services consultancy. Now in our 33rd year, we partner with federal, state and territory governments to improve health and social outcomes for Australians by delivering evaluations, reviews and program administration engagements of major national importance.

AHA’s story is all about its people. We pride ourselves on our supportive and inclusive culture, and on the vision, creativity, and drive of our staff. Our high-performing team of passionate and talented individuals works collaboratively to deliver great outcomes for our clients. 

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced writer and editor to join our organisation. Working closely with our Evaluation & Advisory and Corporate services teams, you will play a pivotal role in creating, reviewing and revising content for tender submissions, project reports, policy, process and procedure documents, emails, and our website.

As part of the team you’ll:

• edit and proofread documents to maximise coherence and flow, ensure content is error-free, and conforms with the Australian Government Style Manual and project requirements
• ensure documents meet accessibility guidelines, and assist writers with remediation when required
• write clear and engaging content for a range of audiences, including government stakeholders, health professionals, AHA staff and the general public
• provide constructive feedback and guidance to writers, to help them refine their writing and improve its impact
• design attractive and accessible documents in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• create high-quality infographics
• identify opportunities to improve processes for document authoring, review and online publication

You'll have the opportunity to work in our Melbourne office with the team for a minimum one day per week and the balance from home.

About You

You’re a keen writer, editor or communications professional with experience in government, consulting or research, ideally in the health or social sciences. You have:

• Exceptional written communication skills, including the ability to write engaging content for a variety of audiences.
• Excellent editing skills, including proficiency in substantive editing, copyediting and proofreading.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word styles.
• Familiarity with Mendeley or other citation software.
• Effective time management skills to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines consistently.
• The ability to work productively and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Experience applying the Australian Government Style Manual and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines to professional writing.
• A strong commitment to detail, accuracy and exceeding our clients’ expectations.
• Ability to translate complex data and ideas into effective visuals (diagrams, graphs, flowcharts and infographics) (desirable).

You’ll receive an attractive salary aligned with your skills and experience and enjoy being part of a friendly team of professionals.

To apply  please upload your  CV and a cover letter  outlining how your skills and experience align with the requirements of the role.

Note : applications that do not include a tailored cover letter will not be considered.

Applications close 5pm Wednesday 5 June 2024.

All questions can be directed to

Applicants must have full Australian working rights.

Further information about AHA is available at our website:

Agency applications will not be considered.

AHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We support flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously, and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex, or queer. All are encouraged to apply.