12-Month Fixed-Term Contract | Hybrid Working
Help shape a more accessible digital future for one of Australia's iconic institutions.
Reporting to the Digital Accessibility Lead within the IT Corporate Systems team, this role offers the opportunity to influence accessibility outcomes across the Bank and support delivery of our Accessibility Action Plan.
As a Digital Accessibility Specialist, you'll work with stakeholders across technology and business teams to embed accessibility into digital products, services and ways of working. You'll provide expert guidance on accessibility standards, testing, governance and compliance, while helping build capability and promote inclusive design practices across the organisation.
What You'll Do:
Support accessibility reviews, audits and assessments across digital products, web applications, documents and services, including testing with assistive technologies (such as screen readers, screen magnification and speech recognition software) and accessibility evaluation tools.
Assist project teams in identifying and implementing practical solutions to address accessibility issues.
Partner with disabled users and user research teams to help ensure products and services meet accessibility, usability and inclusive design requirements.
Support development and maintenance of accessibility frameworks, guidelines, and procedures.
Assist in monitoring accessibility metrics and preparing reports to track compliance and continuous improvement.
Contribute to digital accessibility awareness, training and capability-building initiatives.
Support the promotion of inclusive design practices and shared ownership of accessibility across product, delivery and business teams.
Stay informed about emerging accessibility legislation, regulations, standards, technologies and industry best practice, and contribute relevant insights to support accessibility initiatives across the organisation.
Essential skills required:
Strong knowledge of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), AS EN 301 549, inclusive design principles and UX best practices.
Understanding of the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (DDA), Disability Standards, and accessibility guidance published by the Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC).
Extensive experience in digital accessibility reviews, testing and audits.
Experience using assistive technologies and accessibility testing tools.
Ability to identify accessibility barriers and recommend effective, practical solutions.
Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing and consulting skills.
Desirable skills:
Experience supporting accessibility governance, compliance and assurance activities.
Experience delivering accessibility training and awareness programs.
Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or industry certifications such as IAAP CPACC, WAS or CPWA in accessibility or a related discipline.
Be More
At the Reserve Bank of Australia, you'll contribute to work that has a meaningful impact on the Australian community while continuing to develop your own skills and career. We offer a collaborative, flexible and inclusive environment that supports wellbeing, learning and professional growth.
We recognise that great candidates come from a range of backgrounds and experiences. If you're excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn't perfectly match every requirement.
Why RBA?
The RBA plays a vital role in supporting Australia's economic wellbeing. Our people bring diverse perspectives, expertise and experiences, working together with integrity, curiosity and a shared commitment to excellence and public purpose.
Inclusion and Accessibility
The Reserve Bank of Australia is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and people of all ages and experiences.
If you require adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, we're committed to supporting your participation and success.
Join us and help create accessible and inclusive digital experiences that make a real difference for Australia.
Application Close :
August 31, 2026.
Skills Required
- Strong knowledge of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), AS EN 301 549, inclusive design principles and UX best practices.
- Understanding of the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (DDA), Disability Standards, and AHRC accessibility guidance.
- Extensive experience in digital accessibility reviews, testing and audits.
- Experience using assistive technologies and accessibility testing tools (e.g., screen readers, magnifiers, speech recognition, evaluation tools).
- Ability to identify accessibility barriers and recommend effective, practical solutions.
- Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing and consulting skills.
- Experience supporting accessibility governance, compliance and assurance activities.
- Experience delivering accessibility training and awareness programs.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or industry certifications such as IAAP CPACC, WAS or CPWA.
What We Do
The Reserve Bank of Australia is Australia's central bank. Its duty is to contribute to the maintenance of price stability, full employment, and the economic prosperity and welfare of the Australian people. It does this by setting the cash rate to meet a medium-term inflation target, working to maintain a strong financial system and efficient payments system, and issuing the nation's banknotes. The Bank provides selected banking services to the Australian Government and its agencies, and to a number of overseas central banks and official institutions. Additionally, it manages Australia's gold and foreign exchange reserves
