Senior Business Analyst – Data Management | Kaitātari Pakihi Matua (Christchurch or Wellington)
This is an opportunity for you to play a key part in improving data and Information management practices at Stats NZ by developing an enterprise data & information asset register:
Work on a defined brief to develop and implement an Information and Data Asset register for Stats NZ
2x fixed term roles, based in Christchurch or Wellington
What’s in it for you? | Ngā hua ka riro ki a koe
We encourage you to go to our careers site to learn more about the Way We Work at Stats NZ and check out our benefits. We want working for us to work for you!
Salary: $ 96,307 - $120,000 (negotiable) + superannuation
Other benefits include:
An environment where we can all be leaders, where your ideas and input are encouraged
Balance life and work commitments
Develop and grow your career (coaching, training, study support, and secondments)
Three extra annual leave days (taken during Christmas office closure)
City-based offices that cater to a variety of working styles and needs.
The role | Te tūnga
There are two fixed term roles available:
1x 6-month fixed term position until June 2026
1x 18-month fixed term position until June 2027
The roles are based in Christchurch or Wellington and report to the Unit Manager - Data and Information Management. The roles will work in close partnership with the Data and Information Management Unit, the Digital Triage team along with stakeholders across the business.
As a Senior Business Analyst – Data Management, your focus will be on scoping and developing an enterprise information and data asset register using MS365 tools to improve the governance and lifecycle management of information and data assets at Stats NZ.
This will require leading engagement with business units and teams across the organisation to identify and record assets, define essential register attributes/metadata and design and implement a MS365 solution that meets Stats NZ requirements.
What you bring | Nōu te rourou
Working closely with teams across the organisation, you will be required to build positive and productive relationships. You will be highly organised, self -managing, able to work independently and as part of a cross functional team. You will be familiar with techniques and frameworks of your discipline and be comfortable learning in a high paced environment.
Experience with developing an asset register and advanced experience using MS365 tools would be highly advantageous. You must be able to demonstrate evidence of delivering on a high paced initiative.
We are looking for a motivated individual with:
10 years’ experience using business analysis tools, techniques and methodologies – minimum five years at intermediate business analyst level.
Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline such as data or information management.
A future focussed, problem-solving and continuous development perspective with a passion for streamlining processes and creating efficiencies.
An ability to break down large and complex information into bite size chunks and convey the concepts clearly and simply.
Experience Leading Projects with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Great communication and relationship management skills, including the ability to:
bridge technical and non-technical discussions
translate business needs or requirements
produce high quality documentation.
Knowledge or commitment to developing understanding of Te Tiriti, Tikanga, Te Reo, Te Ao Māori
Demonstrated advocacy for, or support of, diversity and inclusion.
We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and lifting our cultural capability. You don’t need to be knowledgeable in all these areas already, but you do need to be on board with learning and have a genuine interest and willingness to grow on this journey with us.
About Us | Ko mātou
Stats NZ | Tatauranga Aotearoa is a central government employer of 1200+ people across Aotearoa New Zealand.
We provide data and statistics to support the decisions of government, Māori and iwi organisations, businesses, non-government organisations, and New Zealanders. Our work is About Aotearoa, for Aotearoa – data that improves lives today and for generations to come. We welcome every gender, ethnicity, ability, religion, age, and background and encourage all our people to be their authentic selves.
How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
If this sounds like you, click on the Apply now button to be redirect to the application page on our careers site. The position description is located on the right-hand side of the page.
We will be screening applications as we receive them to move swiftly to interview. The job may close before the advertised closing date depending on application numbers.
You may be asked to complete a pre-interview screen via phone or video. Please let us know in your application if we need to make any specific accommodations during our process.
Please reach out to recruitment@stats.govt.nz if you have any questions.
You must have the right to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand. Background and various pre-employment checks are part of our recruitment process.
Note to Recruitment Agencies: unsolicited CVs will not be accepted.
