Data Analyst | Kaitātari Raraunga, Data & Automation

Te Puni Kōkiri; Wellington; On-site; NZD 87,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare allowance

Optical coverage

Wellbeing support

Te reo Māori proficiency

Study assistance

Enhanced parental leave

Job summary

Te Puni Kōkiri is seeking a Kaitātari Raraunga | Data Analyst to turn complex data into actionable insights that shape policy across Aotearoa. You'll work across IDI and LBD data, build dashboards and evidence-based products, and collaborate with stakeholders to support meaningful outcomes for whānau and Māori communities.

You'll combine analytic expertise with the ability to communicate findings to senior leaders, contribute to data governance, and help uplift data literacy within the

Qualifications

• Experience turning data into insights for policy
• Ability to communicate data-driven insights to stakeholders
• Familiarity with statistics, data science or analytics concepts

Responsibilities

• Transform complex data into compelling insights for decision-making
• Conduct microdata research within IDI and LBD
• Develop data products and dashboards for leaders
• Engage with diverse stakeholders and communicate insights
• Support data governance and literacy initiatives

Skills

SQL

R

Python

Data analysis

Evaluation

Education

Statistics or data science

Job description

• Drive better outcomes for Māori by turning data into insights that shape policy and decision-making.
• Join a forward-thinking team using analytics, automation and AI to transform data into action.

Our Strategy puni is looking for a Kaitātari Raraunga | Data Analyst. Are you ready to do more than analyse data? Join a team at the forefront of analytics, automation and AI, turning complex information into powerful insights. Your work will help shape decisions that deliver real benefits for whānau, hapū and iwi.

The Strategy Puni and Data & Automation team are at the heart of Te Puni Kōkiri's mission to improve outcomes for whānau, hapū, iwi and Māori across Aotearoa. Together, they shape the organisation's strategic direction, provide robust evidence and insights, and help ensure that government policies, programmes and services deliver meaningful impact for Māori communities.

Working across strategy, performance monitoring, analytics, automation and emerging technologies, including AI, the team develops innovative data solutions, analytical products and reporting tools that support informed decision-making and strengthen accountability across the public sector. By combining strategic thinking with cutting-edge technology, the team influences system-wide performance, drives continuous improvement, and helps transform data into actionable insights that support positive change for Māori.

Te whai wāhitanga | The opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to combine your analytical expertise with meaningful, purpose-driven work. As a Data Analyst, you'll transform complex data into compelling insights that influence decision-making, inform policy, and support better outcomes for whānau, hapū, iwi and Māori across Aotearoa. Part of this role will involve conducting microdata research within the Stats NZ Integrated Data Infrastructure (IDI) and Longitudinal Business Database (LBD); previous experience doing this work would be an advantage (but is not essential).

Working at the forefront of analytics, automation and emerging technologies, you'll develop innovative data products, dashboards and evidence-based solutions that help leaders make informed decisions. You'll explore new data sources, drive continuous improvement, contribute to data governance initiatives, and help grow data literacy across the organisation.

This role offers a unique blend of technical analysis, stakeholder engagement, and strategic influence. You'll collaborate with a diverse range of people, present insights to senior leaders, contribute to organisation-wide projects, and play a key role in shaping how data is used to create meaningful impact. If you're curious, innovative, and passionate about turning data into action, this is an opportunity to make a real difference.

The likely appointment range is$87,413 - $97,126 based on skills and experience. The full grade for this role is $87,413 - $116,551 with a mid-point of $97,126.

For more information about the skills and experience required for this position, please see the job description below.

You'll bring experience in data analysis, evaluation, research, or a related field, with the confidence to engage with diverse stakeholders and communicate insights to a range of audiences. Your strong communication skills, sound judgement, and ability to manage competing priorities will enable you to deliver high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment. We also encourage applications from recent graduates who have completed tertiary study in statistics, data science, analytics, or a related discipline and are eager to apply their skills in a role that delivers meaningful impact through data and insights.

Success in this role will come from your collaborative approach, willingness to challenge existing thinking, and commitment to continuous improvement. You'll be comfortable working across teams, contributing to projects, and exploring new analytical approaches and technologies to uncover meaningful insights. Some experience working with programming languages, such as SQL, R, or Python, would be an advantage.

An understanding of te ao Māori, tikanga Māori, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi is important, along with a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for Māori. Experience working within government, knowledge of data governance, privacy requirements, and evidence-based policy or evaluation frameworks will be advantageous.

If you're someone who loves uncovering insights, embracing innovation, and seeing your work contribute to real-world outcomes, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact across Aotearoa.

Tāu e whai ai | What you will get in return

Te Puni Kōkiri is a diverse and rewarding working environment full of passionate kaimahi focused on creating solutions that will help our communities. We are guided by our values of Te Wero, Manaakitanga, He Toa Takitini and Ture Tangata.

There is more to life than just work and we encourage our kaimahi to maintain the right balance between mahi and their personal lives. Your whānau is just as important as you, so we're committed to providing incentives and opportunities that help our kaimahi and their whānau to thrive, including:

• A range of allowances including childcare, optical, hauora/wellbeing and te reo Māori proficiency
• Kaimahi development and career options, including study assistance
• Enhanced parental leave provisions

Te Puni Kōkiri | Ministry of Māori Development

We are committed to our vision of 'Thriving Whānau' - when whānau are thriving, so do their communities, hapū, iwi and all of Aotearoa. Te Puni Kōkiri leads policy advice to the Government on Māori development, and Iwi and Māori relations with the Crown. Our people are at the heart of the work we do – using our approaches to improve outcomes to, for and with Māori, and to drive our efforts to build an Aotearoa where whānau can all stand, thrive and belong.

Find out more about Our Story

We invite applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. We believe that diversity fuels innovation and enriches our collective strength. Your unique perspectives, skills, and heritage contribute to our mission of advancing Māori aspirations and well-being.

We want to make sure any accessibility requirements you may have are well supported so the selection process is equitable for everyone. Please let us know if there are any adjustments or support we can offer to make our process more accessible to you by emailing: [e-mail]