Data and Information Governance Advisor

Wellington City Council; Wellington; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Flexible working options

Health and wellbeing support

Staff discounts

Learning and development programmes

Job summary

Wellington City Council is seeking a Data and Information Governance Advisor to join our evolving Data and Information Governance team and help shape how Council manages data and information in a rapidly changing digital environment.

This role goes beyond traditional records management, helping kaimahi understand the value of good data management, navigate governance requirements and leverage technology to support decision making and service delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in data and information governance, information management or records management.
• Strong Microsoft 365 knowledge, particularly SharePoint Online and information governance capabilities.
• Understanding of Microsoft Purview incl. retention, classification, labelling and compliance.
• Knowledge of legislation including the Public Records Act, Privacy Act and LGOIMA.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with ability to influence and support change.
• Practical, curious and solutions-focused approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist advice on data and information governance, information management and records management.
• Help develop and continuously improve Council’s data and information governance frameworks, standards, policies and practices.
• Work with business groups to identify information risks, opportunities and practical improvements.
• Use Microsoft 365, SharePoint Online and Microsoft Purview to support data and information lifecycle management, classification, retention and compliance.
• Help Council understand and manage governance implications of emerging technologies, including AI.
• Build relationships, provide guidance and education, and contribute to projects and continuous improvement that strengthen Council’s information capability.

Skills

Data governance

Relationship skills

Communication skills

Microsoft 365 knowledge

Education

Relevant information management qualification

Tools

Microsoft Purview

SharePoint Online

PowerShell/PnP PowerShell

Job description

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Wellington City Council – Wellington Central, North Island

Dataandinformationareone of Council’s most valuable assets. How we manage it, protectitand make it available to the right people directlyimpactsthe decisions we make, the services we deliver and the trust our community places in us.

We’relooking for a Data and Information Governance Advisor to join our evolving Data and Information Governance team and help shape how Council managesdata andinformation in a rapidly changing digital environment.

This is more than a records management or compliance role.You’llwork across Council to help ourkaimahiunderstand the value of gooddata andinformation management, navigate governancerequirementsand make better use of technology.

From Microsoft Purview and SharePoint Online to the responsible use of AI,you’llhelp build an approach that enables innovation while managing risk and meeting our legislative obligations.

Ko waitātou| The role

You’llbe a trusted advisor across Council, turningdata andinformation governance requirements into practical solutions that support the work our teams are trying to achieve.

You’ll:

• Providespecialist advice ondata andinformation governance, informationmanagementand records management.
• Help develop and continuously improve Council’sdataandinformation governance frameworks, standards,policiesand practices.
• Work with business groups toidentifyinformation risks,opportunitiesand practical improvements.
• Use Microsoft 365, SharePoint Online and Microsoft Purview to supportdata andinformation lifecycle management, classification,retentionand compliance.
• Help Council understand and manage the governance implications of emerging technologies, including AI.
• Build relationships, provide guidance and education, and contribute to projects and continuous improvement that strengthen Council’s information capability.

Ko waikoe| About you

We’relooking for someone who combines technical knowledge with strong people and relationship skills.

You’llhave experience indata andinformation governance, information management, records management, Microsoft 365 administration or a related field, with the ability to turn complex requirements into practical advice.

You’llideally bring:

• Experience indataandinformation governance, information management or records management and a good understanding of information lifecycle management.
• Strong Microsoft 365 knowledge, particularly SharePoint Online and information governance capabilities.
• An understanding of Microsoft Purview, including retention, classification,labellingand compliance.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements, including the Public Records Act, Privacy Act and LGOIMA.
• Strong communicationand relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and support change.
• A practical,curiousand solutions-focused approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.

Experience with Microsoft Purview implementation, SharePoint Online PowerShell/PnP PowerShell, informationsecurityor AI governance would be an advantage.

A relevant qualification in information management, information systems, records management, library and information studies, technology or a related discipline is desirable. Equivalent practical experience will also be considered.

He ahatēneimahi | Why this role?

This is an opportunity to help shape something that is still evolving.

You’llbring your experience and ideas to a team developing a more modern approach todataandinformation governance,one that supports ourkaimahito work confidently withdata andinformation while helping Council manage risk and meet its responsibilities.

You’llwork across the organisation and alongside digital, technology,securityand business teams. As technology continues to change,you’llhelp Council navigate new opportunities and challenges and build the information capability we need for the future.

Most importantly, your work will help our people access and trust thedata andinformation they need to make better decisions and deliver better services forPōnekeand its communities.

Nōuterourou| What's in it for you

Working for the Council offers youa range of benefitsincluding 5 weeks annual leave, flexible working options, health and wellbeing support, Council staff discounts and a range of learning and development programmes and opportunities.

ViewourEmployee Value Proposition Videoto see what our employees say about working at WCC.

Pre-employment Checks:All employees must undergo a Criminal Conviction Check prior to employment.

Diversity:

We want your application to enable you to portray the real you. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just formal employment. If you candemonstratethe skills listed in the advert through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.

We welcome applications from all people and like our workforce to reflect the diverse communities we serve.

Accessibility Support:

We want to make sure any accessibility requirements you may have, are well supported so the selection process isequitablefor 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:***********@wcc.govt.nz