Data Collection Specialist Regional | Matanga Kohi Raraunga - (Campbells Bay / Northcote) Fixed[...]

StatsNZ; Auckland; Remote; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A government agency in New Zealand is seeking a Data Collection Specialist to improve lives through effective data collection. This part-time role offers a dynamic work environment, requiring face-to-face interaction with communities and the ability to work evenings and weekends. Ideal candidates will have a background in customer service, strong interpersonal skills, and the capability to work remotely with reliable internet. Training in Auckland is mandatory from November 3-7, 2025.

Benefits

3 extra annual leave days

Meaningful work that makes a difference

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in customer service or a similar field.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.
• Strong focus on user experience.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with business and social communities.
• Conduct face-to-face interviews for data collection.
• Ensure a seamless and safe experience for respondents.

Skills

Customer focus

Strong communication skills

Time management

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Online communication tools

Job description

Matanga Kohi Raraunga | Data Collection Specialist Regional | Fixed Term Part-time

Fixed term part-time 3 November 2025 - 12 August 2026 (37.5 Guaranteed Minimum Hours per fortnight)

Campbells Bay / Northcote

Collaborate with us in improving life in Aotearoa. Play a part in creating a better future for New Zealanders.

About Us | Ko mātou

Stats NZ | Tatauranga Aotearoa is a Central Government employer of 1200+ people across Aotearoa. We provide data and statistics to support the decisions of Government, Māori and Iwi organisations, businesses, NGOs, 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.

What\u2019s in it for you? | Ng01 hua ka riro ki a koe

We encourage you to go to our careers site to learn more about theWay We Workat Stats NZ and also check out our benefits. We want working for us to work for you!!

Starting salary: 58,708.00 + superannuation(Pro-rata)

Other benefits of joining Stats NZ include:

• Contribute to meaningful work that makes a difference to all people in Aotearoa
• 3 extra annual leave days (taken during Christmas office closure)

The role | Te tūnga

As a Regional Data Collection Specialist, you will work within our frontline teams, building relationships with the business and social communities of Aotearoa, and enabling collection of data from all types of respondents via their channel of choice. This role is about providing a great user experience for respondents - one that builds trust, is seamless, convenient, safe and recognises their contribution to Aotearoa.

Our Regional Data Collection Specialists thrive in a dynamic and flexible work environment. They actively engage with communities from Monday to Sunday, at various times throughout the day, from morning to evening. This role is primarily focused on face to face interviewing out in the local community, so regular travel is a big part of the role. The role is multi-modal, meaning that when required, you will flex into phone and email-based work ensuring a diverse and stimulating work experience. It offers a unique blend of activities that keep the job interesting and rewarding. Additionally, the position requires a reasonable level of fitness, as it involves frequent walking and driving to visit households.

Thisremote workrequires someone who can work efficiently on their own andmust haveaccess to fast and reliable internet, a current full New Zealand driver's license, and a legally roadworthy, insured vehicle. We will set you up to work from home, and provide you with the equipment, training, and on-going support you need to succeed and remain safe while carrying out your work.

This role would suit someone who can bring:

• 2 plus years\' experience working in customer service or a similar field.
• Experience using everyday office software including a laptop/tablet, phone, Microsoft suit of products, online communications channels for meetings and chat. Including the ability to pick up new systems/technology with ease.
• Strong customer focus, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively with others, including having strong time management skills.
• Ability to work at times that suit survey participants, which will include evenings and weekends.
• Be able to work remotely, including having strong, reliable internet and a current full New Zealand driver\'s licence.
• It would be desirable to have knowledge of local areas and connection to different social, cultural or business groups.

If your application is successful, you will be required to attend amandatoryinduction training in person. This training will take place over one week, from3rd - 7th November 2025, in Auckland. Please note that your application will not progress if you are unable to commit to these dates.

What you bring | N6bu te rourou

We understand transferable skills can come from experience gained from outside of work. We encourage you to beyouin your application.

We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and lifting our cultural capability. You don\u2019t 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.

Tell us about yourself in your cover letter, what attracted you to this role, and what you would bring to Stats NZ.