Health Data Analyst: Insights that Shape NZ Health

New Zealand Government; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a Health Data Analyst to analyse health service activity and performance across the organisation. You will work with datasets from National Collections, RAPID, and regional sources to identify trends and provide evidence-based insights.

You will develop dashboards, support decision-making, and respond to parliamentary questions, information requests, and media inquiries. A keen eye for governance and equity in health is essential.

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification in business analysis, data science or statistics.
• 3–5 years' experience in a similar analytical role within a large organisation.
• Strong understanding of analytics fundamentals and how data and insights create value.
• Experience with data visualisation tools and analytical techniques, including dashboards.
• Excellent communication skills to present findings to diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equity in health.
• Willingness to learn and use AI-enabled tools responsibly.

Responsibilities

• Analyse health service activity and performance across Health NZ.
• Develop dashboards and visualisations to inform decision-making.
• Respond to time-sensitive requests and ad hoc analyses.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across health and government agencies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data storytelling

Communication skills

Adaptability to new technologies

AI awareness

Governed data environment knowledge

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in business analysis, data science or statistics

Tools

Power BI

Qlik

SQL

MS Excel

Job description

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a Health Data Analyst to analyse health service activity and performance across the organisation. You will work with datasets from National Collections, RAPID, and regional sources to identify trends and provide evidence-based insights.

You will develop dashboards, support decision-making, and respond to parliamentary questions, information requests, and media inquiries. A keen eye for governance and equity in health is essential.