Network Analyst

New Zealand Government; Rotorua; On-site; NZD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

New Zealand Government seeks a Network Analyst to support regional education teams by analysing data, network trends and achievement information to inform programmes. Based in Rotorua or Tauranga, this permanent, full-time role offers a balanced lifestyle in the Bay of Plenty.

Salary range is NZD 74,815 to 90,347 per year plus KiwiSaver, with appointment reflecting skills and experience. View the full Job Description for more details and requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience collecting, collating and analysing data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Strong written communication, numerical, statistical and IT skills.
• Excellent time management and ability to prioritise work.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret data, network trends and achievement information to inform programmes.
• Provide information, guidance and analytical support to internal staff and external stakeholders.
• Respond to information requests and prepare written communications, working papers, reports and presentations.

Skills

Data collection & analysis

Written communication

Numerical & statistical

IT skills

Time management

Interpersonal / collaboration

Te Tiriti o Waitangi knowledge

Driver's license

Public Service Standards

Job description

About this role | Māŋ šānŋ tūŚā

Permanent, full-time

Based in either Rotorua or Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Do you have a passion for working with data and an interest in growing your data extraction, reporting and analysis skills? The Network Analyst role supports the work of the Ministry of Education's regional teams by analysing and interpreting data, network trends and achievement information to inform and support internal and external work programmes.

The Network Analyst provides information, guidance and analytical support to relevant internal staff to support their work with the education sector including responding to requests for information and preparing written communications, working papers, reports and presentations.

This is a permanent, full-time position that can be based at either our Rotorua or Tauranga office, offering a fantastic lifestyle and work-life balance opportunity in one of New Zealand's stunning and diverse outdoor regions. Applicants who live in the surrounding Bay of Plenty areas and are willing to commute may also be interested in this role.

Salary range: $74,815 - $90,347 per annum plus KiwiSaver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.

For more details about the role, you can view Job Description here.

About you | Māh\u014Ha ake

• recent, relevant experience in collecting, collating and analysing data and information a proven ability in using data and insights to identify trends, risks and opportunities, and to influence and guide organisational and system-level decision making strong written communication, numerical, statistical and information technology skills exceptional time management and work prioritisation skills excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships and work collaboratively across integrated teams the ability to understand and apply the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tangata whenatanga a full, current driver licence as travel within the region may be required the ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

About our group and team | Mātā rōpuā ake

The Operations and Insights team is part of Te Mahau | Education Services, a frontline group that collectively provides leadership and integrated services, working with education providers, children and their whānau/families across the Bay of Plenty-Waiariki region. This includes services such as learning support, education advice and regulation functions for schools, kura, ŋkaŋ and early learning services, and advice and support with curriculum.

We develop and harness relationships with communities at the regional and local level, including deep relationships with iwi and hapū. We also collectively strengthen relationships with our diverse communities who support Māori, Pacific peoples, disabled ākonga and/or ākonga with learning support needs, and ākonga from disadvantaged backgrounds.

From within Te Mahau, you will work closely and collaboratively across different groups within the Ministry of Education, including infrastructure management and property delivery teams.

Applications closing

Applications close at midnight on Friday, 28 August 2025.

We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.

Contact: Penny Muldoon - 07 349 7464; email [e-mail]