Principal Advisor Data and Information

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 132,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness Benefits

KiwiSaver

Job summary

MBIE is seeking a Principal Advisor Data Information (Data Sharing) to lead complex data sharing arrangements that enable MBIE and its partners to make better decisions and deliver stronger outcomes for New Zealanders. You will influence governance, privacy and operations, building trusted relationships and guiding major programmes of work.

You will collaborate with the Director Data Sharing and senior leaders across government to shape data sharing practice and grow organisational capability in

Qualifications

• Extensive experience developing data sharing arrangements across domestic and international agencies.
• Experience leading consultation processes with senior leaders and privacy bodies.
• Strong relationship building and credibility with senior managers and stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, able to tailor complex information for diverse audiences.
• Legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiations on data sharing arrangements with government agencies or international partners.
• Work with senior leaders to balance privacy, operational and policy considerations.
• Navigate complex stakeholder environments including ministerial offices and regulators.
• Shape MBIE's approach to data governance and data sharing practice.
• Coach colleagues and build capability across teams and organisations.

Skills

Data sharing

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Governance

Privacy compliance

Education

Tertiary qualification

Job description

Discover a career with purpose at MBIEDiscover a career with purpose at MBIEShape how MBIE shares and uses data and influence data sharing across New Zealand's public sectorLead complex data sharing initiatives with national impactHelp unlock the value of data across governmentBe a trusted expert at the forefront of government data sharingSalary $132417-$160472, Wellington CBD, Permanent, +Wellness Benefits, +KiwiSaverAbout the Role - Tenei turanga:Some of the most valuable insights in government sit across organisational boundaries. This role is about helping bring them together.As Principal Advisor Data Information (Data Sharing), you'll lead the development of complex data sharing arrangements that enable MBIE and its partners to make better decisions, improve services and deliver stronger outcomes for New Zealanders. You'll work at the intersection of data, governance, privacy and operations, helping navigate complex challenges and turning them into practical, workable solutions.Working closely with the Director Data Sharing, senior leaders and key stakeholders across government, you'll influence how data is shared, governed and used. You'll build trusted relationships, provide expert advice, lead significant programmes of work and help grow organisational capability in an area that continues to evolve rapidly.This is a role for someone who enjoys operating in complexity, bringing people together and solving problems where there isn't always a clear path forward.What the work feels likeOn any given week you might:Lead negotiations on a new data sharing arrangement with a government agency or international partnerWork with senior leaders to balance privacy, operational and policy considerationsNavigate complex stakeholder environments, including ministerial offices and external regulatorsHelp shape MBIE's approach to data governance and data sharing practiceCoach colleagues and lift capability across the organisationInfluence decisions that improve how data is used to support services, insights and outcomes across New Zealand.Why join us?This is an opportunity to sit at the centre of some of MBIE's most important data and information initiatives.You'll have the chance to influence system-wide thinking, work on nationally significant challenges and help shape how government organisations share and use information to create value for New Zealanders. At the same time, you'll be joining a collaborative team with a strong focus on learning, innovation and continuous improvement.Nga pukenga me nga wheako e hiahiatia ana -Skills and Experience RequiredYou'll be an experienced advisor who enjoys working in complex environments, influencing senior stakeholders and finding practical solutions to challenging issues.To be successful in this role, you'll bring:Extensive experience and knowledge in developing data sharing arrangements between domestic and international agencies and organisations.Extensive experience leading consultation processes with senior leaders, ministerial offices, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner and other key stakeholders.Proven ability to quickly establish strong working relationships and build trust and credibility with senior managers, staff and key internal and external stakeholders.Strong strategic thinking and the ability to introduce new ways of looking at problems, challenge established thinking and adopt creative approaches.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor complex information to a range of audiences.Experience coaching and mentoring colleagues and contributing to capability development across teams and organisations.The ability to stay abreast of best practice data sharing principles, legislation and emerging trends.A relevant tertiary qualification, or equivalent relevant experience.You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this position.Desirable:Knowledge of Immigration New Zealand and wider MBIE functions, systems and processes.About MBIE - Etahi korero mo MBIE:MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.Mahi Tahi - Better TogetherMaia - Bold and bravePae Kahurangi - Build our FuturePono Me Te Tika - Own ItOur aspirations are echoed in our Maori identity - Hikina Whakatutuki - which broadly means `lifting to make successful'.MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Maori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Maori, other Maori groups/organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Maori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand. We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Maori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.E mohio ana a Hikina Whakatutuki i puea ake te kotuinga I waenganui i a ngai Maori me te Karauna i Te Tiriti o Waitangi, a, kei te whai ia ki te whakau ake i Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Ma te whai kiko o nga kotuinga ahunga roa o nga iwi, o ngai Maori, me etahi atu ropu Maori ki te Karauna, ka tutuki tenei. He ahuatanga nui tenei e ahei ai nga mahi whanaketanga a-ohanga, a-papori hoki ki a ngai Maori me Aotearoa whanui. E whai tonu ana matou ki te kotui atu ki nga iwi mo te rapu huarahi hou ki te whakaara i nga kaupapa kua roa nei e tami ana i a ngai Maori me Aotearoa whanui, a, e whai ana hoki ki te tautohu i nga aheinga kokiritanga ma nga iwi, me te tautoko i nga iwi kia whai mana ake ai enei aheinga.How to Apply - Me pehea te tono:Click here to view a position description. When you are ready to apply please send a CV and cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for this role. All applications must be submitted via our online process.Email Jackie Johnson at [e-mail] quoting ref MBIE/20359 if you have any further questions.Applications close on 11th November 2026 at 11.59pm