Principal Data and AI Governance Advisor

Marketplace; Auckland; Presencial; NZD 148.000 - 176.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

5 weeks annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Life, Income Protection & Critical Ill

Holidays & insurance for permanent员工

Descripción de la vacante

New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) seeks a Principal Data and AI Governance Advisor to set the enterprise strategy for data governance across the organisation. You will define frameworks, guardrails and operating models to enable responsible innovation while safeguarding trust and public confidence.

The role reports across technology, risk, privacy and delivery, with a mandate to influence senior leaders and partner organisations. Salary is competitive and based on skills and experience.

Formación

• Significant experience leading Data Governance or Data & AI Governance in a complex organisation.

Responsabilidades

• Set strategic Data & AI governance direction for NZTA.
• Develop governance frameworks, controls and operating models.
• Embed Māori data sovereignty principles into governance practices.
• Influence major programmes and platforms with governance considerations.
• Strengthen governance maturity, risk management and accountability.

Conocimientos

Data governance

Stakeholder influence

Enterprise governance

Māori data sovereignty

Herramientas

Governance tooling

Monitoring & reporting

Descripción del empleo

# Principal Data and AI Governance Advisor at New Zealand Transport Agency, Auckland## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* Shape how Data & AI is governed across NZTA* Enable responsible innovation while protecting trust and public confidence* Influence enterprise decisions and build lasting governance capability* Permanent, full-time position, based in Wellington, Auckland or Palmerston North (other NZTA locations considered)Bring your Data & AI governance expertise to a role where you can shape strategy, influence at the highest levels and create an organisation-wide approach that enables innovation while establishing the frameworks and guardrails to support the responsible, ethical and trusted use of Data & AI. **Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity** At NZTA, Data & AI play an increasingly important role in improving services, supporting decision-making and delivering better outcomes for New Zealand. As our **Principal Data & AI Governance Advisor**, you'll be the enterprise authority for Data & AI governance at NZTA. You'll set the strategic direction, develop practical governance frameworks and help the organisation use Data & AI confidently, safely and effectively. You'll have the opportunity to:* Create NZTA's enterprise Data & AI Governance strategy and target state* Shape policies, standards, controls and operating models that enable responsible innovation* Establish clear accountability for data ownership, stewardship and AI oversight* Embed Māori data sovereignty principles into governance frameworks and decision-making* Influence major programmes, platforms, digital products and AI-enabled initiatives* Strengthen governance maturity, assurance, risk management and organisational capability* Guide the selection and continued improvement of enterprise governance toolsThis is a highly influential role where you'll work across technology, business, risk, privacy, legal and delivery functions. You'll build trusted relationships with senior leaders, bring clarity to complex challenges and create governance settings that are robust, practical and sustainable. View the Position Description. Appointment salary is from $148,480 to $175,580 commensurate with skills and experience. **Ko koe tēnei | About you** You see good governance as an enabler rather than a barrier, and you know how to translate complex risk, regulatory and ethical requirements into practical approaches that support better decisions and responsible innovation. You'll be comfortable working at enterprise level, navigating ambiguity and influencing senior stakeholders. Just as importantly, you'll bring people together around a shared direction and help build governance practices that work in the real world. Ideally, you will bring:* Significant experience leading Data Governance or Data & AI Governance in a complex organisation* Experience developing and embedding enterprise governance strategies, frameworks and operating models* Strong knowledge of responsible AI, data stewardship, metadata, lineage and data quality* A sound understanding of privacy, security, compliance, assurance and risk management* Proven ability to influence executive stakeholders and drive organisation-wide change* Experience establishing governance forums and accountability for data ownership and stewardship* Strong capability across governance tooling, controls, monitoring and reporting* Experience working with Māori data sovereignty principles* Excellent strategic judgement, systems thinking and relationship-management skills**Mō mātou | About us** At NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) our purpose is transport networks that deliver for people, places and New Zealand. Our Te Aukaha - Digital group helps enable that by providing modern, fit-for-purpose digital, information, and technology services for our people, partners, and customers. We are future-focused, collaborative, and committed to creating better outcomes for Aotearoa. **Ka whiwhi koe i te aha | What you'll get in return** We offer a comprehensive rewards package including:* Competitive salary and benefits package.* 5 weeks annual leave* Flexible working arrangements.* a free Life, Income Protection and Critical Illness insurance scheme available for permanent employees.**Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply** Please click apply to upload your CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.**Rā Katinga | Applications close:**22 November 2026For further information, email: [e-mail] be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.NZTA| Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | New Zealand Transport Agency || Location: | Auckland || Position type: | Ongoing - Full Time || Category: | IT & computing || Date listed: | 11-Nov-2026 || Salary range: | N/A || Closing date: | 22-Nov-2026 || Reference: | JR-0000013364\\_1794364243 || Attachment: | No File Attached || File links: | || Website: | http://www.nzta.govt.nz/ |Note: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website.