Senior Analyst, Research - Wellington

Kumara Vine; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver

Job summary

Kumara Vine in Wellington is seeking an experienced analyst to manage the Te Tīrewa Mātai contract with the Ministry and analyse achievement data for ākonga in Māori-medium education.

The role requires written and oral Te Reo fluency, the ability to build strong relationships with providers and senior leaders, and to deliver timely, high‑quality reporting over a two-year fixed-term period.

Qualifications

• Precious experience with data analysis or other methodological research.
• Experience working in Māori-medium education sector is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders and providers.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Te Tīrewa Mātai contract with the provider and analyze achievement data for ākonga in Māori-medium education.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the provider and the Ministry to ensure timely, quality delivery of assessment and reporting.
• Develop strong relationships with providers and colleagues to support communication with senior leaders.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical analysis

Māori-medium education experience

Te Reo fluency

Job description

We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes

Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our students in our education system.

Two year fixed term role.

We have recently contracted new measurement of educational performance in Māori-medium kura and classrooms. The purpose of this role is to manage the contract (Te Tīrewa Mātai) with our provider as well as conduct analysis of this and other achievement data for ākonga in Māori-medium education.

You will be the primary liaison between the provider and the Ministry, ensuring timely and quality delivery of contracted assessment and reporting.

The role requires written and oral Te Reo fluency.

Salary range: $100,000 - $120,000 per annum plus KiwiSaver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.

We are looking for an experienced analyst, ideally with previous experience in the Māori-medium sector, perhaps as a teacher or in research.

To be successful in the role, you will have to have the ability to quickly develop strong relationships with providers and colleagues alike and be able to communicate effectively to senior leaders.

You will also offer:

• Precious experience with data analysis or other methodological research
• Experience working in or researching Māori-medium education sector

The Educational Measurement and Assessment team conducts large-scale educational research with national and international projects. Our team is highly motivated to see our work positively impact the sector. We are highly collaborative with Ministry colleagues, particularly in curriculum and policy, as well as the wider research community. The culture of our team is open, supportive and fun.

Te Pou Kōrero brings together the Ministry’s digital and data capabilities to enable an education system that is connected, secure, and evidence‑driven. We provide the digital platforms, data assets, and analytical insight that support day‑to‑day service delivery, informed decision‑making, and system stewardship across the Ministry and the education sector.

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.

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