Senior Data Analyst

Ministry of Health New Zealand; Wellington; On-site; NZD 98,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4.4 weeks annual leave

Wellness allowance after 12 months

Job summary

Ministry of Health New Zealand based in Wellington seeks an analyst to apply quantitative thinking and modelling to health policy challenges. You will work with colleagues and stakeholders to develop analytical approaches and provide evidence to support better decisions and outcomes.

Around half the role is quantitative analysis and modelling, with the rest focused on stakeholder needs, interpreting results, and advising policy-makers. Collaboration and Te Tiriti responsibilities are valued.

Qualifications

• Experience applying quantitative methods to policy or strategic questions, including statistical modelling, econometrics, forecasting, or related analyses.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking to grasp complex issues quickly.
• Ability to work with ambiguity, frame problems, and select appropriate analytical approaches.
• Clear communication of quantitative results to technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize information from diverse sources and communicate evidence-based advice to decision-makers.
• Apply statistical and economic modelling to policy scenarios using complex health datasets.
• Lead analytical projects, mentor team members, and share skills.
• Build relationships across the Ministry and health sector to support pae ora—healthy futures for all New Zealanders.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Communication of insights

Problem solving

Teamwork

Tools

R

SQL

Job description

• Wellington based | Full-time | Permanent


• 4.4 weeks annual leave | Wellness allowance after 12 months


• Apply your statistical or economic modelling and data analysis experience


• Range $97,607 - $130,142. Actual salary dependent on experience, skills and alignment with the requirements of the role.

Ko tōu ake mahi - What you'll do

This is an opportunity to apply quantitative analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to some of the most important health challenges facing New Zealand. You will work closely with colleagues and stakeholders to understand complex issues, develop analytical approaches, and provide evidence that supports better decisions and improved health outcomes.

• Synthesise information from diverse sources (including IDI and administrative datasets) and communicate compelling, evidence-based advice to decision-makers


• Apply statistical and economic modelling and analysis techniques to policy scenarios using complex health datasets


• Lead analytical projects, share and develop your skills and mentor team members


• Build strong relationships across the Ministry and wider health sector and ensure work helps to achieve pae ora - healthy futures for all New Zealanders.

Around half the role involves quantitative analysis and modelling, with the other half focused on understanding stakeholder needs, interpreting and presenting results, and providing practical advice to inform policy and decision-makers.

Ko ngā pūkenga ōu - What you'll bring

• Experience applying quantitative methods to real-world policy or strategic questions - this could include statistical modelling, econometrics, epidemiology, forecasting, or other analytical approaches


• Well developed problem solving and critical thinking skills and the ability to grasp new concepts quickly


• Ability to work with ambiguity, frame complex problems, and identify the most appropriate analytical approach when there is no obvious answer


• Experience using quantitative analysis tools such as R and SQL


• Strong communication and relationship management skills, including the ability to communicate complex insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences


• Enjoy working as a team


• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and an understanding of our responsibilities under Te Tiriti for data governance, analysis and reporting


• A knowledge of the health sector would be an advantage.

If you have many but not all these attributes, we welcome your application. Just address any gaps and how you plan to resolve them, in your cover letter.

Ngā hua o tō mātou whare - What we bring

Join a team that combines rigorous quantitative analysis with real-world impact. You'll work with some of New Zealand's richest health and linked administrative datasets to answer complex questions about service utilisation, health outcomes, and system performance. Our work directly informs policy, planning, and decision-making across the health system.

We are a collaborative and supportive team that values curiosity, continuous learning, and professional growth. You'll have opportunities to develop your analytical, advisory, and leadership skills while working alongside experienced analysts, economists, and researchers. At Manatū Hauora, we value diverse perspectives, flexible working, and creating an environment where people can do their best work and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Join us and help shape the evidence that supports better health outcomes for New Zealanders.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings. Please contact us if you require any support to ensure the recruitment process is accessible.