Principal Analyst

Help shape the future of Education

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.

About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga

As the Principal Analyst, Corporate, you will:

• Partner with the Manager of People Analytics & Insights to grow and embed our integrated reporting function.
• Lead the development of our corporate reporting strategy.
• Create a community of corporate data customers to share ideas and best practices.
• Create meaningful, easy-to-understand metrics that tell the full story—not just the numbers.
• Lead initiatives that grow connections across the business to make sure our data is relevant, timely, and actionable.
• Manage projects that maximise the application of corporate data in day-to-day business decisions.
• Respond to data requests with insights that are clear, concise, and well-presented.
• Dig into complex data challenges and finding smart, tech-savvy solutions.
• Document our data rules, definitions, and known quirks so everyone’s on the same page.
• Stay up to date with the latest tools and tech in the data world—and recommending the best ones for us.
• Have the ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

For more details about the role, you can view the job description here. 

About you | Mōhou ake

We are looking for someone who’s curious, collaborative, and confident working with data. You’ll need to be comfortable leading projects, working with a wide range of stakeholders, and translating complex data into information that is relevant and consumable.

Experience with corporate data systems and their reporting tools, and PowerBI would be an advantage.

About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake

The People Analytics and Insights team maximises uptake and application of corporate data, and fulfils the Ministry’s statutory Human Resource reporting obligations. We are a small team that works collaboratively to get things done.

Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi?

If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the ‘apply' button. In your cover letter we’d like to know about you, your values, or anything else you’d like to share. We’re keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.

For further information, please contact Paul Pearson, Manager People Analytics & Insights on 04 463 8793

Applications close Midnight – Monday 2 June 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