Senior 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 ākonga in our education system.

About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga

• Great opportunity for someone with significant modelling experince and statistical knowledge.
• Full-time, permanent role
• Based in Wellington

We are looking for a Senior Analyst to join our Education Workforce Analysis team in Wellington. As the Senior Analyst  you will report directly to the Manager, Analysis & Insights .

The Senior Analyst works with internal clients to undertake analysis, research, and evaluation to advance the understanding of our Education Workforce. Your work will contribute to solutions aimed at identifying issues, addressing needs, and contributing to evidenced based solutions for the wider Education Workforce

Salary range: $99,496 - $120,690 per annum + 3% KiwiSaver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.

For more details about the role, you can view the Job Description here.

We also offer:

• Flexible working arrangements where everyone feels valued & supported.
• The ability to purchase extra days leave.
• A range of employee network groups.
• An inclusive environment that encourages your personal cultural competency journey.
• Development and learning, including mentorship programmes and internal secondments.
• Wellness initiatives to support your overall health and wellbeing.

About you | Mōhou ake

To be successful in the role  you will have the following:

• Experience in system dynamic and stochastic modelling  preferably but it’s not essential.
• You will bring your experience working across a variety of stakeholder groups and a strength in delivery.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Adaptable and have the capacity to cope with a rapidly changing work environment and delivering high quality results under pressure.
• Ability to work alongside peers to ensure the delivery of written material and response to requests.
• A master’s qualification in quantitative/qualitative analysis, mathematics, economics, finance, evaluation, statistics or equivalent.
• The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake

The Education Workforce Group provides high quality evidence to inform policy and practice. We do this to influence the policies, actions and decisions that help shape the education system and drive excellent and equitable outcomes. We pride ourselves in providing data and analysis that makes information relevant, understandable, and useful for parents, teachers, academics, and government.

The Analysis & Insights team works with policy and operational teams across the ministry to monitor the education workforce across early learning and compulsory schooling sectors. Our work is diverse: ranging from investigating career trajectories, to forecasting.

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 Michael Tilyard at Michael.tilyard@education.govt.nz

Applications close Midnight –  Monday, 17 March 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.