Technical 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

• Fixed term or secondment opportunity.
• Opportunity to use your data and system insights skills to make a difference.
• Wellington-based. 

As a Technical Analyst you will play a key role in turning data and system insights into meaningful guidance that supports high-quality decision-making. This role sits at the intersection of technical analysis, problem-solving, and stakeholder collaboration, uniting the latest curriculum with assessment.

In this role you will:

• Deliver meaningful recommendations to convert data into insights and trends.  
• Analyse and document system workflows, use cases, and sequence diagrams.  
• Create clear and accurate technical specifications, business requirements, and process documentation.  
• Incorporate compliance requirements into system and data analysis.  
• Identify risks and propose well-reasoned mitigation strategies.  
• Troubleshoot complex technical and business issues.  
• Use evidence and data to support decisions.  
• Translate business problems and technical concepts into clear outcomes.  
• Work collaboratively with developers, testers, product teams, and business leaders.

Salary range: $85,225- $103,071 per annum + kiwi saver. 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. 

About you | Mōhou ake

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

• Curriculums and assessment
• Experience in a complex organisation
• Experience in building relationships and partnerships to achieve shared outcomes.        
• Using analytical tools such as Excel and Power BI.  
• Working with office applications or assessment tools, including understanding real-world user contexts (e.g., schools, classrooms, administration environments).  
• Supporting change initiatives, including user acceptance testing (UAT).  
• Managing small workstreams or coordinating technical activities.
• The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

If you're a technical analyst looking for you next role to contribute to the analysis of business needs, system behaviour and data trends, we want to hear from you!

About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake

The purpose of Te Poutāhū is to lead the national curricula for Aotearoa New Zealand and associated systems and processes of assessment and aromatawai.

We design, develop, and provide curriculum services for teachers, kaiako, leaders, ākonga, their whānau and communities that reflect their identities, languages, and cultures. We bring together curriculum, teaching expertise and evidence for the development, support and review of inclusive curricula, assessment, and NCEA. Our strengths are across te reo Māori, mātauranga Māori, disability, inclusive learning support, and culturally relevant content so that Te Mahau supports learning that is inclusive for all ākonga.

We support the people who are closest to, and directly serve, ākonga and whānau. We do this through Te Mahau where we connect with the sector, working collaboratively to identify priorities and design local solutions.

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 Rob Fitzpatrick Technical Programme Manager at rob.fitzpatrick@education.govt.nz

Applications close Midnight – Friday, 24 April 2026.

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.