Intellectually stimulating and rewarding work
Strong, inclusive, and supportive Ministry culture | Flexible working by default
Permanent Full Time | Wellington CBD waterfront - Queens Wharf

He kupu mō mātou Te Manatū Waka | About Ministry of Transport

Te Manatū Waka, Ministry of Transport, is the system leader for the transport sector whether it’s on land, at sea, in the air, or connecting Aotearoa to the world. We are the government’s principal adviser on transport policy, regulation and investment and play a crucial role in ensuring the transport system is working to improve the prosperity for New Zealanders.

At Te Manatū Waka, we pride ourselves on being a small, agile, and friendly Ministry, which maintains a work culture based on our values – Bold, Invested and Collaborative. Our modern offices located in the heart of the waterfront further enhances the Ministry’s working environment.

Ngā whakamārama mō te tūnga | About the opportunity

The Insights, Data & Evaluation team are seeking a Data Analyst and a Senior Data Analyst to join their team. As an analyst in this team you will find no day is the same. We don’t just report on transport statistics – an analyst in the Insights, Data & Evaluation team undertakes research and analysis of complex and sensitive issues to bring evidence and insights into transport decisions.

Be part of a team that goes beyond the reporting of data to provide expert insights, data and evaluation for policy and strategy advice.

Key responsibilities include:

Establishing and developing productive relationships with other transport sector agencies and the wider government sector
Taking the lead and project managing analytic work
Undertaking complex policy issues, leading development of innovative, practical and robust modelling and analysis, and providing authoritative advice often in areas that are complex and sensitive.
Assisting in the implementation of a data, insights & evaluation strategy across the transport sector

Te wāhi ki a koe | What you’ll bring

You don’t have to be in working in the public sector to have the skills that we need. Instead, you need experience in working with large databases, problem-solving complex issues, and providing high quality analytics. You will provide expert and accurate advice using statistical and graphical techniques of data and be able to present this in different formats to different audiences.

The successful candidates will require the following skills and experience:

Strong background and experience in data and analytics
A demonstrated ability to think conceptually, and to translate new and emerging ideas into evidence-based insights and analysis.
An understanding of data, databases and/or analytical tools (such as R, SAS, PowerBi, Tableau).
Effective communicator
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to a broad range of audiences

Te wāhi ki a mātou | What we offer

In addition to our small and friendly office discreetly located on the wharf, we also offer a supportive and flexible work environment, individual development plans, Ministry leave days, laptop and mobile, a range of health and wellbeing benefits including wellbeing days and an annual Wellness payment, discounted insurances, EAP, a welcoming employee network + more.

Some of our office facilities include plenty of storage for bicycles/scooters, personal secure lockers, collaborative workspaces and showers.

In our diverse and inclusive environment, our people grow their agile mindset, learn, evolve, and utilise their skills, while being empowered to make decisions.

Whānuitanga Utu ā-Tau | Salary range

The salary range for the Senior Data Analyst is $108,126–$120,000.

The salary range for the Data Analyst is $79,078–$88,000.

The salary offered will be based on skills and experience.

Me pēhea te tono mai | How to apply

Please submit your application online including a cover letter and CV.

You will find a copy of the Job Description attached or online at

Applications close midnight,29 April 2024

For further information or to speak confidentially, please contact Recruitment Adviser, Kitty McCool at k.mccool@transport.govt.nz.

We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a Ministry that represents the wider Aotearoa that we serve. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.

Please note unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

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