Data and Evidence Opportunities | Wellington | Permanentat Ministry of Social Development79,200 - 95,873
Use data and evidence to improve outcomes for disabled people and their whānauTurn complex information into clear, accessible insights for decision makers and communitiesBe part of a collaborative team shaping how DSS uses data, analytics and evidenceBring your skills in analysis, reporting, business intelligence, or strategic data advice to meaningful work that supports system transformation across Disability Support Services (DSS).
We're recruiting for a range of roles across DSS and are keen to hear from people at different stages of their data and analytics careers.About our team | Mō te tīma:The Disability Support Services (DSS) Group is responsible for commissioning, funding, and stewarding high
-quality services that support disabled people, their families, and whānau.We're building leadership and management capacity across our teams to deliver both change and business-as-usual effectively.We work closely with providers, stakeholders, and communities to ensure services are fair, consistent, transparent and sustainable.
With a strong focus on performance monitoring, data, and insights, we're committed to continuous improvement and evidence-based decision-making.It's an exciting time to join DSS as we strengthen our systems and expand our capabilities.We're looking for passionate people to help us achieve our goals and make a meaningful impact.About the role | Mō te tūnga:There are roles across the Data and Evidence team and the Quality Assurance and Improvement team.
Our roles contribute to evidence-informed decision making and data driven improvement across DSS.You'll work with both internal DSS data, and linked data from across the system, developing analysis, reporting and insights that support operational delivery, policy development, performance monitoring, and public accountability.Depending on the role, you may focus on hands on data analysis and reporting, business intelligence and performance dashboards, or providing strategic advice on data stewardship, governance and analytics capability.You'll work closely with the manager, analysts, advisors, service delivery teams, and external partners, including the disability community, to ensure insights are useful, accessible, and meaningful.Responsibilities may include:Extracting, transforming and analysing data using tools like Power BI, Excel, and SQLDesigning and delivering reports, dashboards and insights that support operational, policy and strategic decision makingTranslating complex data into clear, accessible information for non technical audiencesSupporting outcomes measurement, performance monitoring, and reporting across DSS and providersProviding data and analysis to support Official Information Act, Ministerial and Ombudsman requestsApplying analytical frameworks, models and critical thinking to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvementStrengthening quality assurance by documenting team processes, contributing to improved tools and frameworks, and providing peer review and quality controlSupporting strategic data initiatives, including data governance, stewardship and system developmentWe value diversity and welcome applications from disabled people and those who have lived experience with whānau, or the disability community.Please contact us if there is any support that we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is accessible to you.What you bring | Ōu pūmanawatanga:You'll be curious, collaborative and motivated by using data to make a difference.
Depending on the role, you'll also bring a mix of the following skills and experience such as:The ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non technical audiencesProven experience in data and information analysis, statistics and insight developmentExperience working with large, complex datasets and integrating data from multiple sourcesProficiency in tools such as Power BI, Excel (including advanced formulas and Power Query), SQL, SAS, R or PythonExperience designing dashboards, reports and visualisations that support performance and outcomes measurementStrong analytical, conceptual and critical thinking skillsExperience designing and documenting processes, including process mapsAn understanding of research, evidence and analysis methodologies, including emerging approachesExperience working in or with the public sector, with knowledge of service delivery, policy or performance contextsProven stakeholder management skills and the ability to work collaboratively in cross functional teamsThe ability to manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgement and operate effectively in a fast paced environmentPosition Description | He Whakaahuatanga Tūnga:Copies of the position descriptions can be found here:Data Analyst Quality Improvement (Wellington only)Advisor Data and Evidence (Wellington or Dunedin)Analyst Data and Evidence (Wellington or Dunedin)Business Reporting Analyst (Wellington or Dunedin)Salary | Utu-ā-tau: $79,200.00- $95,873.00Applications close | Ka kati ngā tono hei te: Monday 30 March 2026.About us | Mō mātou:The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is a people-centred organisation.
We're in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities.Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve.
We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono:Before you submit your application, please take a moment to review our guidance to understand how AI can best support your application.
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This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.Joining us | Ko te hono mai:Joining MSD means being part of a whānau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents.We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment.
We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity.You can find out more about our values here.If you have any support or accessibility requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.