Lead Information Analyst

Lead Information Analyst 0.6 FTE for 9 months

• Capture, design and architect content across a global organisation
• Be part of a transformational work programme in an organisation that values knowledge, as a critical enabler
• Wellington based – 0.6 FTE Fixed Term role for 9 months

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role  

The Lead Information Analyst role sits within the Ministry’s Knowledge, Information and Analytics team.

In this role you will undertake information management discovery and design activities for the next phase of the Ministry Enterprise Content Management (ECM) Programme.

The focus of this role is to:

• undertake a stocktake of Ministry information to understand who uses it, and the associated legislative obligations that apply; then
•  support business case development through work on high-level information architecture and other information management deliverables.

You will join a multi-faceted, highly skilled team with accountability for:

• information and knowledge management;
• data and analytics; and
• history and heritage.

For more detail you can view a copy of the position description here.

The full FTE salary range for this role is $106,973 and $144,727 total remuneration, inclusive of our 3.5% KiwiSaver employer contribution (pro rata for part time). We expect to appoint around the midpoint of $125,850 depending on your level of experience.

The schedule of work is open to negotiation.

Who are we looking for? - Mā‎ wai te mahi nei?

• You love an intellectual challenge – thriving in complex environments
• You have a strong knowledge of best information analyst and architecture techniques and methods; and extensive practical experience applying that knowledge.
• Understanding of The Treaty of Waitangi/Te Tiriti, Te Reo Māori and Māori customs and protocols would be beneficial.   

Why MFAT? - Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere?

We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options consistent with guidance from the Public Service Commission.  Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.

MFAT is Rainbow Tick accredited. We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and a sense of belonging.  We welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds. 

About us - Mō mātou

Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous.  By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values.  We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world. 

To Apply/Interested? - Me pēhea te tuku tono

Apply today with your CV and cover letter.

For a confidential discussion please email Tracy Parsons at tracy.parsons@mfat.govt.nz.

To be considered for this position at Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade you must be a NZ citizen.

You must be able to obtain and maintain a National Security clearance. Ordinarily, to obtain this level of clearance candidates must have sufficient checkable background in countries where meaningful and reliable checks can be undertaken. Where requisite checks are unable to be made, the candidate application may not be able to be progressed.

Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a National Security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process: http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool

Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Wednesday 24th June 2026.

Please note: This is not a Foreign Policy/diplomatic role.  This is a ‘Corporate’ role (known here as a Specialist role) based in central Wellington, NZ.  

While it is not usual for specialist staff to be ‘posted’ outside of NZ, from time to time a specialist role overseas becomes available at one of our embassies, high commissions, missions or consulates. To be considered for one of these positions you would need to apply and be considered via a competitive recruitment process.

If you do have an interest in an MFAT foreign policy/diplomatic career, you would be welcome to apply for this either via our graduate recruitment or mid-level foreign policy recruitment campaigns.