Performance Analyst, Contract Management

Performance Analyst, Contract Analyst

• Exciting opportunity to evolve the new asset management model
• Work with our neighbours in the Pacific on important mahi
• Wellington based with periodic overseas travel

Play an integral part of continuing to embed and evolve the new asset management model into the Ministry.

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role  

The role has been deliberately structured to complement the services (strategy, data management, planning, in-country management, delivery of trades, training and development and financial performance) that an outsourced provider will bring and as such a key area of responsibility will be to drive performance improvement of both Downer and MFAT to ensure the sustainable and enduring success of the new arrangement.

• Support the Facilities Management (FM) Performance Manager to ensure that comprehensive contract management and reporting systems are in place and complied.
• Undertake analysis and reporting of changes in the nominated commercial contract that will include potential financial impacts.
• Compile and calculate monthly measures of contractor performance.
• Act as a subject matter expert for contract analysis and asset performance measurement.

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

The salary range for this role is between $87,672 and $103,143 total remuneration, inclusive of our 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution.  Negotiable depending on skills and experience.

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

We’d like to hear from you if you are an experienced professional with the following skills and experience:

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships across diverse groups.
• Must have experience in developing and producing governance papers and reports.
• Must have strong financial, budget management and data analytic skills.
• Must have excellent contract administration experience, including developing contract notices and tracking contract changes.

Ideally you will also have a good understanding of tikanga (Māori customs and protocols), with the ability to weave te ao Māori (the Māori worldview) into your work. 

If you are just starting on this journey that’s OK too – as long as you have a willingness to learn and a desire to develop your cultural capability.  As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, this is important to us and we offer training and support. 

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

We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options.  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. 

You can find out more about our staff networks and our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here

Mō mātou - About us

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. 

Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?

Apply today with your CV and cover letter.

For a confidential discussion please contact Andrea Amato.

To be considered for this position you must be a New Zealand Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a NZ Government National Security clearance at Confidential level.

Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a Confidential security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:

http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool

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

Applications close at 9pm on Wednesday 29th of January 2025.

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.