Senior Data and Reporting Analyst

• Help shape New Zealand’s development impact
• Lead complex reporting work
• Wellington based permanent positions

Join a team at the heart of New Zealand’s international development efforts and help turn complex data into insights that inform strategic decisions and global impact.

About the role - Kōrero mō te tūranga

The Development Policy and Performance Division provides strategic direction, governance and quality assurance for New Zealand’s International Development Cooperation (IDC) Programme. The Division ensures the IDC Programme is well planned, effectively monitored, delivers results, and meets international and domestic accountability standards.

As the Senior Data and Reporting Analyst, you will be part of the Portfolio Management Unit (PMU), a central business unit responsible for planning, performance management, risk oversight, and reporting across the IDC Programme.

This is a influential role providing expert data, reporting and business intelligence advice across PDG. You will lead complex reporting work, support evidence-based decision making at senior levels, and provide leadership on reporting tools, systems and data quality.

As a Senior Data and Reporting Analyst, you will:

• Provide expert advice on budget analytics, performance reporting and results monitoring for the IDC Programme
• Design, develop and manage high quality technical reports for senior leaders, Ministers and external stakeholders
• Deliver insightful data analysis that supports strategic decision making and continuous improvement
• Provide expert guidance on the Ministry’s Aid Management System (Enquire), reporting layers and data warehouse
• Lead and advise on reporting change requests, service incidents and system enhancements
• Meet international reporting obligations (including OECD DAC) and strengthen transparency and accountability
• Assist with the management of external suppliers and panels, ensuring strong delivery and compliance
• Develop innovative approaches to presenting data and communicating results
• Maintain reporting documentation, guidance and training materials
• Develop innovative approaches to presenting data and communicating results
• Monitor and improve data quality across PDG systems and reports
• Maintain reporting documentation, guidance and training materials
• Provide leadership and mentoring to Data and Reporting Analyst(s)

You will also contribute to broader policy and programme work, including supporting monitoring and evaluation, humanitarian response monitoring, ministerial servicing, and international engagement activities as required.

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

The salary range for this role is $127,417 to midpoint $149,902 total remuneration, inclusive of our KiwiSaver employer contribution. We expect to appoint around depending on your level of experience.

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

•  Significant experience in data analytics, reporting and business intelligence, ideally in a complex public‑sector or policy environment
• Advanced skills in report development, data analysis and performance monitoring
• Advanced capability in data visualisation and analytics tools, with experience developing and validating dashboards and translating complex data into clear insights (e.g., Power BI, SQL, MS Excel).
• Strong technical understanding of enterprise reporting systems, data warehouses and data governance
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex data into clear, audience‑focused insights
• Experience advising senior leaders and working across organisational boundaries
• Proven leadership capability, including coaching and mentoring others
• Sound judgement, political awareness and strong stakeholder management skills
• A commitment to public service values, Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations, and inclusive ways of working
• Experience with international development, results‑based management, or large‑scale programme reporting will be highly regarded.

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 recruitment@mfat.govt.nz

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

You must be able to obtain and maintain a CONFIDENTIAL 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 CONFIDENTIAL. 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 midnight on Monday, 6 April 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.