Business Analyst | Fixed term

New Zealand Government

  • Wairarapa, Wellington Wellington
  • $78,222-94,689 per year
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 3 hours ago
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
  • Lead planning and reporting for a high-impact accessibility project
  • Fixed term, full time opportunity
  • Collaborate across teams to design practical, scalable solutions
Help shape a more inclusive future — join Whaikaha as a Business Analyst and drive digital transformation through innovation and AI.Mō te tūnga | About the role:As the Business Analyst you'll play an important part in delivering an important and complex project for Whaikaha. The project responds to the need for an accessible workplace with scalable, secure, and cost-effective systems that support operational efficiency and compliance with public sector digital standards.You'll be part of a team committed to innovation and inclusion, and, as a member of our pilot AI group, you'll help us explore how AI can accelerate delivery and improve outcomes.This is a fixed term role ending 30 June 2026.Key responsibilities include:
  • Coordinating and supporting project planning, reporting, and delivery
  • Tracking progress and preparing project documentation
  • Conducting gap analysis and designing practical solutions
  • Assessing the impact of changes and measuring benefits
  • Supporting budgeting and financial processes
  • Collaborating with stakeholders across the organisation
  • Applying AI tools to improve workflow efficiency and decision-making
Mōu | About you:
  • Proven experience in business analysis and coordination roles, ideally in the public sector
  • Confidence in tracking progress, preparing project plans and reports
  • Familiarity with gap analysis, solution design, and benefit measurement
  • Strong prioritisation skills, initiative, and ability to meet deadlines in a busy environment
  • Knowledge of business systems, tools, budgeting, and financial processes
  • Comfort using AI tools like Microsoft Copilot to support your work and improve efficiency is desirable.
To undertake this role successfully you will either be a disabled person or you will be able to establish credibility and trust with the disability community.Position Description | He Whakaahuatanga Tūnga:The job description can be found here:Salary | Utu-ā-tau: $78,222.00 - $94,689.00Mō mātou | About us:At Whaikaha, we want an Aotearoa New Zealand where Deaf and disabled people and tāngata whaikaha Māori are thriving.As a Ministry we are dedicated to this goal, working with government, businesses, and communities to drive real change.We do this by investing in disability communities, providing strategic and policy advice across government, monitoring how well services are working, and identifying new, exciting opportunities to make a difference.We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive environment.Ka kati ngā tono hei te | Applications close: Sunday 14 September 2025.Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply:Click the 'Apply' button to complete the online form, or let's kōrero about what you need to feel supported in your application. For example, you may prefer to use video instead of a traditional CV and cover letter, or you might want whānau or a friend to tell us about you.Contact us about the best way for you to apply by emailing: PeopleandCulture@whaikaha.govt.nz.If you work for Whaikaha please apply through the myHR portal so that your employee profile is visible as an internal candidate.

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