Advisor – Data Labs | Kaitohutohu – Taiwhanga Raraunga

Job title: Advisor – Data Labs | Kaitohutohu – Taiwhanga Raraunga

Company: New Zealand Government


Job description: Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this roleAs an Advisor for the Data Lab, you will be accountable for the management of microdata access services and relationship coordination between Statistics New Zealand and researchers using our microdata access services.

• Support internal & external researchers use of our microdata access services
• Coordinate Stats NZ’s handling of requests to use microdata
• Ensure security and confidentiality requirements for the use of microdata are met
• Contribute to meaningful work that makes a difference to all people in Aotearoa

About Us | Ko mātouStats NZ | Tatauranga Aotearoa is a Central Government employer of 1200+ people across Aotearoa. We provide data and statistics to support the decisions of Government, Māori and Iwi organisations, businesses, NGOs, and New Zealanders. Our work is About Aotearoa, for Aotearoa – data that improves lives today and for generations to come. We welcome every gender, ethnicity, ability, religion, age, and background and encourage all our people to be their authentic selves.What’s in it for you? | Ngā hua ka riro ki a koeWe encourage you to go to our to learn more about the Way We Work at Stats NZ and check out our . We want working for us… to work for you!!Salary: $ 72,944 – $ 97,234 + superannuationOther benefits include:

• Balance life and work commitments
• Develop and grow your career (coaching, training, study support, secondments)
• 3 extra annual leave days (taken during Christmas office closure)
• City based offices that cater to a variety of working styles and needs

The role | Te tūngaThis role is based in the Wellington CBD area and is a unique opportunity to be a part of creating better outcomes for New Zealander’s. Reporting to the Manager – Data Labs, you will work in the Data Operations & Infrastructure branch of Insights & Statistics. The Data Lab Advisor plays a key role in supporting researchers through the end-to-end process of accessing and using the Data Lab and the Integrated Data Infrastructure (IDI). This includes guiding applicants through the approval process, managing project variations, and assisting with technical and compliance-related queries. Advisors provide training on secure data access, confidentiality requirements, and best practices to ensure researchers can work effectively within the Data Lab environment.Advisors act as the main point of contact for customers, ensuring a smooth experience while maintaining strict adherence to security and privacy protocols. They also contribute to process improvements and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance the overall Data Lab service.Key Responsibilities:

• Client Engagement: Collaborate with researchers and clients to understand their data needs and deliver customised statistical datasets.
• Data Access Management: Ensure secure, efficient management of microdata access services, maintaining high standards of data confidentiality.
• Relationship Coordination: Serve as the primary liaison between Statistics New Zealand and researchers, fostering strong relationships and smooth communication.
• Community Engagement: Promote the value of official statistics across various sectors in New Zealand, highlighting available statistical products and services.
• Support and Guidance: Provide expert advice and support to researchers, helping them effectively navigate and utilise microdata services.

Our ideal candidate will bring the following:

• Academic Background: A good tertiary academic record, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience: 2-3 years in a customer-facing role.
• Customer Focus: Understand and anticipate customer needs, deliver value, and maintain a customer-centric mindset to implement process improvements.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to think beyond existing processes to create innovative solutions.
• Technical Skills: Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of tools.
• Presentation Skills: Capable of professionally presenting and leading training sessions.
• Working Style: Resilient, flexible, and agile.
• Have familiarity with, or a commitment to learn and understand, Te Tiriti, Tikanga, Te Ao and Te Reo Māori.
• Demonstrated or encouraged diversity and inclusion in and/or outside of work.

What you bring | Nōu te rourouWe understand transferable skills can come from experience gained from outside of work. We encourage you to share all relevant experience irrespective of where it was gained in your application.We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and lifting our cultural capability. You don’t need to be knowledgeable in all these areas already, but you do need to be on board with learning and have a genuine interest and willingness to grow on this journey with us.Tell us about yourself in your cover letter, what attracted you to this role, and what you would bring to Stats NZ.How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tonoIf this sounds like you, click on the Apply now button to be redirect to the application page on our careers site. The position description is located on the right-hand side of the page.We will be screening applications as we receive them to move swiftly to interview. You may be asked to complete a pre-interview screen via phone or video. Please let us know in your application if we need to make any specific accommodations during our process.Please reach out to if you have any questions.You must have the right to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand. Background and various pre-employment checks are part of our recruitment process.Note to Recruitment Agencies: unsolicited CVs will not be accepted.

Expected salary: $72944 – 97234 per year

Location: Wellington

Job date: Tue, 11 Feb 2025 02:48:39 GMT

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