Data Analyst - Data Analytics and Modelling | Flexible

Job Description

Fixed Term or Secondment opportunity to 30 September 2026

This role is a fixed term position in response to increased demand within our high priority work programmes. We are surging in people and resources in response to these priorities.

Mō te tūranga mahi | About the role   

We are looking for an experienced Data Analyst to join the Data Analytics and Modelling team that sits within the Strategy, Stewardship and Performance business group. 

We have an exciting opportunity to continue develop the Ministry's data analytics and modelling capacity in support of several priority policy and reporting programmes. 

This role is pivotal in accessing, analysing, and presenting data in an innovative and digestible manner. This will involve: 

• Engagement with Ministry business groups to clearly identify desired products 

• Contributing to the development of code-based processes for analysis and product creation 

• Supporting the delivery and showcase of final products 

• Capability development and continued support for the JEDI business group. 

This role may also require working with the system stakeholders to transform the way in which environmental data is collected, managed, accessed, and used. This will involve: 

• Engagement with internal stakeholders to clearly identify data requirements and outcomes 

• Supporting the translation of Ministry data needs into national data schemas 

• Supporting cross-agency consultation on data and data system requirements 

• Implementing data access between system stakeholders and the Ministry's data access team. 

As a Data Analyst you will have the opportunity to lead the delivery of specific aspects of our work programme, including holding project level relationships with internal and external stakeholders. 

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience   

• Experience or knowledge with code-based analytics (R, Python, Snowflake, and/or SQL). 

• Understanding the basics of transforming business requirements into data products. 

• Knowledge of data systems and the data lifecycle concepts. 

• Innovative thinking – bring fresh thinking and receptive to other ideas and ways of working. 

• Sound communication skills and the ability to cultivate relationships and partnerships. 

• Experience contributing to data and technical projects. 

• Focus on action – can cut through complexity or ambiguity to meet goals. 

• Significant drive to continually grow and develop. 

Whānuitanga Utu ā-Tau | Salary range  

Salary range for this role is $80,712 to $97,721 pa.  Appointment within this range will be based on skills and experience.  

Ngā hua ka puta i te mahi ki MfE | Benefits of working at MfE  

• a flexible working approach to embrace a healthy work-life blend 
• agile ways of working, allowing you variety and challenges across the organisation as we work as ‘One MfE' 
• active employee networks including Māori Rōpū, Asian Network, Neurodivergent and Disability Networks, Women's Network, Tagata Moana (Pacific Peoples' Network), and Rainbow Network 
• opportunities for development and education.           

Check out other benefits of joining us and hear what our people say about Working at MfE | Ministry for the Environment.  

Tono ināianei | Apply now  

Apply directly by completing the online application form and submit your CV and cover letter.  Note: your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key skills required for this role.     

If you require further information about this position please contact dan.elder@mfe.govt.nz.  The position description is available via our careers centre www.mfe.govt.nz/jobs.  

The location for this role is flexible which means you can work anywhere in New Zealand and there is an option to work from home.  As a flexible friendly employer, we are happy to discuss solutions that may work for you and the business.  We value and care about enabling our people to work in a way that means they can work at their best.   

We are committed to providing equal opportunities and actively strive to be a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture.  We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.  We are proud to be a Rainbow Tick and Gender Tick certified organisation and are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for everyone.   

We want to ensure any accessibility needs you may have are well supported, so the recruitment process is fair and equitable for all.  Therefore, please let us know if there are any adjustments or support we can offer to make the recruitment process more accessible to you.  Please contact us at vacancy@mfe.govt.nz if you would like to discuss any accessibility needs you may have.  

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.  

Note: for internal permanent kaimahi who are applying for a secondment, you must speak with your Manager before submitting your application.

Rā Katinga | Applications close:   Sunday, 24 May 2026

Please note that the Ministry for the Environment (MfE) and it's workforce will transition into the new Ministry of Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport (MCERT) on 1 July 2026. Therefore, the successful applicant's employment would be transferred from MfE to MCERT as at 1 July, along with other Ministry kaimahi. Further details on what this means will be made available during the interview process.