Head of Analysis and Insights

3 weeks ago


Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Mō te tūnga | About the role
The Head of Analysis and Insights will lead a team of digital analysts to extract and interpret data, providing valuable datasets and insights to key stakeholders within Defence Digital Group and across NZDF. These insights will enable stakeholders to make improvements to business performance and inform operational decisions.
You will lead the group's business planning and budgeting process, including providing input into the development of service costing models, periodical financial reporting and forecasting process, and other performance metrics. This analysis will be used by Business Owners and other stakeholders to prioritize and optimize resources within their respective fiscal envelope.
The role will also contribute to the development of frameworks and policies that provide good analysis on the use of technology resources.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience
To be considered for this role, the following skills and experiences are necessary:

- A minimum of 10 years' experience delivering business analysis and insights, with at least 3 years leading business analysis and insights teams.
- Extensive experience in business analysis and insights, statistics, including the ability to present analysed data in a clear and concise manner that can be easily understood by stakeholders.
- A broad knowledge of modern analytical and costing tools, and proficiency in their set-up and stakeholder use.
- A strong understanding of ICT products and services, particularly in a cloud-based environment.
- Experience leading teams that operate in highly complex environments with poignant us of methods and workflows.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder influencing skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels across the organisation.
- Collaborative working style with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, business owners, external suppliers, and other stakeholders.
- Understanding of All-of-Government requirements and experience working within the machinery of government.

This role is based in Wellington CBD. Once you have undergone training and are up to speed, there is the option of flexible working arrangements.
Mō mātou | About Us
Defence Digital Group supports more than 14,000 personnel on seven continents, often in geographically remote or hostile environments, using a range of satellite and terrestrial systems. We provide information, communications and technology (ICT) support to mission and intelligence, as well as providing support to essential corporate functions such as logistics, human resources and finance. Our colleagues in the Navy, Army, Airforce and Joint Forces rely on us for the technology they use on platforms (eg planes, helicopters, vehicles, ships and military bases). We support our operational environments, across a range of domains, including cyber, to ensure the safety and security of Aotearoa/New Zealand.
Every hour of every day, 365 days of the year, the New Zealand Defence Force is contributing to the defence, security and well-being of Aotearoa / New Zealand. As a modern, professional military, it is our goal to maintain well-trained, equipped and disciplined armed forces that can react to crisis at short notice.
Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you
In return for your expertise, dedication and hard work, NZDF is offering remuneration reflective of your experience, along with:

- Great benefits for you and your family.
- Full time ongoing work.
- Fully funded life cover up to $300,000.
- Access to holiday accommodation across NZ.
- Discounts Handbook for selected retail, entertainment and service providers.
- 5 weeks annual leave per year.
- Flexible working environment and positive culture.
- Variety, challenge and a chance to influence.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply
To view the Position Description and to Apply, please use the links on this page.

**Please note**:

- Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.

Applications close on Tuesday 5 March 2024.
**Please note**: Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ) and be able to obtain and maintain the required level of NZ Government security clearance for the position applied for. The minimum citizenship and residency criteria for security clearances to be granted by the NZ Defence Force are as follows:
Higher level Security Clearance
- most preferably a NZ citizen who has resided continuously in this country for the last 10 years, OR
- is a citizen of, and/or has resided continuously in one or more of the following countries for the last 10 years: either Australia, Canada, NZ, UK or the USA; and has a background history that is verifiable and can be assessed as appropriate by the NZSIS towards a recommendation of suitability for a security clearance at a higher level.



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