Senior People Data and Insights Advisor

Are you passionate about using data to drive business outcomes?
- Salary range between $92,450 - $116,985 depending on skills and experience.
- Permanent role, flexible on location.

**Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Turoa**

The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature spaces and species across Aotearoa.

Tangata whenua are inextricably linked to the whenua and te taiao, and we desire a future where whanau, hapu and iwi can thrive in their role as rangatira and kaitiaki.

To tatou taiao. To tatou hitori. He taonga tuturu no Aotearoa. Maioha rawatia. Poipoia rawatia. Tukua.

Our nature. Our history. It's New Zealand's unique legacy. Enjoy it. Enrich it. Pass it on.

**He angitutanga | About the role**

This is a newly created role within our newly established People and Culture Hub, designed to make it easier for DOC kaimahi to access People and Culture services and receive support.

You will play a key role in offering insightful data analysis guidance and making recommendations to enhance our people systems. As part of the People & Culture team, you will be involved in an exciting transformation journey, helping to shape new ways of working and promoting collaboration across teams.

Some of the key responsibilities;
- Collaborate with the Chief People Officer (CPO) and other stakeholders to provide data-driven insights to improve people system performance. Provide key workforce insights and ensure accurate, timely reporting for leadership and statutory requirements.
- Support the preparation of responses to Official Information Act (OIA) requests, Parliamentary Questions (WPQs), and statutory reporting requests. Provide actionable insights to the CPO, Principal Advisor, and the wider People & Culture team to support strategic planning.
- Identify and support initiatives to improve systems and processes, ensuring data-driven decision-making across the organisation.
- Help to cultivate a mature data culture within DOC by promoting best practices, sharing knowledge, and supporting the standardisation of data management and reporting practices.

**Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience**

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- good data analysis skills capable of not only understanding and interpreting data but also crafting clear, impactful insights and explanations
- ability to analyse and translate complex data into insightful, actionable recommendations
- strong communication skills, with the ability to tailor information to different audiences
- sound writing skills and ability to draft and produce content for presentations, papers and letter responses in collaboration with others
- sound understanding of public sector accountability, including responding to Official Information Act requests, Parliamentary questions, and Select Committee inquiries
- knowledge of information governance and compliance practices, including the Privacy Act and Public Service Commission reporting standards
- excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across teams and gain trust easily
- ability to collaborate across diverse teams and integrate information into clear, actionable insights
- strong analytical mindset with the ability to identify issues, address risks, and recommend improvements.

Desirable:

- Experience or exposure to people data and systems and understanding of a people function (human resources and organisational development).

**Nga ahuatanga kei a matou | What's in it for you?**

DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We're working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default. You can learn more about what we offer here.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.

The salary range for this position is $92,450 - $116,985 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.
- Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory - this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment._

Due to high volumes, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.

**Ra katinga | Applications close** at 11:59 pm on Wednesday, 8 January 2025.

**Taupanga | Job reference**: DOC/1835341