Principal Advisor, Digital And Insights

• Make a positive impact within a brand-new central agency
• Work in a collaborative environment that values your professional input
• Use your expertise to drive modern practice across the Ministry

This is a full-time permanent role based in central Wellington

About the Ministry for Regulation:

The Ministry for Regulation is a newly established small government agency with a big job to do.

We're here to improve the quality of regulation so all New Zealanders can flourish. We lead the regulatory management system (the set of policies, institutions, processes and tools employed by central government to pursue and maintain good quality regulation) and contribute to the design and operation of individual regulatory systems.

We are a small group of dedicated professionals, working in a 'can do' environment.

About the role:

Are you ready to play a key role in shaping the future of digital transformation? We are looking for a talented Principal Advisor, Digital and Insights to join our team within the Ministry.

Reporting to the Head of Digital and Insights, this influential role will combine your technical expertise and strategic planning to drive the use of M365 and AI tools. You will help enhance productivity and efficiency, working closely with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement and recommend process enhancements. You will leverage M365 and AI tools to optimise processes and drive innovation, work collaboratively with teams across the Ministry to implement solutions, build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, and communicate complex technical information in an easy-to-understand manner to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. This is a real chance to make an impact while developing your career in a forward-thinking environment.

About you:

• Proven experience with information management, M365 technical roles including SharePoint, Power Automate, Power BI
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with a keen attention to detail
• Expertise in data visualisation, reporting, and statistical analysis
• Proficiency in Azure and Dynamics is ideal
• Excellent communication skills, able to convey complex information to technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience with data modelling and database design and familiarity with data warehousing concepts
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment
• Quick to adapt to new technologies and methodologies
• Experience in mentoring, coaching and developing team members
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; a Master’s degree is a plus.

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to be directly involved as we stand up a new central agency
• Work within a dedicated and supportive team, with a strong delivery focus, who values diversity of thought and knowledge sharing is encouraged
• An opportunity to build a wide range of transferable skills and knowledge quickly that will benefit you throughout your career
• Flexible working options.

Please see the job description here: Principal Advisor, Digital and Insights

Salary range: $127,142 - $168,973 dependent on skills and experience.

How to apply:

Please click the 'Apply Now' button and provide all the necessary information.

For further information please contact people@regulation.govt.nz.

Applications close on Thursday 5 December 2024.