Data Broker | Takawaenga Raraunga

Fixed term until 30 June 2027Based in Wellington or ChristchurchAbout Us | Ko mātou Stats 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 koe We encourage you to go to our careers site to learn more about the Way We Work at Stats NZ and check out our benefits. We want working for us… to work for you!! Starting salary: $ 96,307 to $ 113,303 + SuperannuationOther benefits of joining Stats NZ include: Balance life and work commitments  Develop and grow your career (coaching, training, study support, secondments) Contribute to meaningful work that makes a difference to all people in Aotearoa  3 extra annual leave days (taken during Christmas office closure) City based offices in Wellington or Christchurch that cater to a variety of working styles and needs, including state-of-the-art, 6-star green building in Wellington.The role | Te tūngaThis fixed term role will support a Stats NZ project to develop and deliver several updated macroeconomic measures, including collecting and reporting on a monthly Consumers Price Index from the start of 2027.In This Role, You WillCollect information needs and data requirements from teams across Stats NZNegotiate requirements between data suppliers and Stats NZ, with a focus on feasibility, viability, desirability, legality, and ethicsOversee, govern, capture, and validate information about data and data qualityCoordinate data acquisition as part of Stats NZ’s work on Social Investment and the Integrated Data InfrastructureWork closely with Stats NZ’s legal, privacy and data security teamsWhat you bring | Nōu te rourouTo be successful in this role you will need:  In-depth understanding of data and data quality3-5 years’ experience in data sourcing or contract management Excellent communication skills, both written and oral Experience turning technical data requirements into contracts  The ability to adapt and deal with ambiguity Attention to detailExperience building and maintaining strong stakeholder/customer relationshipsDemonstrated customer centricity.Demonstrated advocacy for, or support of, diversity and inclusion.Familiarity or commitment to developing understanding of Te Tiriti, Tikanga, Te Reo, Te Ao MāoriHow to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tonoIf this sounds like you, click on the Apply now button to be redirected 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. The job may close before the advertised closing date depending on application numbers.  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 recruitment@stats.govt.nz  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.