Principal Data & Business Analyst (Investments)

About the role

Te Puni Kōkiri's Investments team has created a new leadership position for a Principal Data & Business Analyst. The role leads investment reporting data, investment performance analysis, business intelligence and business analysis, supporting evidence-informed decisions and the stewardship of Te Puni Kōkiri's investment funds and programmes. It sits in the National Office, Wellington.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the production of investment reporting data, performance analysis, business intelligence and business analysis within the Investments team.
• Develop advanced Power BI reporting, performance frameworks and analytical products showing investment performance, funding allocation, provider outcomes and programme effectiveness.
• Work with the investment team, regional teams and key stakeholders to help leaders understand the impact of investments and find ways to improve outcomes for whānau, hapū and iwi.
• Drive continuous improvement through business analysis, process optimisation and automation.
• Integrate reporting and performance monitoring capabilities into Pīwawa, Te Puni Kōkiri's investment management system.

Required profile

• Seasoned data and business intelligence professional who turns complex information into strategic insights.
• Experience developing performance frameworks, reporting dashboards and solutions, and process improvements.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and analytical abilities.
• Experience in government or the public sector, an understanding of data governance and compliance, and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and kaupapa Māori approaches.

Required skills

• Advanced Power BI expertise
• Business analysis and business intelligence

What we offer

• Salary range of $124,242 to $138,046 depending on skills and experience (full grade $124,242 to $165,657).
• Allowances for childcare, optical, health and te reo Māori proficiency, plus medical insurance discounts.
• Flexible working options and in-house te reo Māori training.
• Staff development, career options and study assistance.
• Enhanced parental leave provisions.

Applications close on 15 November 2026 and must be submitted online; applications are accepted in Māori, English or both.