This is an opportunity for you to play a key part in improving data and information management practices at Stats NZ to ensure New Zealanders have quality data and statistics. Opportunity: Work on projects and initiatives that aim to improve outcomes for all New Zealanders. Location: Permanent Christchurch, Wellington or Auckland based position. What's in it for you? | Nga 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! Salary: $82,988 - $110,825 + superannuation Other benefits of joining our Stats whanau include: Balance life and work commitments with family-friendly hours. An environment where we can all be leaders, where your ideas and input are encouraged. 3 extra annual leave days (taken during Christmas office closure). City based offices that cater to a variety of working styles and needs. State of the art, 6-star green building in Wellington. The role | Te tunga: As Senior Advisor - Data Management, you will report to the Unit Manager Data and Information Management and work closely with the Data and Information Management team and teams across the Strategic Data Management branch. You are accountable for providing thought leadership to improve data and information management practices at Stats NZ. You will lead the provision of advice and services to internal and external customers and stakeholders on best practice, overseeing a range of duties to manage data, records, and other information resources. Initially, a key focus area will be on Data Acquisition, working closely with Data Brokers, Senior Business Analysts, and teams across the organisation. Key responsibilities include: Partnering with internal and external customers and stakeholders to provide best practice data and information management advice and support. Researching complex issues and developing practical solutions. Leading work in data management. Learning on the job. Supporting and coaching Data and Information Management Advisors. Applying your knowledge of Maori tikanga to your work. What you bring | Nou te rourou: Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline such as information management, data, or records management. Experience as a Data and/or Information Management Advisor with a strong understanding of data/information management. Strong understanding of metadata standards, implementation, and management. Experience managing data as an asset throughout the data lifecycle, particularly in data acquisition activities. Good understanding of data management principles, familiarity with data models, and experience implementing best practice. Excellent relationship-building skills, translating customer needs into practical initiatives. Good communication skills, sharing technical data management knowledge with diverse audiences. Willingness to learn about Te Tiriti, Tikanga, Te Reo, and Te Ao Maori. Support for an inclusive workplace and engagement with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives. Active demonstration of The Way We Work principles. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and lifting our cultural capability. You don't need to be knowledgeable in all these areas already, but you do need to be on board with learning and have a genuine interest in growing with us. About Us | Ko matou: 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, Maori 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. How to apply | Me pehea te tuku tono: If this sounds like you, tell us how your experience relates to the points above with specific examples in your CV or Cover letter then 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 shortly after the advert closes. 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 ****** 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr