Te āhuatunga a te tūranga/About the Role

Do you have a mind for numbers and an appetite to make a difference? Do you want to work in a place where data is valued and is making a difference? Do you want to learn from the best in a team known to have a focus on mentoring? Make your first opportunity your best opportunity and join The Ministry of Justice’s Sector Analysis and Modelling team.

•    Have exposure to government leading analytics practices and methodology
•    Work alongside high performing colleagues in a strong mentoring environment
•    Make a real difference to a safe and effective justice system

Mō te tīma/About our Team

At Tāhū o te Ture – the Ministry of Justice, we’re committed to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa.

Joining the Ministry of Justice means you will become part of an inclusive organisation that values you and the communities we serve. It’s our promise to ensure our workplace is one where our people feel healthy and safe, supported and able to be themselves at work. We value respect as the foundation for building a positive workplace culture and one where diversity is welcomed and celebrated.

He pūkenga tou/Skills and Experience

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated analyst from a quantitative background to join a high performing team of analysts and modellers making a difference in the Justice Sector. You may be a graduate looking for your first opportunity or an aspiring analyst looking for the next step. The ideal candidate for this role will have a degree in a quantitative discipline and have experience with coding using a range of technical and statistical tools.

You’ll love data and will understand a range of techniques for making it sing. You will need to be able to manage your time well and show high quality output. A positive can-do attitude is important, and you will be willing to do what it takes to get the job done. Importantly your work will demonstrate attention to detail and show that you take responsibility for the quality of your own work.

Salary Range: $53,414 – $75,407

Tono mai/How to Apply

To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter. We do not take applications sent via email. 

Applications close on Friday 22 January 2021

If you have any questions please contact Lyndsey Rothwell for more information on [email protected] and use reference number: MOJ/1504841

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.