Data Product Owner at Natural Hazards Commission Toka Tū Ake , Canterbury

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

About the role | Mō te mahi

We are looking for an experienced Data Product Owner to lead the ongoing development and improvement of NHC’s data products. You will work directly with data to understand problems, define practical solutions, validate outcomes, and improve the quality and usefulness of NHC’s data.

Reporting to the Head of Data Systems, you will connect business needs, partner challenges and strategic priorities with practical data solutions. You will shape product priorities, strengthen data quality and governance, and bring together business and technical expertise to resolve complex issues. Working closely with teams across NHC, insurers and other partners, you will help ensure our data is secure, trusted and fit for purpose.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage and continuously improve NHC’s data products, including data supplied by insurers and other partners.
• Work directly with data throughout the lifecycle—from analysis and issue investigation through to documenting changes and enhancements, testing changes, and confirming data quality.
• Shape product roadmaps and priorities by translating business and partner needs into clear requirements and planned improvements.
• Bring together business and technical expertise to investigate and resolve complex data and technical issues.
• Lead initiatives that strengthen data quality, governance, stewardship and accountability.
• Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders, insurers, service providers and industry partners.
• Identify and progress responsible AI opportunities that improve data products, data quality and business outcomes.

Skills & Experience| Ngā pukenga me ngā wheako

To be successful in this role you will bring:

• Five or more years’ experience in a similar data-focused role.
• Experience translating business needs and partner challenges into clear requirements, priorities and measurable outcomes.
• Strong data product management skills, including roadmap development, backlog management, prioritisation and continuous improvement.
• Experience identifying and resolving complex data and technical issues.
• Demonstrated experience improving data quality and embedding effective governance and stewardship practices.
• Strong stakeholder and third-party relationship management skills, with the ability to build trust, influence decisions and negotiate priorities.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills, including the ability to make technical information meaningful for different audiences.

What’s in it for you? | Nōu te rourou

• Competitive salary (including 3.5% superannuation)
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Commitment to your professional development (Professional Development fund)
• Wellbeing fund | Access to inhouse Wellness Coach
• Hybrid working environment
• IT home bundle

Why NHC Toka Tū Ake is a great place to work

Natural Hazards Commission Toka Tū Ake is an Aotearoa (NZ) Crown entity that invests in natural hazard research and education as well as providing natural hazard insurance to residential property owners.

NHC Toka Tū Ake mission is to reduce the impact on people and property when a natural hazard occurs while administering the natural hazard fund.

Our values define who we are; they influence the way we work with each other and the way we engage with homeowners, stakeholders and with communities, every day. 

• Connection – hononga
• Curiosity – māhirahira
• Confidence – māia

He aha te mea nui o te au – he tāngata he tāngata he tāngata

What is the most important thing in the world; it is people, it is people, it is people.

Our commitment is a diverse and inclusive workforce because we know our culture thrives when we get this right.

We make a difference for all New Zealanders and strive to increasingly reflect the diversity of communities we serve by including and valuing perspectives from all backgrounds including ethnicity, religion, gender, age, accessibility needs, sexual orientation, and national origin.

How to apply | Me pēhea te whakauru

For a more detailed understanding of the position or if you're ready to apply, please visit our Careers website by clicking Apply. If you have any questions about the role or require further information or assistance, please contact us at recruitment@naturalhazards.govt.nz

Applications close Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 12:00pm. 

Note: While we acknowledge that AI can be helpful, we want your application to represent you. Please ensure your CV and cover letter reflect your own voice and experiences.

Applications sent via email will not be accepted. We encourage you to apply early as we will be reviewing applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close this advertisement early.