Data and Insights Advisor at The University of Waikato, Waikato

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Use data to shape University strategy and decisions
• Collaborative team supporting evidence-based insights
• Flexible work and strong professional development

Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Play an important role in helping the University turn data into meaningful insights that inform planning, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement. Working as part of the Planning, Performance and Analytics (PPA) team, you will contribute to the University's enterprise reporting and evaluation activities.

This includes supporting the delivery of surveys and evaluation programmes, analysing data to identify trends and patterns, and producing clear reports and visualisations that translate complex information into accessible insights for decision-makers.

You will collaborate with colleagues across academic divisions, professional services, and Information Technology Services to ensure data is accurate, well understood, and aligned with organisational priorities. The role also contributes to important institutional reporting processes, including statutory reporting requirements.

This is an opportunity for a curious and analytical professional who enjoys working with data, engaging with stakeholders, and contributing to evidence-informed decision-making across a large and diverse organisation.

Salary will be in the range of $73,235 to $87,024 per year based on the skills, knowledge, and experience brought to the position. This is a full-time, permanent role based at our Hillcrest Campus in Hamilton.

For more information on the role, please see the position description. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Tim O'Brien, Director of Planning, Performance and Analytics, at tim.obrien@waikato.ac.nz. All applications must be submitted through the online portal - emailed applications will not be accepted.

Ko wai koe? - Who are you?

You are a curious and detail-oriented data professional who enjoys translating complex information into meaningful insights that support decision-making.

You bring strong analytical and problem-solving skills and are confident working with large and varied datasets. You have experience analysing data, developing reports or dashboards, and presenting findings in a clear and accessible way for different audiences.

You are comfortable engaging with stakeholders across an organisation to understand information needs, gather requirements, and deliver reporting outputs that support business priorities. Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical information to non-technical audiences will be key to your success in this role.

You will also bring excellent organisational skills, a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Experience with data analysis tools, statistical methods, or scripting languages such as SQL, Python, or R would be advantageous, as would experience in the tertiary education or public sector environment.

Ko wai mātou? - Who are we?

The Planning, Performance and Analytics (PPA) team provides an enterprise-wide capability for operational and strategic reporting, drawing primarily on centrally managed data held within the University's data warehouse and supported by Information Technology Services (ITS). In addition, the team designs and delivers targeted data-collection and evaluation activities to address specific institutional information needs.

He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? - Why should you apply for this position?

We want you to be part of our success! Our university stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you'll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.

The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with NZ Immigration regulations, which can be found here.

Ko te Tangata - For the People

The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities it serves, the provision of a world-class education, and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.

E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.