Business Analyst - Manaaki Whenua

Digital Solutions Business Analyst

Are you ready to make a difference in shaping the future of New Zealand through the power of data and digital technology? We're on the lookout for a passionate and innovative Business Analyst to join our dynamic team.

Mō te Pakihi | About the Company:

Manaaki Whenua is New Zealand's Crown Research Institute (CRI) for our land and environment. We are responsible for supporting New Zealand to develop a sustainable relationship with our land, through the delivery of exceptional science across a wide range of disciplines.

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

As part of our Data & Digital team, you will play a part in driving meaningful change through cutting-edge insights and digital solutions. Our work revolves around collecting, managing, and transforming data and research outputs into actionable knowledge that empowers decision-makers and drives impactful outcomes. As a Business Analyst, you'll be at the forefront of this transformation, collaborating with business owners and the delivery team to develop and enhance digital products and services that truly make a difference.

You will

• Shape the Future: Be part of a team that's committed to innovation and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Your work will directly impact New Zealand's future and contribute to scientific research goals.
• Be a Problem Solver: From requirements definition to process improvement you will play a vital role in identifying opportunities for improvement and leveraging your analytical skills to develop innovative solutions.
• Collaborate and Innovate: Work closely with stakeholders and end-users to understand their needs and challenges and translate them into actionable solutions that drive value.

This position is permanent and full time. It reports to our Head of Digital Solutions and is based at our Lincoln site.

Ō pūmanawa - About you

Why you're perfect for this role:

• Passion for Science and Technology: You're not just in it for the job - you're genuinely passionate about leveraging technology to drive impact and support scientific research.
• Strong Analytical Skills: You thrive on diving into complex problems, analysing data, and developing innovative solutions.
• Excellent Communication: You're a natural communicator, able to effectively convey technical concepts to a non-technical audience and vice versa, and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Agile Mindset: You're adaptable, flexible, and able to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Ngā āhuatanga kea a mātou: What we offer

As an employee of Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research, you will work with passionate and talented people and enjoy supportive employee benefits such as an annual leave entitlement of 4 weeks and 4 days, generous sick leave, paid parental leave, 3 paid Manaaki Whenua days between Christmas and New Year, as well as income maintenance and life insurance benefits and flexible working options.  You will also have the opportunity for personal growth and career development. Whilst our main office is based at Lincoln, we do support a flexible working environment, with requests for both informal and formal flexible work arrangements given due consideration.

If you don't meet every requirement in this position description, please don't exclude yourself. Studies indicate that women and other individuals from under-represented groups often only apply when they satisfy all the criteria. We focus on recruiting individuals who share our core values of Manaaki Tangata (caring, partnering, common purpose) and Science that Delivers (excellence, relevance, integrity), rather than merely ticking boxes. If this resonates with you, we encourage you to submit your application.

Manaaki Whenua Landcare Research is committed to developing a diverse, inclusive, equitable workplace where people feel they belong. We believe this is the right thing to do, but we also believe it is a worthwhile commitment that makes our organisation stronger and more capable through building on our diversity of thinking, enabling us to better understand the needs of our stakeholders and people and respond effectively to them. An inclusive environment means the diverse perspectives we have are more likely to be expressed, heard, and acted on.

Tono Mai - Apply Now!

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a team that's shaping the future through data and technology, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join us as a Business Analyst and be part of our journey towards a more sustainable future.

Enquiries about the position may be directed to Margaret Watts, [email protected] . For further details about Manaaki Whenua-Landcare Research, watch this short clip: Manaaki Whenua and visit our website: www.landcareresearch.co.nz

Applications close on Sunday 7 April 2024 at 5pm NZT