Performance Information Analyst - Business Intelligence

Performance Information Analyst - Business IntelligenceJob descriptionJob titleLocationBusiness unitGrade and salary rangeReports toPerformance Information AnalystWellingtonOrganisation DirectionPaygroup 1 Payband GManager, Organisation Strategy and PerformanceWelcome to Statistics New ZealandWho we areStatistics New Zealand – Tatauranga Aotearoa is the country’s main provider of official statistics. We also leadthe Official Statistics System (OSS), which coordinates all statistics produced by government departments. Ouraim is to inform society.Official statistics are used by government, local authorities, businesses, community groups, and individuals. Theyare useful for:· keeping track of and understanding the state and progress of New Zealand· steering the economy to improve the prosperity, security, and opportunities of New Zealanders· informing debate and making decisions.Statistics NZ is a department of the New Zealand Public Service. Our duties and responsibilities are set out in theStatistics Act 1975.What we want to achieveThe work we do contributes to creating an informed society using official statistics. The impact of our work andactivities is that New Zealand gets the statistical information it needs to grow and prosper.Statistics 2020 Te Käpehu WhetüStatistics 2020 Te Käpehu Whetü is the organisation’s programme of change for the 10 years to 2020. It driveswhat we do and how we do it. It takes into account our internal environment (eg aging IT systems, currentculture), and external factors like ensuring that we produce relevant future statistics and meet customer needsefficiently. The Mäori name of the programme literally translates to ‘star compass’. This signifies thesophisticated navigation system necessary to get us to where we want to go.Our roles in New Zealand’s Official Statistics SystemAs leader of the OSS we:· ensure that New Zealand gets the information it needs

· advise the government on the policies, priorities, costs, and benefits of statistical activities· coordinate statistical activities across government· encourage other government departments to share ownership of the OSS and to re-use data· define the objectives that different departments will focus on together· ensure that official statistics provide value for money.As the country’s main provider of official statistics we:· report on trends, patterns, and changes to New Zealand’s population, economy, society, culture, andenvironment· ensure our statistics are relevant for our customers· continually improve what we do and how we do it· set an example for other government departments to follow· ensure complete confidentiality for all our data· maintain the highest level of credibility and integrity in our statistics.Our core values are:· leading· connecting· communicating· statistical excellence· integrity· confidentiality and data security.Our commitment to the Treaty of WaitangiStatistics NZ works to ensure that the statistical needs of Mäori are identified and progressively met. Thiscomplies with the principles for government action on the Treaty of Waitangi.

Summary of your roleResponsibilities:Reporting to the Manager, Organisation Strategy and Performance, the Performance Information Analyst isresponsible for driving the development and continuous improvement of performance measurement (KPIs) withinthe organisation, as part of an organisation-wide Business Intelligence project.Attention to detail, a strong work ethic and ability to deliver complex projects are critical for success in thisposition.The Performance Information Analyst:- is responsible for the development, implementation and continued management of performance measurementtools and analysis, including capability building such as forecasting.- will work closely with teams from across the business to develop performance measurement.- will have significant and continuous engagement with the Senior Leadership team.The Performance Information Analyst is responsible for:· Developing and maintaining business metrics for the organisation covering all aspects of the business· Leading the development of performance tools to be used by the organisation to facilitate discussionand performance improvement at the leadership level· Ensuring all measures and associated targets are communicated, measured, tracked and regularlyreviewed· Providing support to teams, support functions and senior management relating to business analysis oftrends and results· Maintaining strong relationships with various stakeholders (both internal and external) to ensurereporting is effective, timely and value-addedYou will be accountable for the work you do, and contribute positively to the values and outcomes outlined in ourstrategic plans, including Statistics 2020 Te Kāpehu Whetū, and our Statement of Intent.You will report to Manager, Organisation Strategy and Performance. On a day-to-day basis you will report toProject Manager, Business Intelligence.As a Performance Information Analyst you will need to:be a highly motivated self-starterhave the ability to take concepts, identify key items and deliver in a timely fashionshow exceptional analytical skills and close attention to detail, with the ability to relate to the bigpicturedemonstrate the ability to prioritise, negotiate and manage numerous commitmentsbe comfortable taking on responsibilitybe able to build relationships across the organisationhave a strong process, planning and execution orientationlisten, understand and respond effectively to otherstake a creative approach to presenting performance measurement information, particularly inregard to visualising data.Detailed description of your role

You will beexpected to:Support businessimprovementDevelop performancereportingParticipate in keyprojectsBuild connectionsand workcollaborativelyCommunicateeffectivelyTo achieve this you will need to: provide support and advice tomanagers and teams on businessprocesses and systems lead and direct the development ofbusiness requirements for businessintelligence project initiatives develop a good understandingorganisation business processes andsystems review and identify business processand system improvementopportunities in conjunction withmanagement teams lead the development andimplementation of business processand system improvements monitor results from processimprovements by initiating formalreviews and reporting results. develop an approved set of KPIs for the business coordinate and assist with performance reporting for managersacross the business undertake periodic reviews and reportto management on businessprocesses and systems and makerecommendations for improvements. contribute to the business intelligence project and other relevant projectswhere necessary. work collaboratively within the team and across the organisation to achievesuccessful outcomes meet with other units to build goodunderstanding across Statistics NZ and draw connections between thework of specific teams and thebusiness of the wider organisation develop good working relationshipswith customers to identify how you canmeet their needs maintain positive and collaborativerelationships internally and externally ensure effective communication isprovided to internal and externalcustomer communicate ideas and information to different audiences in plain English communicate clearly and concisely inall written and oral communications As a result, we will see you:have a good understanding ofbusiness processes and systemsbe able to provide advice and supportto meet both business and ITrequirements.ensure performance reporting istimely, accurate and to standardsprovide accurate reports withinagreed timeframes.support the successful delivery of keyprojects across the business.ensure your engagement with othersis open, friendly, and responsivebuild mutually beneficial internal andexternal relationshipsmaintain and develop positiveworking relationships.be understood by all internal andexternal customers in both writtenand oral communicationwrite clearly and concisely, and follow

share information and knowledge withothers in a proactive, timely way thatfits the purposeseek peer review of written work.the Statistics New Zealand plainEnglish standardcommunicate with peers, subjectmatter project manager, and managerregularly.Required qualities for your roleAs a Performance Information Analyst you will need to:Integrity and trust be straightforward, honest and trustworthy.Intellectualhorsepower be intellectually agile and capable of dealing with the concepts and complexitiesinherent in the position.Customer focused be focused on understanding the needs of customers and on delivering value tothem.Written communicate effectively in writing, using Plain English.communicationsProblem solving recognise problems, analyse them, then solve them.Drive for results consistently deliver results beyond expectations.Interpersonal savvy relate well to all kinds of people and builds effective relationships.Political savvy understand and effectively navigate the political environment.Strategic agility look ahead, making credible predictions of likely future scenarios, and developingstrategies and plans that address those scenarios.Standing alone demonstrate personal integrity, responsibility and reliability.Business acuumen have a good understanding of developments in, and influences upon, the environmentin which the organisation operates.Perspective contextualise issues appropriately and is able to discuss and speculate aboutpossible future scenarios.Managing visionand purpose inspire and motivate people by talking positively and in an accessible way about theorganisation's purposeSkills and present a good tertiary academic recordexperience understand- performance measurement frameworks- performance improvement drivers- planning and implementing business information systems Experience in strategic planning, budgeting and reporting processes Experience of government Knowledge of the whole of government budget process Knowledge of non- financial and financial performance planning, monitoring andreporting processes Experience in establishing performance frameworks within the public service Experience designing and providing leadership to organisation initiatives aimed ataligning strategy, culture, systems and processes with organisational outcomes An awareness of economic, social and governmental influences, the politicalenvironment and other agencies and groups likely to impact on Statistics NewZealandQualifications have a suitable qualification or relevant experience within governmentOur workplace: your workplace

Statistics NZ endeavours to provide a working environment that encourages the development of an individual'spotential and their contribution to the organisation, by offering challenges and opportunities.We value staff from diverse cultural backgrounds and staff with active interests outside work. We provide asupportive environment so that individuals can balance their working life and personal life. This is achievedthrough policies for work and family life, equal employment opportunities (EEO), and a healthy and safe workenvironment. All departmental offices are smoke-free.We are committed to developing an EEO work place. All staff are required to comply with our EEO policy.Discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, sex, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability,family, age, and marital status is not tolerated.