Career Opportunities: Data Analyst - Prevention Development (5976820)

Requisition ID 5976820 - Posted  - Wellington - Permanent FT

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Data Analyst: Prevention Development

• Based at Police National Headquarters, Wellington
• Permanent, Full time
• Nationally Advertised Vacancy

E tῡ ki te kei o te waka, kia pakia koe e ngā ngaru o te wā.

Stand at the stern of the canoe and feel the spray of the future biting at your face

Mō te tūnga | About the role

As Data Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting the creation, implementation, and assessment of national harm reduction and prevention strategies, with a particular focus on analysis of prevention initiatives. You will ensure the accuracy of data collection, collation and coding for analysis and reporting that enables planning and supports informed decision making.

You will work collaboratively and seamlessly with others in multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated, high quality and innovative work.

Key Accountabilities:

• Collate, clean and code large data sets to create regular reports and dashboards that are appropriate to the needs of different audience(s).
• Analyse and summarise qualitative (use of NVIVO desirable) and quantitative data using internal police systems such as NIA (National Intelligence Application) and Business Objects.
• Use statistical packages (R, Excel, PowerBI) to automate processes looking at data patterns.
• Develop skills in problem-solving (understanding of the SARA problem solving model desirable) to harm prevention, and ‘Crime Prevention through Environmental Design’ (CPTED).

He aha taau e kawe mai | What you’ll bring

Whilst we are looking for skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the role, we also place high importance on your state of mind, the alignment of your values with ours, your ability to contribute to and build high performing teams, and the way that you lead yourself or others.

We are looking for someone who has:

• experience in data collection, collation, cleaning and coding of large data sets

• experience in the use and application data management and analysis tools (R, Excel, PowerBI and NVIVO).

• experience in the use and application of Police systems, databases and tools (National Intelligence Application, Business Objects – desirable)

• effective communication skills:

  • with the public over phone and email to clarify and gather information and/or feedback.
  • in clear and concise report writing

Whakaritenga motuhake | Special requirements

This role is Individual Contributor/Emerging Leader level. You can refer to Indicators for Success for further information on the requirements

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Mo tātou | About us

New Zealand Police is the lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety. It works in partnership with individuals, communities, businesses, and other public sector agencies towards the vision of making New Zealand the safest country. Police is the government’s largest front-line response agency with around 15,000 staff in large and small communities all over New Zealand and in liaison and policing development roles overseas.

Your development is highly valued at NZ Police. Our employees enjoy significant investment in their development not only at an individual level, but also at the team and community practice level. We work hard to match you with work that will both play to your strengths and challenge you in new ways.

The work you’ll be engaged in is real, tangible work that directly benefits our frontline and communities. Taken all together, this means we can offer you career path opportunities to progress in your chosen profession and become a more well-rounded, experienced leader, with opportunities across the range of work we support.

To view more detailed information about our recruitment process along with further details about requirements please click below link:

Applicant Information Pack (External)

Tono ināianei | Apply now 

If this position sounds like you, click apply now and submit a tailored CV. You will be required to submit an application form. Before confirmation of hire, pre-employment checks will be undertaken which include reference, drug and alcohol testing  and police vetting prior to any written offer being made.  

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All applications must be submitted online and will not be accepted directly via email. All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.  

Utu ā-tau | Salary

This position is covered by a collective agreement and salary will commence between $75,495 and $78,910 dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role.  

If you are an internal applicant, you must apply internally through the police system. You must provide an alternative contact email address and state your future commitments should you be successful in the next stage of the recruitment process. 

Please note: Deadline for applications is 5:00 pm on 29 July 2026. Applications may be reviewed prior to the close date as well as contact made with candidates.

If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact aimee.bridgford@police.govt.nz

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