Data & Business Analyst

Full-time | Fixed-term, 2 years | Gisborne, Tairāwhiti

We're looking for an experienced Data & Business Analysts to help deliver a major Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementation that will transform how Gisborne District Council works.

This is your opportunity to be part of a high-profile programme that will modernise our systems, improve data quality, and enable better services for our community. If you enjoy solving complex problems, working with data, and collaborating with people across an organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Mō te tūranga | About the position

As a Data & Business Analyst, you'll play a key role in ensuring our data is accurate, reliable and ready for our new ERP platform.

Working across multiple business areas, you'll partner with stakeholders to understand business requirements, analyse legacy data, develop migration solutions, and ensure high-quality data is transferred into our new system. Your work will directly support business continuity, informed decision-making, and the long-term success of the ERP programme.

Ngā Mahi ngā Takohanga Matua rānei | Duties include:

Working closely with business stakeholders to understand and document data requirements

Analyse, cleanse, transform and validate data for ERP migration

Develop and maintain data mapping specifications and transformation rules

Identify and resolve complex data quality issues

Support testing, validation and user acceptance testing (UAT)

Promote strong data governance and data quality practices

Collaborate with technical teams, vendors and project leads to deliver successful migration outcomes

Recommend improvements that enhance reporting, data quality and business processes

Ngā Pūkenga me Ngā Wheako e Hiahia ana | Skills and experience required:

You'll bring a blend of technical expertise, analytical thinking and strong relationship-building skills.

Ideally, you'll have

A tertiary qualification in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Science or a related discipline

Three or more years' experience in data analysis, data migration, business intelligence or ERP implementation

Advanced SQL skills and experience working with relational databases

Experience with data migration, ETL processes, data mapping and validation

Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills

Experience using tools such as SQL, Power BI and Excel

Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate technical information into practical business solutions

Experience with TechnologyOne, local government or enterprise business transformation programmes will be highly regarded.

Ngā Huanga | Benefits

Work-life balance: Flexible hours to help you manage personal commitments and maintain wellbeing

Wellbeing first: Ora Day, Piritahi Day, EAP, health checks & optional access to our Fitness Passport package

Whanaungatanga: Waiata group, Te Reo kawhe kōrero, staff events

Perks: Modern offices, eye exams, Southern Cross discounts, retail perks

Growth: A values-led environment where your development is supported

* Location: Live and work in stunning Gisborne – close to the beach, rivers and bush

He aha ngā painga o te kaunihera | Why work for Gisborne District Council

Gisborne District Council is one of only six unitary authorities in Aotearoa, meaning we deliver both district and regional council mahi. We’re committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi, weaving te ao Māori into everything we do, and making a real difference for the people and places of Tairāwhiti.

Our mahi is diverse, from looking after roads, water, rubbish and recycling, to protecting our environment, supporting community facilities like pools, parks and libraries, and shaping the region’s future through planning and governance. With over 500 staff, we’re a team that’s passionate about making Tairāwhiti a thriving place to live, work and play

Me pēhea te tono mai | How to Apply

Apply now via Seek or visit www.gdc.govt.nz/council/careers

For more information, email [email protected]

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and the position will be filled once the right candidate is identified.

To view the full job description, visit our careers page: www.gdc.govt.nz/council/careers and check the job attachments section.