Strategic Analyst - Ako Excellence

• Shape the future of Māori education through strategic insight.
• Proven experience in analysis and strategic research required.
• Based in Te Awamutu

Mō mātou | About us

As a proudly kaupapa Māori tertiary educator, ‘tauira success’ is our mission and ‘whānau transformation through education’ is our vision, guiding our commitment to delivering quality education programmes underpinned by Māori culture and values.

Our kaimahi enjoy a whānau-friendly workplace and a great range of benefits to support their wellbeing and that of their whānau:

• Free Southern Cross health insurance and life insurance.
• Four extra leave days each year to celebrate Matariki and Christmas, plus special leave available for those involved in cultural or sporting events.
• Flexible work hours for non-rostered positions and work-from-home options for positions that can be performed away from the office.
• Free car parking at our main campuses.

Mō tēnei mahi | About this job

With a focus on making a lasting impact on Māori education, your role as Strategic Analyst will be to support our Ako Excellence team in driving strategic planning, data analysis, and regulatory compliance. This pivotal role ensures our education delivery aligns with our values and strategic objectives, contributing to the advancement of mātauranga Māori and indigenous knowledge globally.  Day-to-day, you will:

• Lead strategic planning and business development initiatives for Ako.
• Provide operational support through enrolment planning, financial analysis, contract management and academic performance monitoring for a range of programmes.
• Contribute to insightful research, scenario planning, and forecasting to anticipate future opportunities.
• Collaborate across teams and with external stakeholders to uphold the mana and reputation of Te Wānanga o Aotearoa.

Mōu | About you

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Policy, Data Analytics, Education, or related field (Postgraduate qualification advantageous).
• 3+ years’ experience in an analyst role within a large organisation and 2+ years in strategic research and financial analysis.
• Strong relationship building and communication skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Suite skills, strong data interpretation, and excellent communication abilities.
  

As a kaupapa Māori organisation, your willingness to participate in cultural activities and develop an understanding of Āhuatanga Māori (values, culture and tikanga) will be key.

Kua whati te tai, tono mai! | Apply today!

If we’ve outlined a role that matches your capabilities and aspirations, and a workplace that appeals, apply today as applications will close as soon as we have a suitable shortlist.

A position description is available on our career’s website.  For any other queries, please email jobs@twoa.ac.nz

Please note that we are closed for the Christmas/New Year period so will respond to your application when we return in mid-January.