Business Analyst Commissioning | Wellington | Permanent
Date: 21 Dec 2025
Location: Wellington, NZ
Company: Ministry of Social Development
- Work on priority projects across multiple workstreams
- Collaborate with commissioning and project teams to uplift BA capability
- Influence outcomes through quality analysis and advice
We’re looking for an experienced Business Analyst who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys working with diverse stakeholders to deliver business solutions that make a difference.
About our team | Mō te tīma:
The Disability Support Services (DSS) Group is responsible for commissioning, funding, and stewarding high-quality services that support disabled people, their families, and whānau.
We’re building leadership and management capacity across our teams to deliver both change and business-as-usual effectively.
We work closely with providers, stakeholders, and communities to ensure services are fair, consistent, transparent and sustainable. With a strong focus on performance monitoring, data, and insights, we’re committed to continuous improvement and evidence-based decision-making.
It’s an exciting time to join DSS as we strengthen our systems and expand our capabilities.
We’re looking for passionate people to help us achieve our goals and make a meaningful impact.
About the role | Mō te tūnga:
As a Business Analyst, you’ll partner with the commissioning team and key stakeholders to identify business needs, document requirements, and support delivery of programme outcomes.
You’ll provide advice, facilitate workshops, and ensure solutions align with organisational priorities and technical constraints.
Key responsibilities include:
- Provide high-quality advice on moderately complex issues
- Identify, document, and validate business requirements
- Gather and analyse business processes and rules
- Support programme workstreams and track progress
- Conduct research and analysis to inform solution options
- Prepare impact assessments and assist with testing
- Develop logical/conceptual designs from requirements
- Maintain strong stakeholder relationships and clear communication
We value diversity and welcome applications from disabled people and those who have lived experience with whānau, or the disability community.
Please contact us if there is any support that we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is accessible to you.
What you bring | Ōu pūmanawatanga:
- Proven experience as a Business Analyst in project environments
- A strong understanding of the Disability Support Services group and the challenges it faces
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Expertise in requirements management and documentation
- Familiarity with public sector processes and governance
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Proficiency with tools such as Word, Excel, Visio, Jira, Confluence, and SharePoint
Position Description | He Whakaahuatanga Tūnga:
A copy of the position description can be found here. Business Analyst postion description.
Salary | Utu-ā-tau: $78,222.00 - $94,689.00
Applications close | Ka kati ngā tono hei te: Tuesday 20 January 2026.
About us | Mō mātou:
The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is a people-centred organisation. We’re in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.
We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities.
Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.
How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono:
To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.
Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key responsibilities listed in the position description.
All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at jobs@msd.govt.nz
Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.
Joining us | Ko te hono mai:
Joining MSD means being part of a whānau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents.
We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. You can find out more about our values here.
If you have any support or accessibility requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.
