Graduate Analyst
Date: 3 Nov 2025
Location: Wellington, NZ
Company: Ministry of Social Development
• Wellington based
• 6 months secondment/fixed term opportunity
Manaaki tangata, Manaaki whānau – Helping New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.
Start your career where your mahi matters. At MSD, you’ll use data and insights to drive real change- shaping policy and services across housing, income support, employment and wellbeing. We’re a people-centred organisation, grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi and committed to supporting communities across Aotearoa. As part of our whānau, you’ll be supported to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful outcomes, and thrive in an inclusive, purpose-driven environment.
About us | Mō mātou:
The Ministry of Social Development 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.
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
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.
About the role | Mō te tūnga:
We’re hiring a Graduate Analyst to join our Monitoring & Analysis team. As part of the role, you will analyse and interpret benefit system data and produce high-impact reports for Ministers and senior leaders. You’ll manage technical workflows, spot trends and deliver insights that support transparency and better decision-making.
What you bring | Ōu pūmanawatanga:
We’re looking for graduates who are curious, motivated and passionate about creating social impact, with a tertiary qualification in economics, statistics, operations research, or a related field. You should have experience (or strong willingness to learn) using econometric or statistical tools like SAS, SQL, R, Python or similar software, plus solid Excel skills for analysing data.
You’ll be confident with manipulating data, generating timely reports and translating complex analysis into clear, actionable insights for operational teams. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to write clearly and concisely are essential.
Key attributes include:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Teamwork and relationship management
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively
• Adaptable, proactive, and driven by purpose
If you’re eager to grow your skills and make a real impact, we want to hear from you.
Tā mātou e tuku ana | What we offer:
• Real impact - Your insights shape policy and services that supports thousands of people across Aotearoa
• Career growth - Many of our Graduates step into Analyst roles within a year
• Ongoing support - Training, mentoring, and development (technical + cultural)
• Inclusive culture - A diverse, values-led team that honours Te Ao Māori
• Variety + purpose - Work across housing, income and employment insights
Position Description | He Whakaahuatanga Tūnga:
Salary | Utu-ā-tau: $60,707.00 - $72,990.00
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.
Closing date: Wednesday 12th November, 2025.
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. We are a Treaty partner committed to strengthening relationships with Māori, Hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.
MSD has a COVID-19 vaccination policy that encourages, but does not require, employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and its variants, unless the role is identified as requiring vaccination at the time.
