Senior Analyst - Planning, Funding & Outcomes

Senior Analyst - Planning, Funding & Outcomes

• Permanent, full-time position based anywhere in New Zealand.
• Contribute to transforming the future of health through data-driven insights and analytics.
• Support evidence-based decision-making to improve equity and health outcomes across Aotearoa.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.

We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations — from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities.

Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care.

About the Role

As a Senior Analyst, you will play a key role in shaping the future of health by providing high-quality analytics, insights, and advice to support commissioning and planning decisions across Health New Zealand. Working collaboratively with national, regional, and locality teams, you will analyse and interpret complex data to inform service design, investment planning, and performance monitoring. Your work will help ensure health insights and funding decisions are equitable, efficient, and aligned with the Pae Ora vision of better health for all.

As a Senior Analyst, you will be part of a team of specialists responsible for designing and developing modelling solutions in collaboration with both national and regional teams. Our work directly contributes to improving the quality of decision-making and investment choices across the health sector. This role offers the opportunity to join a close-knit, supportive team that takes pride in delivering high-quality work with a meaningful impact on health outcomes for all New Zealanders.

We are seeking someone who aligns with our team values and culture. You are confident working in ambiguous environments, able to work independently, and adaptable to shifting priorities. Above all, you consistently maintain a high standard of output and professionalism.

About you

You are a skilled analyst with strong technical expertise and a passion for improving health outcomes through data. You bring a mix of analytical capability, curiosity, and the ability to communicate complex insights clearly and meaningfully to a range of stakeholders. You are collaborative, outcome-focused, and confident working across a large and dynamic organisation.

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Desirable experience includes mentoring junior analysts, developing analytical tools, and contributing to system-level planning or performance frameworks within the health or public sector.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply, please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 11 : 59PM Sunday 16 November 2025 . Forfurther information,please contact Nicole Rickard on .

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected kaimahi will be given preference and priority for this position.

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.

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