Director Data and Insights

Description

Location : Wellington

Reporting to : General Manager Engagement, Data and Innovation

Type : Fixed term (24 months), Full time

Salary : $197,466 - $245,735

Applications close : 21 November 2025

DIA has come through a significant period of change, and we are seeking a highly experienced and values-driven leader.

About the Role

We are looking for a visionary and collaborative leader to evolve a centralised data and insights function within the Regulatory and Identity Services (RIS) branch. As Director Data and Insights, you will play a critical role in shaping how data is used to inform decision-making, improve service delivery, and drive innovation across both regulatory and identity systems.

Regulatory and Identity Services manages a broad portfolio of regulatory systems and operational services. The branch delivers future-focused digital identity products and services, ensuring a customer-centric approach to the processing and production of identity and life event products, including passports, citizenship, births, deaths, and marriages. It also has accountability for several regulatory systems, including charities, gambling, anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML / CFT), digital child exploitation, digital violent extremism and digital messaging and systems.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing team that delivers trusted, high-quality insights to support strategic and operational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager Engagement Data and Innovation in setting the vision and direction for data and insights across the branch.
• Lead a centralised data function that supports RIS systems and processes promoting best practice data governance and management practices.
• Contribute to strategic planning and champion the use of data and insights to strengthen decision-making across the branch.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to ensure consistent, insight-driven service delivery and promote a customer centred approach to service design delivery.
• Lead the development of strategic data analysis programmes and ensure insights are accessible and actionable.
• Lead a flexible, responsive team culture that adapts to shifting priorities and opportunities.
• Build trusted relationships with RIS Leadership Team members to champion data-informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with other data and analytics functions across the department to promote a culture of data, analysis and insights.

What you will bring

We are looking for an experienced and inspiring leader who has :

Ready to make a difference?

The Department is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity and inclusion. It recognises a diverse workforce that contributes to better business outcomes. It is committed to creating a workplace where all employees have equal access.

Join us in shaping the future of regulatory and identity services.

Apply now with your CV and a cover letter outlining your leadership experience.

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