Business Analyst (Fixed-Term To February 2027)

The Ministry acts in the world to build a safer, more prosperous and more sustainable future for New Zealanders.

Kia hangai ake e te Manatu he ao-haumaru, ao-tonui, ao-pumau, ki te oranga tonutanga mo Aotearoa whanui.

Business Analyst (Fixed term to February

Champion better ways of working that make life easier for people.

Help teams simplify, streamline, and improve how things get done.

A unique opportunity to provide business improvement within a dedicated process improvement team focused on operational excellence.

About the role

We're looking for an experienced people-focused Business Analyst to join our Business Process Management team.

This fixed-term role (through to February

• ) is part of a dedicated team driving operational excellence across the Ministry.

You'll be part of a collaborative team curious, people-focused, and always looking to improve.

Your work will help shape how business needs are understood and addressed, with a strong focus on early-stage analysis and process clarity.

What you'll do :

Work with teams to understand how they work and where things could be better.

Help simplify and improve core processes and supporting policies.

Support continuous improvement by maintaining and evolving process content.

Provide business analysis support for small initiatives, especially where dedicated project support isn't available.

Champion process thinking and user-focused design across the Ministry.

Qualifications

Proven experience in business analysis and business process management.

Strong problem-solving skills, particularly in early-stage scoping and needs clarification.

Familiarity with maintaining and improving business process content and supporting documentation.

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Understanding of The Treaty of Waitangi / Te Tiriti, Te Reo Maori and Maori customs and protocols would be beneficial.

The salary range for this role is $106,973 to $125,850 total remuneration, inclusive of our 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution.

Applications close at 6pm on Sunday, 9 October

To be considered for this position at Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade you must be a New Zealand citizen.

You must be able to obtain and maintain a Confidential security clearance.

Apply today with your CV and cover letter.

For a confidential discussion please email

This is not a Foreign Policy / diplomatic role; it is a Corporate role based in central Wellington, NZ.

MFAT is Rainbow Tick accredited and committed to providing an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and a sense of belonging.

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