Fixed Term until June 2026
Full Time 40 hours per week
Based in Wellington Central

We make sure New Zealand qualifications are recognised and respected, here and overseas, and that qualifications and credentials meet the needs of learners in the changing world. We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst to join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in the development of a large-scale, complex project.
Whakatairangatia ngā kete o te mātauranga ki te ao mārama! E te tai whakarunga, e te tai whakararo – nau piki mai, nau kake mai ki te Mana Tohu Mātauranga o Aotearoa.
May the baskets of knowledge (education) be brought into the world of light. We welcome one and all to join us at the New Zealand Qualifications Authority.

About the Role:
The Senior Business Analyst will work closely with key stakeholders across NZQA to gather, analyse, and document business requirements. They will also be responsible for work sizing and contributing to the strategic direction of the project.
This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Senior Business Analyst (5+ years) who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is experienced in Better Business Case development. The ideal candidate will have worked within large/complex projects and programmes, and have exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage at all levels of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the end-to-end requirements gathering process, engaging with stakeholders to define clear, concise, and actionable business requirements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, and project management, to ensure alignment between business needs and technical solutions.
Support work sizing activities by analysing requirements, providing estimates, and ensuring accurate scoping of tasks.
Conduct workshops, interviews, and discussions to identify business needs, pain points, and improvement areas.
Develop detailed business process maps, and functional specifications.

About us
NZQA is a te reo Māori learning organisation and is committed to equity and lifelong learning. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds that will enrich our understanding of the education system. We prioritise the importance of understanding tikanga in building a culturally responsive workplace. NZQA is dedicated to providing a welcoming environment to Māori and Pacific staff and has active Māori and Pacific staff networks which contribute to NZQA's strategic action plans - Te Kōkiritanga and Takiala Pasifika.

What we can offer:

A supportive team / whanau environment
A role with lots of variety
Development and career progression opportunities
To find out more click here NZQA Staff Benefits

Apply Now!
For more information about this role and NZQA please refer to the job description, NZQA's Customer Charter and Organisational Values. If you are applying/viewing through Seek, please click ‘apply now' to access these links.
If you would like to discuss further, please call Christy-Anne on christy-anne.rankin@nzqa.govt.nz
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience.
Applications close at 5.00 pm on 22 September 2024.

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