Government Reporting Analyst

About Tourism New Zealand

Tourism New Zealand is a prominent organization specializing in destination marketing. Our mission is to enrich both Aotearoa New Zealand and its visitors through promoting New Zealand as an attractive and sustainable travel destination, benefiting our beautiful homeland.

Role Overview

We seek a skilled Government Reporting Analyst for a newly established part-time role, working 32 hours per week, based in either Wellington or Auckland. Reporting to the Head of Business Planning and Performance, you will be pivotal in ensuring compliance with obligations as a Crown entity. Your main responsibility will be to manage and coordinate timely, accurate, and thoughtful responses to Official Information Act (OIA) requests, Parliamentary Questions, and other government reporting duties. Additionally, you will support the creation and delivery of accountability documents such as Quarterly and Annual Reports, as well as assist in Tourism New Zealand's ministerial visits and trade missions. This position demands hands-on involvement, quick relationship building with internal teams and government stakeholders, managing competing deadlines, and maintaining smooth government reporting operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the coordination of OIA requests by collecting and collaborating with subject matter experts to provide clear and timely replies.
• Keep the OIA request register current and ensure all requests meet legislative deadlines and internal procedures.
• Manage responses to Parliamentary Questions and assist with other ministerial and government reporting assignments as required.
• Contribute to the preparation and submission of essential accountability reports including annual and quarterly reports, Annual Review, and Estimates questions.
• Foster strong partnerships with internal departments, the Communications team, government agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure high-quality advice and responses.
• Enhance organizational comprehension of Crown entity duties through providing guidance, orientation, and information sessions.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Experience handling Official Information Act requests and/or Parliamentary Questions, preferably within a Crown entity, public sector, or governmental agency.
• Comprehensive knowledge of OIA legislation, processes, sensitivities, and deadlines.
• Proven experience in assisting the development of government reporting documents.
• Excellent written communication abilities to craft concise and well-considered responses for diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage deadlines diligently.
• Confidence in engaging with senior and government stakeholders and building trustful relationships.
• Sound judgment and ability to work with intricate or sensitive information discreetly.
• Ability to thrive in a political environment and preferably experienced in working with Minister offices.

Additional Information

• This is a permanent part-time position working 32 hours each week.
• The role is located in Auckland or Wellington with an emphasis on onsite work.
• Opportunity to contribute meaningfully to transparency, accountability, and trusted government engagement.
• You will join a purpose-driven global team guided by values of courage (Māia), care (Manaaki), and connection (Hononga).
• The working environment supports hybrid work arrangements within the team.

Application Details

Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your interest in this role. Applications must be sent through Tourism New Zealand's careers platform. The application deadline is Friday 7th August.