Business Analyst NZDF- Applications close on Thursday 19 May 2022.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

You will be responsible for leading the analysis, development and delivery of effective business, technology and user solutions for Defence Logistics Command. You will collaborate with Supply Chain, Equipment and Maintenance practitioners, their third-party providers, as well as other policy and system owners on discrete pieces of work, together with our Defence Digital partners on technology solutions and support.

Key responsibilities include:

• Employing a range of practical and effective business analysis tools and techniques to enhance decision making;
• Delivering and monitoring business processes, business rules, metrics and standard operating procedures as a result of improvement initiatives;
• Facilitating and providing specialist advice to stakeholder groups via targeted workshops;
• Championing user-centred design and the involvement of users in the development of requirements; and
• Coaching and supporting junior team members and wider project team members.

Please Note: This role is based in Trentham and you must be able to travel for project requirements.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience

You will be an experienced Business Analyst with the ability to work as the conduit and translate information between end-users, the wider business and technology specialists. You will have an open communication and engagement approach to ensure effective and fit-for-purpose solutions.

You will also have:

• Experience working within a logistics, infrastructure or technology business analysis and solution delivery;
• Adaptability to work flexibly across multiple projects and changing priorities;
• Positive and productive collaboration and teamwork skills; and
• Sound work planning and prioritisation skills including delivering to deadlines.

Mō mātou | About Us

The Delivery Support Group (DSG) is a stable, base level capability that provides expertise across Defence Logistics Command (DLC) to support the rapid implementation of initiatives to sustain, improve, integrate and enhance Defence Logistics operations. The group is an enabler for the DLC Portfolio to make more informed and timely decisions to expedite the initiative life cycle.

Every hour of every day, 365 days of the year, the New Zealand Defence Force is contributing to the defence, security and well-being of Aotearoa / New Zealand. As a modern, professional military, it is our goal to maintain well trained, equipped and disciplined armed forces that can react to crisis at short notice.

Nōu te rourou | What’s in it for you

NZDF is an inclusive organisation that is open to flexible working arrangements and welcomes applications from people regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, age, beliefs/opinions, or family circumstances.

In return for your expertise, dedication and hard work, NZDF is offering remuneration reflective of your experience, along with:

• Great benefits for you and your family
• Discounts Handbook for selected retail, entertainment and service providers;
• 5 weeks annual leave per year;
• Variety, challenge and a chance to influence.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

To view the Position Description and to Apply, please use the links on this page.

For further information, contact Wes Wernicki on 022 625 5093.

Please note:

• Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.
• If you are an existing NZDF employee (excluding contractors) you must apply through our Internal Vacancies site, via the HR Toolkit.
• Employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to work in roles in Defence Areas within the Auckland region. We are currently reviewing our Vaccination policy covering civilian employees outside of the Auckland region and will liaise with successful candidates about our policy prior to commencement.

Applications close on Thursday 19 May 2022.

Please note: Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ) and be able to obtain and maintain the required level of NZ Government security clearance for the position applied for. The minimum citizenship and residency criteria for security clearances to be granted by the NZ Defence Force are as follows:

Low level Security Clearance

• most preferably a NZ citizen, who has resided in this country continuously for at least the last five years, OR
• is a citizen of, and/or has resided continuously in one or more of the following countries for the last five years: either Australia, Canada, NZ, the United Kingdom (UK) or the United States of America (USA); and has a background history that is verifiable and can be assessed as appropriate by the NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) towards a recommendation of suitability for a security clearance at this level.

If you do not meet these minimum criteria, we will not be able to accept your application.