Senior Portfolio Performance Analyst

Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa

The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive.

Ko tā Te Papa Atawhai he tiaki, he whakarauora anō hoki i te taiao puta noa i Aotearoa. He oranga taiao, he oranga tangata.

• Shape the future of conservation investment and drive insight, performance, and informed decision-making at DOC
• $92,450.00 -$116,985.00 pro-rata
• Fixed term/secondment: 3 months, Wellington (Hybrid) / flexible location

Mō te tūranga | About the role

We are looking for a sharp analytical mind with a passion for performance and data to join our Enterprise Portfolio Management Office (EPMO). If you're an expert in translating complex data into meaningful insights, this is your chance to make a tangible impact on Aotearoa’s natural environment.

As the Senior Portfolio Performance Analyst, you will lead the development and delivery of high-level analysis and reporting across DOC’s project, programme and investment portfolio. Working closely with senior leaders and stakeholders, you’ll ensure critical decisions are grounded in insight, accuracy, and strategic foresight.

This is more than a reporting role — it's a strategic position that drives capability, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement across DOC's investment portfolio.



The position will:

• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and performance narratives to support effective governance at project, programme and enterprise (SLT) level and prioritisation decisions
• Deliver trend analysis and portfolio-wide insights that inform long-term planning and investment decisions
• Support the use of the portfolio management tool (a custom-built solution for managing and reporting on complex projects and programmes) and provide expert support across the business
• Strive for continuous improvement, identify opportunities, risks, and key improvement areas using data to evidence recommendations.
• Work alongside the EPMO and wider DOC teams to build analytical capability
• Collaborate with internal leaders and ensure transparent, insightful, and responsive portfolio performance communication
• Engage with key internal delivery partners to develop and deliver reporting solution.

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Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in data analysis, reporting, or portfolio performance roles
• Proficient in Power BI, Excel, and other Microsoft Suite tools for data visualisation and reporting
• Proven experience in designing and building Power BI dashboards and reports with experience working with data warehouses
• Strong ability to connect and integrate data from multiple sources
• Prior experience working with Microsoft Dynamics and Snowflake is preferred
• Skilled in interpreting complex data to produce concise, actionable insights for decision-makers
• Well-developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to gather requirements and translate them into effective reporting solutions
• (Desirable) exposure to project portfolio management tools and performance monitoring frameworks such as Power Automate and Power Apps.

Mō te tīma | About the team

The Enterprise Portfolio Management Office (EPMO) sits within the Organisation Support Group. The purpose of the team is to enable the successful delivery of DOCs Investment Portfolio by providing fit for purpose tools and frameworks. We support better investment decisions by providing efficient and effective delivery and assurance, driving successful realisation of outcomes and benefits.


Tonoa inaiānei | Apply now

Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.

The salary range for this position is $92,450.00 -$116,985.00 pro-rata with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.

You are encouraged to discuss secondment opportunities with your manager. Secondments should offer the opportunity to build capability in line with your development plan. You must seek the support of your line manager (minimum Tier 4) in writing before applying for a secondment opportunity and attach it to your application.

We are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.



Rā whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Thursday, 18 September 2025

Depending on the volume of applications received, we may close this advertisement early, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Me he pātai anō, whakapā mai | For further enquiries, contact Rachael Casey, rcasey@doc.govt.nz

Te tohutoro tūranga | Job reference: JR100649

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What's in it for you?

DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We're working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default.

Submit a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai with your preference. You can learn more about what we offer here https://www.doc.govt.nz/careers/working-at-doc/staff-benefits/.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.

Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.