32 Hours Per Week | Based in Dargaville or Mangawhai + Work-from-Home Options

Drive meaningful insights that help Council deliver great outcomes.

We're looking for a Planning & Reporting Analyst to join our Strategic Programmes & Engagement team. In this role, you'll help us understand how projects are performing, maintain the systems our organisation relies on and support teams to make informed decisions using reliable data.

If you enjoy working with complex information, improving systems and helping others see the story behind the data, this role offers an opportunity to make a real impact.

What you'll do

As a Planning & Reporting Analyst, you will:

• Produce monthly project and programme performance reports for the organisation and Council.
• Ensure data accuracy across project and programme reporting systems and databases.
• Enhance and maintain the Excel based Programme Overview Report.
• Monitor organisational performance and KPI's, providing insights that support informed decision-making
• Oversee and improve Edison365, the PMO workspace, our data toolkit and Power BI reporting.

About you

You'll bring a strong analytical approach and a commitment to accuracy, along with:

• Experience analysing data, managing reporting, and presenting insights
• Advanced Excel capability plus experience in Power BI is an advantage - or you're familiar with it and willing to learn
• Experience with system administration and the ability to learn new applications quickly.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to turn complex information into meaningful insights.
• A high level of attention to detail, confidentiality, and accuracy

What We Offer

At Kaipara District Council, we foster a supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking team environment.

In addition, we offer:

• Competitive salary + benefits
• Flexible working options and a range of employee wellbeing initiatives.     
• A commitment to your growth and development, with access to ongoing training and development opportunities.     
• One paid volunteer day per year to give back to the Kaipara community.     
• Discounted health insurance and banking, and retail discounts.     
• Free EAP services and a focus on your overall health and wellbeing.     
• 5 weeks of annual leave after 5 years of service.   

About Kaipara District Council (KDC)       

We're more than just a workplace - we're a passionate team committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive, and healthy community where people love to live, work, and play. We're guided by the values of mahi tahi (teamwork), mana (integrity), pono (trustworthy), whakaute (respect), and mahia te mahi (make it happen), which shape everything we do. These values inspire us to foster an environment where people and communities thrive.  

How to Apply

To download the PD, and to view the job description and apply for this job go to: https://kaiparadc.recruitmenthub.co.nz/Careers & enter ref code: 6862577.

Applications close 04 March 2026

For more information, contact Kevin Whitehead, People & Talent Advisor, at careers@kaipara.govt.nz.  

Please note that the preferred candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including criminal history and police vetting checks.