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Senior Analyst Operations Assurance and Risk
Wellington
FULL TIME
November 25, 2024
As the Senior Analyst Operations Assurance and Risk, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the successful delivery of the Electoral Commission's risk management strategy and ensuring quality assurance across all electoral processes. Collaborating with the Operations Group and wider teams, you'll be responsible for both pre- and post-election risk assessments and quality assurance activities for all electoral events, including By-Elections and Referenda.
Your role will be essential in advising managers and employees on risk management and assurance practices, while embedding quality assurance across the Commission's operations—from Advance Voting to the Official Results release. If you're passionate about risk management, quality assurance, and ensuring electoral integrity, this could be your next challenge.
This is a grade 18 role and the salary band is $124,061- $137,845
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage quality assurance across all stages of the election process, ensuring compliance with national standards.
- Oversee risk management processes, providing analysis, identifying gaps, and implementing solutions to mitigate risks across electoral phases.
- Collaborate with teams to deliver a cohesive assurance practice and drive continuous improvement initiatives for operational quality.
- Support the development of election plans and participate in workstreams focused on risk and quality assurance.
- Advise senior management on compliance and quality assurance standards, ensuring alignment with risk management strategies.
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the Commission's Official Results through a detailed QA process.
Mōhou ake | About you
You are a highly skilled professional with a background in risk management and quality assurance, ideally within a large, complex organisation. Your expertise allows you to see the big picture while diving into the details to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and drive improvements. You thrive in fast-paced environments and are an effective communicator who can provide clear advice to senior leadership and other stakeholders.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Demonstrated experience in risk management and quality assurance, preferably within electoral processes or large-scale operations.
- Proven ability to develop, implement, and monitor risk and assurance frameworks.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify risks and implement practical solutions.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
- A strong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a commitment to applying its principles in your work.
- Experience working in time-sensitive, high-pressure environments, ensuring attention to detail while maintaining a focus on broader organisational goals.
Why join the Electoral Commission?
At the Electoral Commission, we are committed to fostering trust and participation in Aotearoa's democratic processes. As part of our team, you will contribute to delivering high-quality electoral events, ensuring electoral integrity, and driving continuous improvement in our operations. You will work in a supportive, inclusive environment that values collaboration, innovation, and cultural competency.
Te Kaitiaki Take Kōwhiri | About the Electoral Commission
The Electoral Commission is an independent Crown entity tasked with promoting democratic participation and delivering parliamentary elections and referenda. We are focused on ensuring that every eligible New Zealander can easily enrol and vote in elections, supporting the future of democracy in Aotearoa.
What's next?
For a position description or to apply for this role, please click "Apply now!" or contact recruitment@elections.govt.nz for further information.
Applications close at 5pm on Sunday 8th December.
You must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.
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