Contract Analyst | Wellington | Permanent

Contract Analyst | Wellington | Permanent New Zealand Government Wellington - Wairarapa, Wellington, NZ Support contract monitoring, analysis and assessment of compliance across Disability Support Services * Use data insights to support improved contract management and provider performance monitoring * Permanent full-time opportunity Are you detail-focused and passionate about using data to support better outcomes? Join us as a Contract Analyst, where you'll play a key role in supporting contract monitoring, analysis, compliance, and provider performance across DSS. About our team | Mō te tīma The Disability Support Services (DSS) Group is responsible for commissioning, funding, and stewarding high-quality services that support disabled people, their families, and whānau. We're building leadership and management capacity across our teams to deliver both change and business-as-usual effectively. We work closely with providers, stakeholders, and communities to ensure services are fair, consistent, transparent and sustainable. With a strong focus on performance monitoring, data, and insights, we're committed to continuous improvement and evidence-based decision-making. It's an exciting time to join DSS as we strengthen our systems and expand our capabilities. We're looking for passionate people to help us achieve our goals and make a meaningful impact. About the role | Mō te tūnga As a Contract Analyst you'll assist contract managers by maintaining accurate documentation, tracking milestones and deliverables, and analysing funding and performance data. You'll help identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and contribute to improving processes and systems that support contract management decisions. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity to contribute to high-quality, value-driven services through effective contract support and analysis. If you're ready to make a difference through data and support, this is your opportunity! This role is based in our Wellington office and is a permanent full-time role. Key responsibilities include : * Supporting contract monitoring and performance reporting * Analysing provider and funding data to inform decision-making * Maintaining accurate contract documentation and records * Assisting with audits, reviews, evaluations and continuous improvement initiatives * Liaising with internal teams and external providers to ensure smooth contract administration We value diversity and welcome applications from disabled people and those who have lived experience with whānau, or the disability community. Please contact us if there is any support that we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is accessible to you. What you bring | Ōu pūmanawatanga * Basic understanding of commissioning, procurement, or contracts * Strong analytical skills and experience with data interpretation and reporting * Ability to analyse reports including basic financial statements * High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and record‑keeping * Effective communication and collaboration skills * Proficiency with IT systems including spreadsheets and contract management tools * Ability to manage multiple tasks and respond to changing priorities * Commitment to continuous improvement and best practice * Experience in the disability sector is beneficial Position Description | He Whakaahuatanga Tūnga A copy of the position description can be found here. Contract Analyst | Position Description Salary | Utu-ā-tau : $69,519.00 - $84,041.00 Applications close | Ka kati ngā tono hei te : Wednesday 12 August 2026. About us | Mō mātou The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is a people-centred organisation. We're in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent. We provide social policy advice to government, and assistance including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities. As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations. Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are. Joining us | Ko te hono mai Joining #J-18808-Ljbffr