2022/2023 Matanga Kohi Raraunga | Data Collection Specialists - Expression of Interest (Start ASAP)

Expression of Interest: Matanga Kohi Raraunga | Data Collection Specialists - Nationwide!

Due to growth in operations, express your interest today and be a part of the Stats NZ Collection Operations team and support the future direction of Collection Operations. Full time and Part-time (Guaranteed Minimum Hours - GMH) Positions are available Nationwide!

Nōu te rourou | Whats in it for you

You'll be joining an inclusive environment where people, regardless of gender, race, disability, religion, or background are supported to be able to do their best work. This includes:
-    A rewarding salary package with benefits and leave entitlements
-    Balance of life and work commitments with flexible work
-    Flexible working hours including some weekends and evenings
-    Health and wellbeing support, services and tools
-    An environment that's safe and where you can be yourself

Salary: $24.34 per hour

Mō te tūnga | The Role

As a Data Collection Specialist, you will report to a Team Leader for Data Collection and work in close partnership with other Data Collection teams, to build relationships with the business and social communities of Aotearoa, enabling the collection of data from all types of respondents via their channel of choice. The role is about providing a great user experience for respondents - one that builds trust is seamless, convenient, safe and recognises their contribution to Aotearoa.
The role has two key components.  Firstly, it involves visiting selected households to conduct face-to-face interviews.  The second requires calling or e-mailing selected businesses and/or households to conduct interviews via a channel of their choice and provide precontact support.  We will set you up to work from home, and provide you with the equipment, training, and ongoing support you need to succeed and remain safe while carrying out your work.

Mōu| About you:

• -You will have access to fast and reliable internet service at home, which will be used for work-related activity
• -    Have a current and full driver's licence and a reliable roadworthy vehicle with comprehensive insurance
• -    Strong customer focus, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• -    Flexible to work at times that suit survey participants, which may include evenings and weekends
• -    Develop knowledge of local areas and connection to different social, cultural, or business groups
• -    Digital and technical literacy and good time management skills
• -    Collaborates effectively with other teams, is self-motivated, and keen to develop new skills
• -    Promotes and practices health safety and wellbeing

If this sounds like you, express your interest today by clicking apply!

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to express your interest

We realise we're asking you to submit a cover letter and CV that encourages you to be you! We are truly committed to diversity, inclusion and lifting our cultural capability.

Please reach out to us to arrange a kōrero (chat) before you apply if that is what you need from this process.

Note: We will be screening applications as we receive them to move swiftly to interview shortly after the advert closes (depending on application numbers this date may change). You may be asked to complete a pre-interview screen via phone or video.

Check out our careers site to find out more about working at Tatauranga Aotearoa Stats NZ.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: unsolicited CVs will not be accepted, do not contact the Hiring Manager directly.

You must have the right to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand and have a valid vaccine pass to apply for this job. Pre-employment checks are part of our recruitment process.