Governance Secretariat Analyst

Analyst, Governance and Secretariat

Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand | Wellington

About the Organisation

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is New Zealand's aviation safety and security regulator, playing a critical role in protecting the travelling public, supporting the aviation sector, and strengthening New Zealand's international reputation. Alongside the Aviation Security Service — the nationwide provider for aviation security — the CAA offers distinctively different career opportunities and embraces diverse talent across all levels of the organisation.

Our vision is clear and compelling: a safe and secure aviation system, so people are safe and feel safe when they fly. Our values — Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Transparency, and Collaboration — guide everything we do. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute their best.

About the Role

As Analyst, Governance and Secretariat, you will support the Authority's governance, planning, and reporting functions by providing analysis, insights, and coordination that help the organisation operate effectively. Working with stakeholders across the CAA, you will contribute to key accountability and planning processes, maintain governance and reporting systems, and help ensure leaders have access to accurate, timely information to support informed decision-making and strong organisational performance.

This is a role for someone who enjoys working across a variety of activities and finds satisfaction in improving processes, delivering quality information, and contributing to organisational success. You will be comfortable balancing attention to detail with a broader strategic perspective, and you will bring a collaborative, relationship-focused approach to everything you do.

Key Responsibilities

• Support organisational planning, reporting, and accountability activities across the CAA
• Analyse information, trends, and risks to provide meaningful and actionable insights
• Coordinate input from stakeholders across the organisation to produce accurate and timely reporting
• Maintain and continuously improve governance, planning, and reporting systems and processes
• Develop clear, well-structured reports, presentations, and performance information for senior leaders and governance bodies
• Build and sustain strong stakeholder relationships across all levels of the organisation
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the governance and secretariat function
• Assist in the preparation and coordination of materials for governance committees and leadership forums
• Monitor and track organisational commitments, actions, and reporting deadlines to ensure accountability

What You'll Bring

You are a highly organised and analytically minded professional who thrives in a role that sits at the intersection of data, governance, and stakeholder engagement. You take pride in delivering work of a consistently high standard and are motivated by knowing your contributions directly support effective leadership and organisational performance.

To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Experience supporting governance, planning, reporting, or business performance functions within a complex organisation
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends, risks, and opportunities and translate them into clear, practical insights
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and accessible way
• Confidence working with data and systems, including Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, and Power BI
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and a genuinely collaborative, relationship-focused approach
• Sound judgement, keen attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively
• A proactive mindset with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement

Why Join Us

The CAA offers a supportive and inclusive workplace where your work genuinely matters. In addition to a competitive salary, you will enjoy:

• 5 weeks annual leave, with an additional 2 days after five years of continuous service
• Sick leave entitlements from day one of employment, plus ten days domestic leave annually
• KiwiSaver matching contributions up to 4%
• Vision assistance
• Annual flu vaccinations
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Ready to Apply?

If you are looking for a role where you can combine analytical expertise, stakeholder engagement, and organisational insight to support good governance and effective decision-making, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful contribution within New Zealand's aviation safety sector.

To apply, please complete the online application form and submit your CV and cover letter. Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process — please take the opportunity to highlight how your experience aligns with the requirements of this role.

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and equitable for all candidates. Please let us know if there is any support we can provide to ensure the