Intelligence Analyst

New Zealand Police is working with the community to make New Zealanders be safe and feel safe. With over 13,000 staff, we provide policing services 24 hours a day, every day. We operate by land, sea and air, manage over 860,000 emergency calls a year and are always actively preventing crime and crashes.

We're working towards specific goals and targets that highlight our intent to work collaboratively with iwi and communities, other government sectors and business partners to deliver `Our Business' and achieve long-term change.

Intelligence Analyst - Security Intelligence and Threats Group

• Based at Police National Headquarters, Wellington
• Permanent / Full Time
• JR 5975706

E tu ki te kei o te waka, kia pakia koe e nga ngaru o te wa.

Stand at the stern of the canoe and feel the spray of the future biting at your face

Mo te tunga \| About the role

Security Intelligence is a functional group of the High-Risk Targeting Team (within the National Intelligence Centre). Security Intelligence comprises specialist capability in the areas of National Security, domestic extremism and acutely disaffected persons. Security Intelligence is integrated and works closely with the National Security Group, Police Districts and the cross-government National Security system.

We are looking for someone who demonstrates good analytical processes such as the use of terms of reference, collections plans, analytical tools, and stakeholder engagement. Strong written and verbal communication skills, and ability to work in a fast-evolving environment are important.

Key Accountabilities:

• Undertake analysis and produce intelligence products to address identified priorities.
• Proactively identify emerging or escalating trends.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and apply analytical techniques to interpret information and data.
• Demonstrate written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop a high standard of written reports/presentations and provide clear and concise verbal briefings appropriate to a range of audiences.
• Lead and collaborate on projects and group analysis.
• Effectively manage competing priorities and demands to maintain quality of work under strict timeframes.
• Demonstrate resilience and adaptability, with the ability to work in a high-pressure, fast evolving environment.
• Develop and maintain a wide range of positive relationships (internal and external).
• Lead by example with a committed, positive attitude towards teamwork and professional development.
• Champion diverse worldviews, different perspectives, and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, identifying opportunities to reflect these in Intelligence products.

He aha taau e kawe mai \| What you'll bring

Whilst we are looking for skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the role, we also place high importance on your state of mind, the alignment of your values with ours, your ability to contribute to and build high performing teams, and the way that you lead yourself or others.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to provide clear and concise briefings to a range of audiences
• Manage competing priorities to maintain quality of work under strict timeframes
• Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively within teams and with stakeholders
• Be naturally inquisitive and able to apply critical thinking and analytical tools to provide insight and foresight to a range of complex problems and issues.
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

This role is Individual Contributor/Emerging Leader level. You can refer to Indicators for Success for further information on the requirements

To view the position description for this role please copy and paste this link into a new browser:

Intelligence Analyst.pdf

Security Clearance Requirements

To be eligible for this role, you must obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET national security clearance.

The minimum criteria for this level of national security clearance is:

NZ Citizen who has resided continuously in NZ for the last 10 years, or:

• A Permanent Resident who has resided continuously in NZ for the last 10 years, or
• A citizen of or has resided continuously in one or more of the following countries for the last 10 years: Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, or United States of America, and has a background that can be verified by the NZSIS.

Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:

http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool

Mo tatou \| About us

New Zealand Police is the lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety. It works in partnership with individuals, communities, businesses, and other public sector agencies towards the vision of making New Zealand the safest country. Police is the government's largest front-line response agency with around 15,000 staff in large and small communities all over New Zealand and in liaison and policing development roles overseas.

Your development is highly valued at NZ Police. Our employees enjoy significant investment in their development not only at an individual level, but also at the team and community practice level. We work hard to match you with work that will both play to your strengths and challenge you in new ways.

The work you'll be engaged in is real, tangible work that directly benefits our frontline and communities. Taken all together, this means we can offer you career path opportunities to progress in your chosen profession and become a more well-rounded, experienced leader, with opportunities across the range of work we support.

To view more detailed information about our recruitment process along with further details about requirements please click below link:

Applicant Information Pack (External)

Tono inaianei \| Apply now

If this position sounds like you, click apply now and submit a tailored CV. You will be required to submit an application form. Before confirmation of hire, pre-employment checks will be undertaken which include reference, drug and alcohol testing and police vetting prior to any written offer being made.

For further information on the application process, please copy and paste this URL: https://www.police.govt.nz/careers

All applications must be submitted online and will not be accepted directly via email. All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.

Utu a-tau \| Salary

This position is covered by a collective agreement and salary will commence at $88,179.00 dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role.

Please note: Deadline for applications is 5:00 pm on the 2nd of July 2026. Applications may be reviewed prior to the close date as well as contact made with candidates.

If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact elzarie.geyer@police.govt.nz