Intelligence Analyst: International Ops (6103368)

Intelligence Analyst - INTERPOL

• Based at Police National Headquarters, Wellington

• Salary - $87,306 and $91,953 dependent on skills and experience

• Office of Constable/Police Employee

• Permanent, Full time

• NAV

• JR 6103368

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Mō te tūnga | About the role

The International Services Group (ISG) supports New Zealand’s foreign policy objectives, furthers our international law enforcement interests, and contributes to disaster and emergency response and security liaison. INTERPOL is a key workgroup within ISG to enable these functions.

As Intelligence Analyst – INTERPOL, you will actively contribute to the intelligence requirements of INTERPOL Wellington (National Central Bureau), EUROPOL (National Contact Point), and support to ISG objectives, by preparing nationally-standardised strategic, operational and tactical intelligence products that inform and support prevention, intervention and enforcement activities.

Key Accountabilities:

• Maintain knowledge of current intelligence products, the organisational strategy and intelligence requirements of the unit.

• Ability to develop and contribute to a wide range of strategic, operational and tactical intelligence support and products, including regional and global reporting requirements.

• Proactively scan for, identify and analyse a wide array of information and intelligence in support of ISG objectives.

• Apply analytical thinking skills to the analysis of policing issues to identify patterns of offending and offenders and identify prevention and intervention opportunities.

• Provide advice to decision makers in the form of standardised intelligence products and briefings.

• Attend meetings and briefings to present analysis and clarify questions surrounding intelligence product when required.

• Develop and maintain an understanding of the NZ Police intelligence model and the role this position plays within it.

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.

• A sound knowledge of Intelligence practice and its application.

• An ability to work effectively in a team environment – bringing positive energy.

• Ability to deliver strategic, operational and tactical intelligence products

• Shows initiative and able to work unsupervised (reliable and dependable).

• Can work effectively and calmly under pressure.

• Able to work to short deadlines.

• Comfortable managing multiple demands from a variety of people.

Whakaritenga motuhake | Special requirements

• New Zealand citizenship, or a permanent New Zealand resident.

• Hold the NZ Diploma in Intelligence Analysis (NZDIA) or equivalent or able to complete NZDIA modules early in employment.

• You may occasionally be required to be available at short notice and to work outside of set work hours and alternative locations for operational reasons. Shift work may be required to meet operational demand.

• Hold a full driver license or be able to complete early in employment

• This role is based in Police National Headquarters. Some travel may be required.

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%20Analyst.pdf

Security Clearance Requirements

To be eligible for this role, you may be asked to obtain and maintain up to 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 tātou | 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 ināianei | 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 ā-tau | Salary

This position is covered by a collective agreement and salary will commence between $87,306 and $91,953 dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role.

If you are an internal applicant, you must apply internally through the police system. You must provide an alternative contact email address and state your future commitments should you be successful in the next stage of the recruitment process.

Please note: Deadline for applications is 5:00 pm on 25 November 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 ashna.kumar@police.govt.nz