Intelligence Capability Officer

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Intelligence Capability Officer
Do you enjoy collaborative working and finding pathways to achieve successful outcomes?

Do you lead by example and have a hands-on approach to team success?

Do you want to be part of and contribute directly to NZSIS's core intelligence Missions?
The role:
The NZSIS Intelligence Capability Unit is seeking an Intelligence Capability Officer (ICO) to join a team in NZSIS that works directly in our intelligence and operations functions.

Our ICOs are responsible for the coordination and development of operational and analytical capability within the NZSIS and this work has significant impact on our ability to achieve operational, analytical and Mission objectives.

Many of the responsibilities of this position, and the way it functions, are similar to that of a project manager which will see you working on multiple varied work streams centred on bettering our front-line operations.

Ultimately, your work will make NZSIS better at achieving our Missions by enhancing our analytical and operational capabilities.

You will work side-by-side operators and analysts to advance our Missions.
Success in this role would see you delivering operational and analytical capability that gives staff better intelligence from existing and new accesses, or even from targets that were previously too hard.
What are we looking for from you?
As an ICO we need you to act as problem solvers for the problems that others can't solve.

You will be motivated to step up when there's a challenge and be able to ask the why and the how.

You will also:
* Drive innovation and be able to multi-task and plan
* Build a strong level of trust with established teams and become a respected knowledge source and problem solver
* Enjoy juggling multiple projects and have pride in delivering solutions that directly enable our operational and analytical staff
* Have a high level of flexibility, adaptability and resilience
Although not essential, if your background includes experience in an intelligence context, operational /project management or planning, exposure to intelligence collection or analysis, relationship management and problem solving, we would strongly encourage you to apply.
The team is split between Auckland and Wellington so there is the option for the preferred candidate to be based in either of these two locations.

Don't worry; location won't act as a barrier to success as this team prides themselves on communication, collaboration and celebrating even the small wins.

You will likely be required to travel between our Auckland and Wellington locations several times a year, overseas travel opportunities are also available.


What can we offer you?
* The opportunity to work with diverse, talented, and committed people in an inclusive community
* Training and development opportunities
* Benefits include access to an on-site gym (Wellington only), subsidised vision care, free Southern Cross Healthcare and EAP support
What you need to know:
We offer comprehensive benefits, flexibility and work-life balance.

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To be eligible for employment within the NZIC you must have been a NZ citizen for at least 10 years.

Alternatively, you must hold a current NZ Residency Class Visa and ideally have been a citizen of UK, USA, Canada or Australia for at least 10 years.
You must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Special (TSS) security clearance.

Ordinarily to obtain this level of clearance candidates must have a 15-year checkable background in countries where meaningful and reliable checks can be undertaken.

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