Intelligence Analyst at Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections), Multiple Locations

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Intelligence Analyst – National Security Intelligence

• Are you an experienced intelligence practitioner with professional curiosity and established relationships across the NZIC?
• Do you have the resilience and ability to self-manage when working under pressure?
• Can you effectively manage competing priorities and demands to deliver timely, relevant Intelligence and achieve results for the team?
• Are you a problem solver who can support a positive and productive team that is focused on service delivery excellence?
• Do you enjoy applying your analytical skills to provide decision advantage in the areas of high and complex risk? 

If you answered yes to the above, then please take the opportunity to apply!

Kotahi anō ki te kaupapa: ko te oranga o te iwi- There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and wellbeing of People.

Ngā kawenga | About the role

It is an exciting time to join Corrections Intelligence! There are a number of opportunities available in the National Security Intelligence team. The positions will work to deliver nationally consistent products which provide decision advantage in the areas of the highest security and intelligence risks – national security and harm reduction. We support our people to achieve their best and provide opportunities for professional growth and development. If you're a go-getter, enjoy working collaboratively in a challenging and fast paced environment, and believe you have these skills to hit the ground running, we would love to hear from you!

This role requires the successful applicant to hold and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance, please check your eligibility here prior to applying.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

Submit your application online and include highlights and examples in your CV and Cover Letter as to how you meet the below requirements: 

• Understanding of the strategic, operational and tactical use of intelligence
• Competency in problem solving and the ability to think critically, applying a growth mindset
• Effective self-management during complex projects
• The credibility, integrity, and personality to establish and maintain effective relationships internal and external to the Department of Corrections
• Experience and understanding of working in a National Security related area or knowledge of the custodial environment would be advantageous

A full driving licence is required as travel will be a requirement of this role. The hours to be worked are within 0700-1900 Monday-Friday and can be discussed at interview.

Auckland based role

The position reports to an Intelligence Supervisor within the National Security Intelligence team and predominantly services the prisoners of extreme risk directorate. Based in Auckland Prison, this role focuses on producing tactical and operational products to service site based decision making. You will work in partnership with your team and wider business functions to identify risks, deter and prevent harm, and support the safety of prisons. Possessing an ability to evaluate information with a sense of urgency with an ability to flex to competing priorities, you will be vigilant in ensuring the integrity of our operations by elevating concerns before issues arise in the areas of the highest and most complex risk. This role will preferably be Auckland based, or be able to demonstrate experience contributing to a high performing team remotely.

National based role

This position is within the National Security Intelligence Unit and has a specific focus on Transnational Organised Crime and Terrorism and Violent Extremism, completing operational and strategic reporting. The position will report to an Intelligence Supervisor and will work to deliver national intelligence products which provide decision advantage in the areas of the highest and most complex national security risk. This role is preferably located in Wellington, or be able to demonstrate experience contributing to a high performing team remotely.

Please specify in your cover letter which role you are applying for. 

Utu ā-tau | Salary

The midpoint of the salary range is $98,888 and the full range (85%-120%) is $84,055 - $118,666. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

Ko wai mātou | About us

Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whānau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu.

As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whānau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hōkai Rangi (https://careers.corrections.govt.nz/strategy).

To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the Corrections Intelligence team, highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples which reflect and demonstrate our organisation values.

Tono ināianei | Apply Now - Applications close Sunday 18th May 2025

If you have any questions please contact:  raewyn.hunn@corrections.govt.nz 

Interviews are scheduled between Wednesday 28 May – Friday 30 May so please ensure you are available.

To view the job description, click 'apply' and you will be taken through to our careers site, where you can view this.

All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency. Applications received via email will not be considered. 

If you want to find out more about a career with us, visit careers.corrections.govt.nz or email our team at  careers@corrections.govt.nz.