Intelligence Analyst

Role type: Permanent, full-time

Location: Auckland

Salary range & band: General Salary Range E - $87,008 to $101,621 depending on skills and experience

About the Role - Korero mo te Turanga

The Ministry for Primary industries is seeking an Intelligence Analyst to join the Intelligence & Targeting Team. In this role you will plan, lead, and deliver intelligence products that target biosecurity risk and non-compliance across import pathways. Your work will directly inform tactical, operational, and strategic decision makers across Biosecurity New Zealand. The work of an intelligence Analyst helps mitigate threats to New Zealand's biosecurity interests and help us protect New Zealand from biological harm.

You will support tactical, operational, and strategic decisions, while working in a regulatory intelligence environment that differs from traditional agencies. You'll collect and analyse information, engage with stakeholders, and contribute to protecting New Zealand's biosecurity. The role offers strong support for professional development, and sits within a team that values wellbeing, curiosity, and collaboration.

You will be able to:

• Keep track of domestic and global issues that challenge New Zealand's biosecurity
• Derive insights from complex data using intelligence methodologies and tools
• Negotiate with stakeholders to determine priorities for intelligence products
• Maintain professionalism and seek feedback on intelligence quality and timeliness
• Build productive relationships across MPI, government and industry
• Demonstrate integrity in handling sensitive information
• Communicate clearly, especially in writing, and work well in a team
• Show curiosity, analytical thinking, and a reflective mindset
• Learn and apply biosecurity knowledge in a regulatory context
• Hold or be open to gain a New Zealand Diploma in Intelligence Analysis (to be completed in work time)

About You - Mou

You're a curious, reflective thinker who enjoys working with others to solve complex problems and support frontline decision makers. You're someone who is excited by the opportunity to apply your intelligence tradecraft in a regulatory setting, and keen to learn about biosecurity risks, import pathways, and the people who manage them.

You're a strong communicator and thrive in environments that value learning, coaching, and collaboration. You're open to new experiences and enjoy getting to know your customers to understand how the role works.

You may be from another government agency and want to dive into the breadth of experiences that MPI provides.

You are an intelligence practitioner who brings:

• Curiosity and interest in people, systems, and global issues
• Strong written communication and analytical thinking skills
• Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively in teams
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a complex, changing environment
• Integrity and professionalism in handling sensitive information
• NZDIA qualification or willingness to complete it while working
• Ability to reflect and challenge assumptions
• Interest in biosecurity and protecting New Zealand

We offer a range of development and learning opportunities and welcome an application if you think you could make a great fit.

About the Team - Mo to matou Ropu

Our team is part of the Intelligence, Targeting and Evaluation Group, working to identify and respond to risks across all import pathways.

We're a nationally dispersed team of approximately 30, across locations in Auckland, Christchurch, and Dunedin. The team includes intelligence analysts, target evaluators and target developers, all contributing to high-impact work that protects New Zealand's biosecurity.

We collaborate across regions and disciplines, using virtual tools to stay connected and build relationships. New team members are supported through mentoring, site visits and learning opportunities to build biosecurity knowledge. We value curiosity, integrity, and analytical rigour, and we care deeply about each other's wellbeing. This is a team where challenge is embraced, learning is constant, and your contribution truly matters.

About MPI - Mo te Manatu Ahu Matua

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) partners with New Zealand's food and fibre sector to be the world's most sustainable provider of high-value food and primary products.

Benefits of working at MPI - Nga hua o te mahi i te Manatu Ahu Matua

• Additional MPI leave days
• Annual Wellness payment
• Bi-annual paid eye test and contribution to the costs of corrective lenses/frames

Security checks - Nga Taki Whakahaumaru

This roles require a New Zealand national security clearance. To be considered for this role, you must meet the eligibility criteria set out below.

SECRET national security clearance

• You must be a New Zealand citizen, or hold a New Zealand residence-class visa (including permanent residence).
• You must have a minimum ten (10)-year background history that can be verified and assessed by the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) to determine your suitability for a SECRET or TOP SECRET national security clearance (as applicable).

Find out more about the national security vetting process here and access the eligibility self-check tool here.

If you do not meet these minimum criteria, we will not be able to accept your application.

Are you ready to make a difference? - Kua rite koe mo tenei mahi whaitake?

We are committed to being a good partner under Te Tiriti o Waitangi which includes working closely with iwi, hapu, whanau and hapori.

We aspire to reflect the diverse communities we serve, so we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, and identities. As an organisation, we are committed to making Manatu Ahu Matua Ministry for Primary Industries a great place to work for all.

In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values, your interest and motivations for this role, the abilities, strengths, personal attributes, and diverse perspectives you will bring to the role and this organisation, which may have also been gained outside of the workforce.

To view the position description and/or apply online, please click "APPLY FOR THIS JOB" or visit the MPI Careers Site. To apply, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain it - click here to find out more about work visa eligibility and options.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday, 12 July

If you have any questions about the role, please email Shane.Gooch@mpi.govt.nz

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