Advisor - International Strategy & Plann

Police; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 88,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

New Zealand Police is seeking an International Strategy & Planning Advisor to support NZ’s international objectives. You will provide guidance on capacity-building programmes and relations, shaping ISG’s strategy and overseeing implementation and reporting.

The role involves coordinating international visits and preparing formal briefings with clear, concise communication. The position is based at the National Headquarters in Wellington and requires readiness for international travel and a

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical abilities with clear information synthesis.
• Interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships.
• Knowledge of strategy and planning frameworks, including monitoring and evaluation.
• Knowledge of capability development programmes and/or policing internationally.
• willingness to travel internationally may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on strategy and planning for ISG’s priority areas.
• Contribute to design, monitoring and reporting of activities.
• Support planning and coordination of international delegations.
• Prepare high-quality official correspondence and briefings.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Strategy & planning frameworks

Capability development knowledge

International policing context

Travel internationally

Job description

Career Opportunities: Advisor - International Strategy & Plann (6060010)

Requisition ID6060010-Posted28/09/2026-Wellington-Permanent FT

International Strategy and Planning Advisor!

• Based at Police National Headquarters, Wellington
• Salary - $88,170 - $101,804
• Police Employee
• Permanent, Full time
• NAV
• JR 6060010

Mō te tūnga | About the role

The International Service Group (ISG) is looking for a dynamic and professional member to join its team. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in a unique part of the organisation which manages NZ Police's contribution to international security and development operations.

The purpose of International Services Group (ISG) is to:

• Support NZ’s foreign policy objectives in both the Pacific region and beyond
• Further NZ’s law enforcement interests internationally, and
• Contribute to disaster and emergency response and security liaisons

As an International Strategy & Planning Advisor you will support the delivery of these objectives by providing efficient and effective advice on Police’s capacity-building programmes and international relations.

Key Accountabilities:

• Strategy & planning: Provide advice on the planning and implementation of strategies and activities in ISG’s three priority areas;
• Programme implementation and reporting: Contribute to the design, monitoring and reporting of activities under the three priority areas;
• International engagement: Support the planning and coordination of international delegations visiting NZ Police;
• Official correspondence: Prepare quality, well written official correspondence and briefings as required.

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.

• Have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Have excellent analytical skills and the ability to summarize disparate information in a clear and concise manner
• Have strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships
• Have knowledge of strategy & planning frameworks, including monitoring and evaluation frameworks
• Preferably have knowledge of capability development programmes and/or policing in an international context
• Some international 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 be eligible for this role, you must obtain and maintain 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:

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.

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.

This position is covered by a collective agreement and salary will commence between $88,179 and $101,804 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.