Training Advisor - Intelligence

NZ Police; Wellington, Upper Hutt, Masterton District, Porirua; On-site; NZD 104,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NZ Police is seeking an Intelligence Training Advisor to develop and deliver targeted training for Intelligence Practitioners, improving decision-making and operational effectiveness.

You will champion blended learning approaches, run scenario-based learning, and collaborate with senior leaders to ensure programs align with frontline policing needs and strategic priorities.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering intelligence training programmes.
• Proven ability to lead learning projects and teams.
• Experience with scenario-based learning, simulations, blended delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver Intelligence training to enable practitioners.
• Lead the Commissioners Priorities in frontline support and leadership.
• Collaborate with senior Police leaders and external stakeholders to maintain excellence.
• Drive continuous improvement and evidence-based training design.

Skills

Intelligence training

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Scenario-based learning

Blended learning

Education

Education-related qualification

Teacher training qualification

Leadership development program

Job description

Training Advisor - Intelligence

Based at RNZPC Constabulary/Police Employee Permanent - Full Time NAV JR6029157

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About the role

The New Zealand Police Intelligence function has a unique role to play in providing insight and foresight to enhance and support decision making capability at all levels of Police. If you are looking to take on a challenging and rewarding role at the leading edge of Police Intelligence, developing, and enabling Police Intelligence practitioners to deliver our business, while enhancing your own knowledge, skills and experience, then this role is for you.

As an Intelligence Training Advisor, you will contribute to the ongoing developmentand delivery of Intelligence Training to enable NZP Intelligence Practitioners to deliver our business. You will champion continuous improvement, ensuring an evidence-based approach to the design and delivery of a learner-centric and innovative (blended), training programme.

We are looking for people leaders who can work with the wider Intelligence Training team, business owners and subject matter experts, who are committed and focused on developing capable, connected Intelligence Practitioners equipped with the skills and knowledge to enhance operational efficiency and increase decision making capability.

Key Accountabilities

Development and delivery of Intelligence training, Leading the Commissioners Priorities - supporting the frontline, focus on core policing, leadership, and fiscal responsibility, with an intelligence perspective, Manaakitanga, building transparent relationships and enduring partnerships, through a collaborative culture.

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.

Skills, knowledge and experience in the intelligence environment, with a particular emphasis on the delivery of specialist intelligence training programmes. Proven experience in delivering scenario-based learning, practical simulations and blended learning approaches. Experience collaborating with senior Police leaders and external stakeholders to maintain excellence in intelligence training and professional development. Recent frontline policing experience, with a strong understanding of contemporary frontline policing challenges.

Special requirements

Current CPK at the rank of the vacancy you are applying for (Constabulary only).

For both Constabulary & Police Employees: Agree to enrol in a leadership programme at the advertised level, at a future date or Have qualified under CEP or a previous Career Progression Framework at the level you are applying for.

Required to hold or obtain within 6 months of appointment an education related qualification. The certificate in Adult and Tertiary Teaching can be obtained within this timeframe, upon appointment through the RNZPC.

This role is Team 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: https://www.police.govt.nz/sites/default/files/pd/11-2025/training_advisor.pdf

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.

Salary

This position is covered by a collective agreement and salary will commence between $103,836 and $109,983 dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role.

Please note: Deadline for applications is 5:00 pm on Wednesday 11th November. Applications may be reviewed prior to the close date as well as contact made with candidates.

If you have any questions about this vacancy, contact [e-mail]

All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.

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