Senior Portfolio Analystat NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) -
Join our diverse and talented people and work at the heart of national security, providing essential intelligence to the NZ government to protect New Zealand and its people.The Intelligence Community Shared Services support the Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) | Te Tira Tiaki and the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) | Te Pā Whakamarumaru in the achievement of individual and joint agency strategic and operational outcomes.The roleReady to take your next career step?This is your opportunity to help build something new, influential and forward facing.We have a newly established Enterprise Portfolio Management Office (EPMO) and we're looking for a visionary Senior Portfolio Analyst to join us and influence the direction of the New Zealand Intelligence Community (NZIC) Investment Portfolio.Join us at a pivotal time as we grow our EPMO and bring clarity and strategic insight to the NZIC.Key responsibilitiesAs a Senior Portfolio Analyst, you'll actively work with sub-portfolios to assess and report on delivery progress and risk across the enterprise portfolio of projects and programmes.
You'll play a critical role in enabling the agencies to prioritise and manage change by bringing your expertise to develop actionable advice to senior leaders and key NZIC governance bodies.Another key responsibility is supporting the NZIC to sustain and grow its organisational capabilities by providing advice and analysis that enables investment proposals to progress through our investment management system.This is a fantastic opportunity to work in an exciting and dynamic environment to help shape, and be an advocate for our practices and ensure the NZIC is well positioned to keep New Zealand safe - both now and in the future.Why work for usAlongside getting to work with other talented people, we also offer a range of comprehensive benefits which include: Medical Insurance and Vision Care packages Enhanced employer contributions to your Kiwisaver Generous Leave benefits, including additional paid days off and enhanced sick and parental leave Childcare allowance for your preschoolers Onsite free gym Opportunities for personal and professional growth and career pathways across the intelligence community Great work-life balanceWho we're looking forWe're looking for a forward-thinking professional with a passion for turning complexity into clarity.
Your experience in portfolio or business analytics, alongside performance insights reporting, will be key to your success in this role.You will ideally bring: An in-depth understanding of portfolio management principles, processes, tools and documentation.Strong ability to build relationships, work collaboratively with diverse teams and influence at senior levels. Self-motivation, innovation and a natural drive to make a difference. Comfort with ambiguity and ability to adapt to the unexpected and unique environment.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.Before you applyWorking within our unique environment means we have to ensure you're eligible for employment.You must: Have been a New Zealand Citizen for at least 10 yearsORHold a current NZ Residency Class Visa and ideally have been a citizen of the UK, USA, Canada or Australia for at least 10 years Be eligible to obtain a Top Secret Special (TSS) security clearance Ordinarily, this means you'll have a 15 year checkable background in countries NZSIS Vetting can make meaningful and reliable checks.
Still unsure? Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a TSS security clearance: http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-toolThe NZIC treats all applications for employment in the strictest confidence and we expect that you maintain a similar level of confidentiality during the recruitment process and throughout your career.We'll provide you with information and tips throughout the recruitment process, but in the meantime check out our Myth Busting booklet: https://beyondordinary.nzic.govt.nz/mythbustingThe appointing range for this role is $103,009 - $109,876.