NEMA Crisis Intelligence Analyst

Job Details

Job Req ID

NEMA - 141794

Location

ACT 

Employment Type

Ongoing, Full-time 

Classification

APS Level 5 - $88,834.00 to $96,829.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Contact Officer

Michael Radisich, michael.radisich@nema.gov.au  

Office Arrangements

Onsite  - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
 

About our opportunity

This recruitment round is for the purpose of creating a merit pool for future vacancies.

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.

About the National Emergency Management Agency

The National Emergency Management Agency's work has a real impact on the lives of Australians, particularly those living in rural and regional areas. The National Emergency Management Agency's guiding principle is “Locally led, locally understood and locally implemented” and we bring together local communities, government, non-government and key industry representatives to support disaster recovery and resilience across the country. Your work will help people who are recovering from natural disasters and prepare them for the future.

National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) was established on 1 September 2022 as a single, accountable Commonwealth authority that delivers a whole-of-nation approach to reducing disaster risk, planning, preparing for, responding to and recovering from all hazards across the emergency management continuum. 

NEMA works closely with states and territories to deliver the best outcome for communities across Australia. To help communities respond and recover, while preparing Australia for future emergencies, we:

• Fund programs and initiatives, big and small, that help communities in times of emergency, as well as to recover and prepare, including through disaster recovery funding and the Disaster Ready Fund to help reduce the risk and impact of disasters
• Have officers located across Australia, working in partnership with States and Territories to support disaster-affected communities to collectively build resilience, reduce risk and harm, and effectively respond to and recover from disasters
• Provide national leadership to share knowledge, situational awareness, and trends in disaster efforts to inform, guide and shape the national picture and decision-making at the Commonwealth, State and local Government level – including through policy development and strategy to improve risk reduction, resilience and recovery
• Provide round-the-clock all-hazards monitoring and operational coordination for domestic and international emergencies, including supply chain disruptions, critical infrastructure outages, biosecurity risks and widespread cyber attacks, and through supporting preparedness and response activities, including through the operationalisation of the Australian Government Crisis Management Framework.
   

For further information on NEMA’s purpose, vision and values, please see the NEMA website.

Overview of the branch and section

The Crisis Intelligence Section (CIS) analyses emerging and ongoing crises affecting Australia and Australian interests. The section provides all-hazards intelligence, with a focus on natural hazards and space weather events, to support evidence-based decision-making across the preparedness and response phases of the emergency management continuum. The section works with national, state, territory and local governments, as well as industry and commercial stakeholders, to deliver evidence-based, data-driven decision support.

The section delivers current operations, futures and strategic intelligence functions. Through these functions, it supports NEMA and Australian Government analysis and planning in the National Situation Room by informing decision makers, coordination and planning activities.

About the role

The Crisis Intelligence Analyst supports the development of all-hazards intelligence analysis and products that inform decision-making during crisis response. Working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, the role applies structured analytical techniques, follows Crisis Intelligence Section procedures and processes, and responds flexibly to changing priorities.

The position may require work outside core business hours during crises including participation in Crisis Coordination Teams to support effective coordination and response.

At times staff within NEMA may be required to work outside of standard business hours, particularly during the higher risk weather season.

Please note: This recruitment process is intended to create a merit pool to fill future vacancies in the Crisis Intelligence Section.

Our ideal candidate

Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong willingness to learn, sound research and analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment. We are seeking motivated critical thinkers and problem solvers who can work well under pressure, remain flexible and resilient, and can build knowledge of new subject matter. Candidates will show curiosity, judgement and initiative, with the ability to develop a deeper understanding of diverse topics and contribute effectively both independently and as part of a team.

We encourage applications from First Nations people, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age people and people from other diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing a working environment that values diversity and inclusion and supports staff to reach their full potential.

Duties and responsibilities

• Draw on a range of sources to undertake objective analysis
• Contribute to evidence-based intelligence products that support decision making
• Apply qualitative and quantitative analysis methods in a multidisciplinary environment
• Work under limited supervision and in line with established priorities to support situational awareness, planning and decision making
• Work collaboratively with team members and stakeholders to deliver agreed outcomes
• Apply analytical techniques and seek feedback to develop capability, improve tradecraft and support continuous improvement.

Role requirements/qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with sound attention to detail
• Ability to research, interpret and synthesise information to support clear written outputs
• Sound judgement and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify practical insights from complex information
• Flexibility, resilience and adaptability when responding to changing priorities, pressure and uncertainty
• Commitment to continual improvement, learning and professional development
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships
• Ability to manage tasks, work collaboratively and deliver outcomes within agreed timeframes.

Additional information

The recruitment selection process for this round may include one or more of the following:

• Applicant response
• Interview
• Work sample assessment
• Psychometric testing
• Reference checks.

Applicant response

As part of your application, you will be required to prepare a one-page response document (minimum 11pt font in Microsoft Word or PDF format), which you will upload in the next section.

Please ensure you read the instructions carefully, noting failure to address identified requirements may lead to your application being deemed ineligible.

Please prepare a one-page Applicant Response in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

• How your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role
• Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
• Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.

How to apply

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level Standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership System information relevant to the classification. You are required to submit your application in the online recruitment system (ourPeople).

As part of your application, you will need to provide:

• Your CV
• Your Applicant Response document
• Details of two referees
• Include your full name and the Requisition Number – NEMA - 141794 in the footer of any documents being uploaded.

Diversity and inclusion

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

Eligibility

To be eligible to work with the NEMA you must:

• Be an Australian Citizen
• Fulfil the Agency's minimum requirements by satisfactorily answering all screening questions during the application process and successfully undergo a National Police Check
• Obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (AGSVA) security clearance
• Satisfy a probation period (if applicable)
• Undergo a health assessment (if applicable).

Technical assistance

If you are experiencing problems submitting your application online, please email the nature of the issues you are experiencing to recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au including screen captures if necessary. A response will be sent during business hours.

Notes

The Agency offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position.

If you have identified as having a disability, please indicate whether you require any support throughout the selection process. For further information please contact recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au.