Excited by the opportunity to take up a pivotal role in an organisation that exists to protect and advance New Zealand's way of life? It's a workplace unlike any other in the country - ordinary people doing beyond ordinary things. You'll be leading the Strategic Direction, Governance and Policy Directorate - a trusted partner of the Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) and New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS). As a member of the senior leadership teams you will have responsibility for contributing to the overall strategic directions of both agencies, and provide essential leadership on Strategy, Governance, Policy, Communications, International Engagement and Ministerial Services.

You will ensure that the GCSB and NZSIS have effective and well understood organisational strategies and governance mechanisms in place, that international engagement is well aligned with New Zealand's foreign policy and activities of key New Zealand Intelligence Community (NZIC) agencies, and that strategic communications, external and media relations are managed effectively. You will be the principal advisor to the Directors-General and provide direct support to the executive leadership and governance functions, including their accountabilities to the Minister, the Intelligence and Security Committee and key external relationships. This appointment also holds the function of Chief Security Officer for GCSB.

What can we offer you? The opportunity to work with diverse, talented, and committed people in an inclusive community Interesting and challenging work, where one week is never the same as another Ongoing professional development Benefits including access to an onsite gym and free Southern Cross Healthcare What are we looking for? Bring your public or corporate sector experience and people leadership skills and join us at the heart of national security, protecting New Zealand and New Zealanders. Demonstrated experience in a senior management role Experience and/or a demonstrated understanding of the political, social and economic environment within which the NZIC operates Strong, practical understanding of the machinery of government, including executive, parliamentary, legislative and budgetary processes Demonstrated strategic leadership and vision to work through complex issues, showing sound judgement and formulating high quality, impartial assessments Come join us We offer comprehensive benefits, flexibility and work-life balance. If you have questions about working with us, we've busted the most common myths - check out our myth busting booklet https://beyondordinary.

nzic.govt.nz/mythbusting For more information about the role and how to apply please visit our website.

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