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.

The key duties of the position include:

- 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.

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).

Notes

The Agency offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation perks 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 ***********@homeaffairs.gov.au.

Getting to know the National Emergency Management Agency

Who we are: NEMA works closely with local communities as well as state and territory governments 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;
- work with communities, industry and non-government organisations by connecting local Regional Support Officers and other NEMA staff right around Australia, to share lessons learnt, provide awareness on navigating government services, and gain community and industry-led ideas and concepts to inform strategic policy and planning;
- 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; and
- 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.

📌 NEMA Crisis Intelligence Analyst (Australian Capital Territory)
🏢 Australian Department Of Home Affairs
📍 Australian Capital Territory