9096 - Intelligence Researcher

Although the job description states the location will be one of the regional units, please note that this vacancy is for headquarters which is based in Central London.

Overview of the job

• The post holder(s) will work in one of 7 Intelligence Units. These Units form part of a new intelligence management and analytical service for the Agency.
• Researcher(s) will support the Intelligence Analyst in developing the intelligence picture on a range of threats and risks impacting on their geographic or thematic area. Intelligence assessments will look across prison and probation contexts at ‘high priority’ offenders, offending groups and operational security vulnerabilities in their area.
• The post holder(s) will obtain, evaluate, prepare and supply information for the Intelligence Analyst, in line with priorities for the Intelligence Unit. They will also disseminate the intelligence product in compliance with relevant legislation, codes of practice, standards, procedures and guidelines.
• This post holder(s) will report to an Intelligence Analyst in the Units. The post is a flexible resource within the function and the post holder may be asked to undertake work for another Unit to respond to changes in priorities.
• These posts will be based in National Probation Service Division Offices or Public Sector Prison regional offices. Whilst each post will have a ‘base’, occasional travel to NOMS headquarters, prison establishments, prison regional offices and National Probation Service Division offices as well as law enforcement partners’ offices may be required.

Summary

• This is a key support role in the intelligence analytical function. The post holder(s) will be expected to provide high quality intelligence research to the Intelligence Analyst(s).
• The post holder(s) will need to obtain and work with large volumes of information in both written and numeric form, some of which will be held in bespoke databases. They should be confident in organising information, using software where appropriate to do this. They will also require strong numerical and written skills and an eye for detail so that information is presented accurately.
• The post holder(s) will need to build productive relationships with a range of internal and external partners in order to obtain relevant information when it is needed and manage and respond to expectations of intelligence customers.
• The post holder(s) will also require strong administrative skills and the ability to manage and prioritise their own workload.
• The post has no operational requirement. However an understanding of prisons, probation and/or law enforcement operating environment would be an advantage.
• The post holder(s) must act with the highest levels of personal and professional integrity and champion these qualities in others. They must be vetted to Security Check (SC) standards.

Responsibilities, Activities & Duties

You will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:

• Obtain and evaluate information relevant to intelligence questions from a range of sources, in line with a collection plan agreed with the Intelligence Analyst. This may include, for example: interrogating NOMS’ databases (e.g. Delius, NOMIS, OaSys, Mercury intelligence system); researching   ‘open source’ information; obtaining NOMS’ performance data; identifying relevant research (including NOMS’, wider government and academic sources); seeking expert opinion; and information held by partner agencies.    
• Prepare and supply information to the intelligence analyst. This will require organising information, using software where appropriate. Activities may include, for example: cross-referencing data sets; producing graphs, tables and charts; writing summaries of source documents; providing extracts of databases; and recording meetings/ interviews.
• Establish and maintain a catalogue of source information relevant to intelligence questions.
• Maintain a catalogue of intelligence products and a database of intelligence customers. Disseminate intelligence products in line with handling requirements and in compliance with relevant legislation, codes of practice, standards, procedures and guidelines.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to enhance the intelligence picture by seeking new sources of information and maintaining good working relationships with internal and external partners who can supply information.
• Handle all information and intelligence in line with NOMS’ policies, and relevant legislation.
• Take an active role in NOMS’ intelligence analyst community, supporting own and colleagues’ professional development.

The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The Job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary. Significant adjustments may require re-examination under the Job Evaluation scheme and shall be discussed in the first instance with the Job Holder.

Competencies

For the purposes of selection, the following competencies will be measured:

Setting Direction:

• Making Effective Decisions

Delivering Results:

• Managing a Quality Service

Engaging People:

• Leading and Communicating

NOMS Specific Skills and Behaviours:

• Acts with Integrity

Essential Skills Qualifications, accreditation & Registration  

MS Word and Excel

Strong numeracy and literacy skills

Closing Date: 31st May 2017 at 23:55 hours

If you require any assistance please call 0845 010 3508 (Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm) or e mail hr-recruitment-enquiries@noms.gsi.gov.uk. Please quote the job reference.

If you would like to discuss the role, please contact Eve Richardson on eve.richardson@hmps.gsi.gov.uk.