Mō tēnei tūranga mahi| About this role
What you will do
The Vetting Coordinator is responsible for providing a proactive and timely service to both customers and stakeholders of the vetting process. You will provide effective and efficient analysis and processing of vetting applications in collaboration with the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS).
A typical day could include:
Responding to customer and stakeholder queries in regards to clearance applications;
Managing and processing vetting requests with NZSIS;
Ensuring the relevant exchange of vetting information / data with customers and stakeholders occurs on schedule and without errors; and
Maintaining personnel security clearance records and information.
What we need
We are looking for highly engaging people person capable of maintaining utmost confidentiality as this role has exposure to very personal information. You will be part of a collaborative team environment and will have excellent time management skills with the ability to adapt your priorities effectively to cover the variety of aspects within this role.
You will also have:
Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong customer focus;
Proven ability to work as essential part of a high performing team;
A methodical approach to work with an eye for detail; and
Sound judgement and integrity to support the identification, understanding, and management of personnel security issues.
Ideally, you will have previous experience worked in a customer facing / service delivery coordination role within NZ Government.
Who we arE
As a member of Defence Security you will contribute to the safety and security of all New Zealanders. We have opportunities in a diverse range of interesting fields. If you are agile, collaborative, curious, and not willing to accept the status quo, join us for a career where you can make a real difference.
Every hour of every day, 365 days of the year, the New Zealand Defence Force is contributing to the defence, security and well-being of Aotearoa / New Zealand. As a modern, professional military, it is our goal to maintain well trained, equipped and disciplined armed forces that can react to crisis at short notice.
Why Us
NZDF is an inclusive organisation that is open to flexible working arrangements and welcomes applications from people regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, age, beliefs/opinions, or family circumstances.
In return for your expertise, dedication and hard work, NZDF is offering remuneration reflective of your experience, along with:
Great benefits for you and your family ;
Discounts Handbook for selected retail, entertainment and service providers;
5 weeks annual leave per year;
Opportunities for career development.
How to Apply
To view the Position Description and to apply online please visit our Defence Careers website, or use the links on this page.
Please note:If you are an existing NZDF employee (excluding contractors) you must apply through our Internal Vacancies site, via the HR Toolkit.
Applications close onTuesday 26 January 2021.
Please note:Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ) and be able to obtain and maintain the required level of NZ Government security clearance for the position applied for. The minimum citizenship and residency criteria for security clearances to be granted by the NZ Defence Force are as follows:
Higher level Security Clearance
most preferably a NZ citizen whohas resided continuouslyin this country for the last10 years, OR
is a citizen of,and/or has resided continuouslyin one or more of the following countries for the last10 years: either Australia, Canada, NZ, UK or the USA;andhas a background history that is verifiable and can be assessed as appropriate by the NZSIS towards a recommendation of suitability for a security clearance at a higher level.
If you do not meet these minimum criteria, we will not be able to accept your application.
