Recruitment and development officer - HUMINT (Human Intelligence) - Counter Terrorism Policing HQ

The role of the HUMINT recruitment and development Officer will be to support the National HUMINT Unit’s (NHU) improvement delivery plan to support Counter Terrorism Policing.

The NHU leads on implementing the CTP HUMINT Strategy with partner agencies. The NHU seeks to enhance and maximise the intelligence opportunities that HUMINT offers. To that end the NHU coordinates the CT network’s HUMINT strategic efforts to keep people safe from terrorism. This unit coordinates, advises and supports the delivery of operational responses through regionally based unit.

The role will be overseen by the NHU undercover training supervisor, but will be regionally based alongside the CTP delivery team. Whilst there will always be some workplace flexibility the focus is on enhancing the capability and delivery of UC HUMINT recruitment and development programme across the CT network.

This role will be delivering improvements identified as part of Strategic Efficiencies and Reinvestment Review uplift and CTP review, to ensure more informed decision making and transform how national HUMINT resources are coordinated and directed to support customer requirements across the CT network.

Key tasks

The post holder will be required to work with the CTPHQ National HUMINT Training portfolio and specifically to undertake direct responsibility for managing the regional recruitment, training, development and retention of staff within the CTP HUMINT capability.

The role will include the following;

• be nationally funded and managed but regionally based
• be responsible for the regional recruitment, training and development for HUMINT; including leading recruitment initiatives, talent spotting, selection, development and course delivery of the College of Policing ‘A’ courses
• working with Partners in a HUMINT training function
• development of CTP HUMINT officers in preparation for course attendance and identify areas of improvement required and provide additional support to achieve the required level of competence to pass (Foundation / Advanced)
• equip HUMINT staff with the requisite knowledge and skills to deploy effectively through continued professional development (CPD) and compulsory training
• undertake regional departmental skills audit in conjunction with the covert operations managers  (COMs) to determine broad training requirements across all NHU HUMINT roles and services
• assist HUMINT with recruitment events and presentations
• liaise closely with the National HUMINT Unit Covert HUMINT intelligence source associate trainer network, and the CTP National HUMINT Unit to optimise recruitment and development opportunities
• establish and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders (for example National Crime Agency (NCA), Regional Organised Crime Unit (ROCU) and internal stakeholders (for example CTP network) to optimise recruitment and development opportunities
• actively coordinate and facilitate HUMINT activity in conjunction with external and internal counterparts in line with National Undercover Working Group (NUWG) and National Source Working Group (NSWG) strategies
• be able to demonstrate a detailed knowledge of HUMINT tactics and case law
• have knowledge of the organisational structure and relevant working practices of the CTP / regional HUMINT structure
• provide HUMINT related presentations (requirements and working practices) and represent their unit at various forums regionally and nationally
• understanding legislation relevant to role including, Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA), HUMINT Intelligence Source Codes Of Practice, Criminal Procedure Investigations Act 1996 (CPIA), Criminal Conduct authorities, the National Standards
• intelligence Management (NSIM), Human Rights Act 1988, Management of Police Information (MoPI) and Data Protection Act 2018
• be able to achieve and maintain National Security Vetting (NSV) to Developed Vetting (DV) status and to gain STRAP induction status. [Note: Failure to achieve or maintain this will result in candidates being redeployed from this role]
• ensure all their mandatory and CPD training is undertaken and progressed
• undertake professional teaching qualifications

Additional information

Allowances are only for London-based candidates. 

Vetting

This post requires access to the most sensitive intelligence material on a daily basis. Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Developed Vetting (DV) level before taking up the post.

Additionally, this material is of particular sensitivity to the UK and its distribution must be restricted to UK nationals. In approved circumstances dual nationals (of which one element is British) may also be granted access. However, in the event that potential conflicts of interest cannot be managed the post holder will not be able to see the intelligence material and will not be able to perform their duties. For the purpose of safeguarding national security and in line with Cabinet Office Policy, supported by Section 82(2) to (4) of the Police Reform Act (2002), applicants who do not hold or acquire Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e)) or Developed Vetting (DV) clearance and meet the nationality requirements cannot be offered the post.

Confidentiality agreement

Applicants should also be aware of the need to sign a confidentiality agreement on taking up the post.

Our employee commitments

Counter Terrorism Policing aims to create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere and culture and an environment where all our people feel a strong sense of belonging and are able to reach their full potential. Where any group or individual can be and feel respected, supported and valued to fully participate and contribute to our mission of “Working to keep people safe from Terrorism”.

Inclusion, diversity and equality is at the front and centre of our approach to make the composition of Counter Terrorism Policing more representative of the communities we serve. As Counter Terrorism is rooted in Local Policing, to tackle today’s complex policing challenges, applications from across all communities are therefore essential and encouraged. Counter Terrorism Policing as a network is committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations.

Counter Terrorism Policing is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working arrangements, including part time working or job share. In addition, this role has been reviewed following learning from work during the Covid pandemic and may be done in an agile manner. In the first instance, please contact the vacancy holder to discuss how such arrangements could be accommodated (where applicable).