Senior Analyst Head of Team Analysis Training Coordination, Analysis & Stra

at  Europol

ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT

This selection procedure is intended to establish a reserve list of successful candidates. It is envisaged to start using the reserve list in Q1 2025/Q2 2025.
Europol retains the right to make use of the reserve list to select candidates for similar posts within the organisation, should business needs require so.

REQUIREMENTS - ELIGIBILITY AND SELECTION CRITERIA

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• A level of education which corresponds to completed university studies attested by a diploma and appropriate professional experience of at least one year when the normal period of university education is at least three years;

OR

• Professional training of an equivalent level in a relevant area (e.g. Police Officer’s School) and after having completed the training, at least the number of years of relevant professional experience as indicated below:

Duration of professional training Professional experience
More than 6 months and up to 1 year 4 years
More than 1 year and up to 2 years 3 years
More than 2 years and up to 3 years 2 years

More than 3 years 1 year

• In addition to the above at least 6 years of total professional work experience gained after the award of the diploma.

PURPOSE OF THE POST:

The Senior Analyst Head of Team Analysis Training Coordination supervises, coordinates and gives guidance to the Analysis Training Coordination Team and is responsible for the design, organisation and/or conduct of intelligence analysis-related training, coaching and development programs to improve individual skills and organisational performance.

FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

The incumbent carries out the following main functions and duties:

GENERAL HEAD OF TEAM RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate the work of a group of individuals by effective and efficient planning, prioritisation, and scheduling of tasks and responsibilities;
• Monitor progress of work in line with key performance indicators; ensure work being produced is of high quality and meets business needs; apply corrective measures where needed;

FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

• Define and supervise the accurate and timely execution of processes and procedures to ensure adherence to corporate policies, fundamental rights, standards and data protection regulations;
• Set clear expectations and objectives and direct work towards a common goal;
• Identify, address and propose resolutions to issues affecting the team;
• Provide constructive feedback, guidance and support and coach team members;
• Encourage continuous learning and development of team members;
• Create an open, honest and inclusive team culture with respect for diversity, where team members are encouraged to perform at their best.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as the main point of contact for analysis-related courses;
• Develop, customise, deliver and coordinate data handling and intelligence analysis trainings;
• Assess training needs for data handlers and intelligence analysts, including identifying skill gaps;
• Design training materials on tools, techniques and methodologies;
• Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness and adjust and improve programs based on feedback and performance metrics;
• Create and maintain a repository of resources, tutorials, and tools for continued learning;
• Track the return on investment of training programs by measuring improvements in productivity, efficiency, or skill development;
• Monitor the analysis environment to keep abreast of emerging technologies, latest approaches and latest techniques; investigate, propose and contribute to the implementation of new solutions for criminal intelligence analysis;
• Participate in meetings, working groups and conferences and present analytical results as and when required;
• Perform any other duties in the area of competence as assigned by the line management.