Capabilities Required: Ideal candidates will have some or all of the following: significant governance experience, including experience chairing committees commercial acumen strategic thinking experience in the retail sector expertise in the customer experience, including online large organisation experience, operational experience strong people and culture experience would be an advantage Find the position specification in the link.
Young Workers Resource Centre are searching for approximately five board members and a secretary to join their board. Follow the link to express your interest.
Volunteer Roles: Treasurer & Secretary – Heart Place Hospital Heart Place Hospital is a heart-centered charity dedicated to nurturing the mind, body, and spirit of our community. We focus on supporting both those who are vulnerable and the carers and frontline workers who serve them. Through our integrative approach to healing, we aim to create a safe space for transformation, fostering deep connection and resilience. As we continue our mission, we are seeking passionate individuals to join our team in essential volunteer roles. Treasurer – Heart Place Hospital The Treasurer will oversee the financial management and planning of Heart Place Hospital, ensuring we maintain a strong financial position to support our mission of caring for both our most vulnerable and the frontline workers who support them. This role involves preparing financial reports, managing budgets, and advising on financial decisions, while ensuring transparency and accountability to the board and external stakeholders. 🔹 Key Responsibilities: Manage financial accounts and reporting systems Prepare and present financial reports to the board Advise on budgeting, funding, and investment decisions Ensure compliance with financial regulations and audits Attend bi-monthly board meetings to provide financial insights Support fundraising initiatives through financial guidance 🔹 Ideal for someone with: Financial management/accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and a passion for financial integrity in the nonprofit sector. Secretary – Heart Place Hospital The Secretary ensures the smooth administrative functioning of our board and committees, keeping everything organised and compliant. This role is crucial in maintaining clear communication, proper documentation, and legal governance, enabling us to continue our work in caring for carers and supporting the frontline workers who are there for our most vulnerable. 🔹 Key Responsibilities: Organise board meetings, prepare agendas, and distribute materials Take and circulate minutes for approval Maintain records and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements Attend bi-monthly board meetings to provide administrative support Support the chairperson and CEO with board communications 🔹 Ideal for someone with: Strong organisational and communication skills, attention to detail, and experience in administrative support (especially in a nonprofit setting). Both roles offer the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those Heart Place Hospital serves, especially our frontline workers who dedicate themselves to caring for our most vulnerable. Starting as a volunteer role, there is potential for paid opportunities as we continue securing funding and partnerships. By stepping up, you’ll help free up time for us to continue delivering transformational work that supports our carers, frontline workers, and the community we cherish. 💌 Ready to make a difference? Email your CV to kiaora@heartplacehospital.org.nz today!
Intent The Trust Board is collectively responsible for governing Te Whaitipu Counselling (previously known as Mid North Family Support), being a link between the organisation and key stakeholders, and supporting its growth as an organisation. It sets the vision and ensures Te Whaitipu Counselling (TWC) adheres to its kaupapa; and complies with its legal, ethical, and financial obligations. The Trust Board delegates the day-to-day management to the General Manager. However, it remains accountable for the performance of TWC and monitors and supports management in an on-going way. Purpose Trustees act as voting members of the Board with full authority and responsibility to develop and implement strategies and supporting policies to enable it to fulfill the objectives set out in the Trust Deed. The Role and Responsibilities This is a voluntary role and Trustees will generally reside in the Mid North area of Te Tai Tokerau Northland. Trustees are required to undergo regular NZ Police vetting. Each individual Trust Board member is expected to: · know the Whakataukī, Mission and Vision of TWC as well as understand its collective purpose · adhere to the principles and responsibilities as set out in the Trust Deed and the Governance Policies · read and understand the performance reports and board materials in advance of meetings · prepare for, attend and actively participate in board meetings · maintain good relationships with other board members and respect their voices around the tipu · complete a conflict-of-interest disclosure, update the Chair with any new potential conflicts before meetings and any actual conflicts during hui · maintain confidentiality of all information discussed in Board hui, performance reports and other internal matters of TWC. Collective Responsibilities of the Trust Board include: · monitoring the implementation of the strategic plan and management’s performance against this · ensuring a robust risk management system is maintained · overseeing the financial management, internal controls and performance reporting of TWC · regularly reviewing the board’s structure and composition to ensure that those around the tipu are appropriate for the organisation · appointing and managing the performance of the General Manager · having a succession plan for the General Manager in place. With questions or to apply, contact Linda Noble: linda@tewhaitipu.co.nz
We are seeking 2 passionate and dedicated Trustees to join our Board. Our Trust Board is made up of people who are dedicated to community empowerment through our mission of connecting and supporting communities to reduce waste in Tāmaki and Maungakiekie areas of Tāmaki Makaurau. Initially a grassroots organisation, the Charitable Trust was formed in 2017 and has been leading waste reduction action projects, community events and environmental education over Glen Innes, Panmure, Onehunga and Oranga connecting and networking with similar organisations across South and East Auckland. This is a voluntary role with a time commitment of around 4-6 hours per month. Board meetings are held monthly either in person or online. The ideal candidate will have: A strong commitment to our mission and values Experience or desire to learn in nonprofit management, governance, or a relevant field Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Experience working collaboratively and building relationships with others Have a local and vested interest in the area A strategic mindset A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and interest in supporting our journey for Te Ao Māori As a Trustee, you will be responsible for: Ensuring the organisation operates within its mission and values Helping set the direction of the organisation and measuring performance Participating in Board meetings, training and community events Fostering relationships with key stakeholders Making decisions that impact the organisation’s direction and future success This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on meeting national and council goals to be zero waste by 2040 and reduce carbon emissions to zero by 2050, gain leadership and governance experience, and network with like-minded individuals. If you have a passion for local community causes and a desire to make a difference, we encourage you to express your interest. Please email your CV and a cover letter to board@tamakiwrap.org.nz outlining your interest in this role and what qualities you bring to the role. Expressions of interest close Friday 28th March 2025. However we will review applications when received so please apply at your earliest opportunity.
4-6 hours per month Are you passionate about the environment and community engagement? The Beautification Trust is seeking dedicated Trustees to join our Board and help provide strategic direction, oversight, and support to fulfil our mission: connecting and empowering communities to learn, love, and look after our environment. To learn more click this listing, and to apply email admin@beautification.org.nz
• MidCentral regional primary health organisation • Successful, innovative health sector leader • Revised location and sector criteria and increased remuneration Mō mātou | About Us THINK Hauora provides innovative primary care to over 180,000 people across the MidCentral region. Our strategy is grounded in both the NZ Health Strategy and NZ Māori Health Strategy and has seen us go from strength to strength. The organisation has a strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and to working in partnership with tangata whenua as well as Iwi/Māori and Pacific Providers. We have highly skilled transdisciplinary teams, strong locality networks, specialist mental health support and exceptional systems and technology. Ko wai koe | About you Our Board Chair will be an experienced governor with Chair experience, a skilled facilitator, leader and strategic thinker. You’ll balance commercial acumen with a deep care for communities and equity. Experience in the health or social services sector would be highly advantageous but not essential, as there is strong sector expertise on our board. A connection to the Mid-Central region (Palmerston North – Otaki – Feilding – Horowhenua – Levin) would be helpful but other regionally based candidates with easy access to the region, would also be well received. Most importantly will be your alignment to our values, to our kaupapa and to working in partnership with iwi and community. The time commitment would be 2-3 days per month with Board meetings held approximately 8 times a year in Palmerston North, along with subcommittee responsibilities. This remuneration for this role has recently been reassessed and is now more in line with the market. Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply For a copy of the information pack please email Jo Bell or Amy Tea at info@amytea.co.nz To apply, please email your cover letter and CV to apply@amytea.co.nz Applications close Tuesday 11th March You must have the right to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand to apply for this position.
Join the Taupō Budget Advisory Service Board! Are you passionate about empowering your community and making a positive impact in Taupō and Tūrangi? Taupō Budget Advisory Service is seeking dedicated and motivated individuals to join our Board. As a member of our board, you’ll play a key role in shaping the direction of our vital services, supporting individuals and families with financial mentoring, community education, and advocacy. What we’re looking for: • Strong community spirit and a desire to help others • Experience in governance, finance, community development, or law is beneficial but not required • A commitment to the values of confidentiality, empathy, and social responsibility • Fresh ideas and a passion for making a difference What you’ll gain: • The opportunity to contribute to a well-established and respected charitable organization • Professional development and governance experience • The satisfaction of helping to improve the lives of those in need in our community If you’re ready to make a real difference and become part of an incredible team, we’d love to hear from you! To apply, or for more information, please contact: Christine Singer – Manager Email: christine@tbas.org.nz Phone: 027 299 0671 Applications close: 21 March 2025 Be a part of something special—help us build a stronger, more financially literate community in Taupō!
Appointment commencing mid-2025 to assist with future board succession Contribute to the ongoing success of New Zealand’s leading opera company Auckland based role ideally Mō mātou | About us New Zealand Opera’s purpose is to enrich the cultural life of Aotearoa. By telling stories through the power of the human singing voice, New Zealand Opera exists to serve our communities, our artists, and our artform, ensuring a vibrant and sustainable presence for opera in New Zealand. Our values of Mana Toi | Celebrating Aotearoa; Mahitahi | Collaborative; Manaakitanga | Connected; and Auahatanga | Distinctive; underpin all that we do. As a company that has toured the country since 2000, we have presented more than 500 stage, touring, festival and concert performances to a combined audience of more than 800,000 and continue to build on our success. Community is our heart, audiences are our reason for being and artist development is our future. Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role We are seeking a new Board member to assist with future succession with a couple of longstanding members stepping down towards the end of the year. As an experienced governor, with Chair experience, you’ll bring strong commercial and strategic acumen and a deep interest in the arts sector, an understanding of fundraising and philanthropic connections. Your strengths in facilitation, fostering collaborative board relationships and ability to represent the company adeptly through regular engagement with our stakeholders and staff, will be key to your success. An Auckland based board member would be beneficial, for both geographical spread amongst our board members and with the Head Office team located there. A genuine interest in Opera and/or the arts, a commitment to our Kaupapa and values and high expectations around engagement and attendance will be important to us. This is a voluntary position. Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply For a copy of the information pack please email Jo Bell at info@amytea.co.nz To apply, please email your cover letter and CV to apply@amytea.co.nz Applications close Sunday 9th March. You must have the right to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand to apply for this job.
Rivercare Group Te Wai o Pareira are an active conservation charitable trust. They are on a mission to restore the wellbeing of Te Wai o Pareira. Although described as a disturbed environment, Rivercare Group passionately believe that this waterway and its surrounding communities could and should enjoy cleaner, healthier water. The health of the awa is intrinsically linked to the health of the community and the abundance of animal and plant life that surrounds it. Rivercare Group have made it their mission to restore the mauri, the lifeforce of Te Wai o Pareira. They are seeking an additional trustee, to learn more and apply contact Alan Clist on 0220616018 or alan@rivercaregroup.org
Manawatu Multiple Sclerosis Society, MMSS is based in Palmerston North. We have a monthly committee meeting in our Palmerston North headquarters. Our area covers from Taihape to Otaki and includes Tararura. We have two full-time staff and one part-time cleaner. Our Community Advisor does mostly home visits to assess the wellbeing of people who have been diagnosed with Multiple sclerosis, of which there are 200 members. Our President chairs the meeting and manages the staff in connection with the Office Manager. Computer skills essential. Zoom meeting are possible. The timing of the meeting is dependent on the committee members’ commitments and is variable as we are a volunteer committee. If you are interested in this role and would like to put yourself forward for it please contact margaret.shepherd.50@gmail.com
On behalf of the shareholding Ministers, the Treasury is inviting applications from people with governance capability who can bring a fresh perspective to the Board of Landcorp Farming Ltd (trading as Pāmu) from their career and life experience. Applicants must have the necessary capabilities that enable them to meet the requirements of a director in terms of the Companies Act 1993 and other relevant legislation. They must be able to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, attributes, behaviours, and personal qualities critical for organisational stewardship and required for particular roles on the Board. For a full list of capabilities applicable to Crown companies and SOE boards go to: What we look for – Board Appointments. Capabilities Required: Significant governance roles in large and complex organisations. Sound commercial acumen, including: portfolio and capital management to identify and assess opportunities to drive performance while mitigating risks long-term strategic planning. Strong stakeholder engagement, networks within the agricultural sector, iwi, and Government. Understanding of the machinery of government.
Takapuna North Community Trust and Pupuke Birdsong Project is seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our Board of Trustees. As a community-led initiative, we’re committed to creating connected communities, preserving our natural environment, and fostering a shared love for sustainability. If you are interested in the role, please follow the link or email chair@takapunatrust.org.nz
InsideOUT Kōaro is a national charity providing education, resources, consultation and support for anything concerning rainbow and takatāpui communities. They offer guidance, professional development and workshops for schools, workplaces and community organisations across Aotearoa. InsideOUT Koāro has a Board of Trustees hailing from across Aotearoa and operating within a ‘for youth, by youth’ framework. They are recruiting for a Youth Trustee, to apply click this listing.
Since 2009, Life Education Rodney has successfully delivered the Life Education programme from Waimauku to Orewa and Mangawhai. The small team that raises money to deliver the Healthy Harold education programme in schools across Rodney are recruiting for a Trustee to join them. Email us John Davies for an information pack on joining the Trust: johnd@lifeedrodney.org.nz
If you have board experience/ comparable experience, and support the Vision/Mission of Intersex Aotearoa and have lived experience of/ allied with being Intersex/ Ira Tangata or having variations of sex characteristics or are willing to learn, Please email: info@intersexaotearoa.org for an expression of interest form
Kilbirnie Community Centre are seeking a Chairperson and new trustees to join their board in 2025! Their vision is a diverse and vibrant community which promotes well-being and where everyone is able to participate and socialise in a safe and respectful environment. If you are interested in supporting your community and would like to know more contact Mitch Carroll. Phone: 0212558802 Email: chairperson@klbcc.org.nz
Oxytocin Trust are looking for an organised Secretary to help keep their friendly and creative Trust Board up-to-date with minutes and meetings. As you would also become a Trustee, Oxytocin Trust are looking for someone who wishes to join their work supporting and nurturing both new families in the Hutt Valley, and the maternity staff who care for them. Time commitment is 4 hours a month. The main job requirements of the secretary are to: Attend Trust board meetings (2 hours every 2 months) and be an active Trustee. Prepare an agenda and circulate board papers via email Help with preparing the annual report (this will be the 2024/2025 report in early/mid-2025) Help the busy trust board members to keep track of tasks and meetings. For more details, please complete this form https://hmat.infoodle.com/f/BInterestedInBeingTrustee or contact: oxytocintrust@gmail.com.
Would you like to help your community be resilient and more connected? Greater Wellington Neighbourhood Support needs two new trustees to sit on their Trust Board. Neighbourhood Support works across New Zealand to connect residents to each other and into their wider community. Over 200,000 households are members of Neighbourhood Support! As well as Neighbourhood Support groups, the organisation is involved in community events, resilience and safety planning. They work closely with Councils, Police, FENZ and many many other community organisations. If you are interested in community resilience and safety, and have good networks (or would like to develop them!) they would love to hear from you. The Trust meets online for an hour approximately every 6 weeks. They hold one in-person strategic planning meeting each year. Outside meeting times, trustee involvement is up to the individual, depending on what they are wanting to contribute (e.g., financial oversight, meeting with funders). Greater Wellington Neighbourhood Support would love to hear from anyone who lives in the Wellington region who wants to know more. Please email the chair, Sara Williams with any questions or expressions of interest. sarawnz@gmail.com.
About us Waka with wings dedicated to empowering youth through education and opportunity! Our project stems from a shared passion for supporting the next generation and providing them with the tools and resources they need to succeed. Whether it’s helping youth sports teams and athletes, facilitating cultural performances, or supporting STEM studies and apprenticeships, we believe in investing in the future leaders of our community. About the role This role is for a strategic thinker with experience in kaupapa Māori. We are currently laying the foundation and focusing on youth development. For more details, please contact Alan Solomon at alan@wakawithwings.com Phone 073461008
