Board Direction Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer

This is a Full time job

Work in a high-impact role at the centre of leadership and decision-making.
Manage competing priorities, solve problems and make things happen seamlessly.
Take ownership of a diverse portfolio

Work in a high-impact role at the centre of leadership and decision-making.
Manage competing priorities, solve problems and make things happen seamlessly.
Take ownership of a diverse portfolio

Senior Executive Assistant delivering trusted, discreet and high-calibre support to the Chief Executive Officer and Board.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

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Executive Director

at McLaren Recruitment – in business since 1989

This is a Part time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

Competitive pay + Remote + Flexi Part-time hours

Visible, hands-on leader driving operational delivery, outcomes and impact
National peak body advancing health equity, innovation & excellence
Part-time, 30 hours over 4 days. Work remotely anywhere in NZ.

Visible, hands-on leader driving operational delivery, outcomes and impact
National peak body advancing health equity, innovation & excellence
Part-time, 30 hours over 4 days. Work remotely anywhere in NZ.

Shape the future of speech-language therapy in Aotearoa NZ. Lead strategy, governance support & professional standards for a respected national body.

Recruited byNgan Nguyen

subClassification: CEOCEO

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

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Listed two days ago

Board Secretary Special Projects & Governance

at Auckland City Mission

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$110,000 - $130,000

$110,000 - $130,000 + Mon - Fri + WFH & onsite + laptop & mobile
EAP & Supervision + career progression opportunities
Discounted op shop & freshe produce

$110,000 - $130,000 + Mon - Fri + WFH & onsite + laptop & mobile
EAP & Supervision + career progression opportunities
Discounted op shop & freshe produce

Works with the CEO, chair, Board trustees & Directors to provide governance, administrative leadership & support for the Board of Directors.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

2d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Office Operations Coordinator - Executive Support

at Ascend Recruitment Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Graduate or early-career role: learn by doing, grow into a strategic right hand
Full time | City fringe offices | Parking | Friday flexibility
Build real skills across operations, systems, strategy, and AI

Graduate or early-career role: learn by doing, grow into a strategic right hand
Full time | City fringe offices | Parking | Friday flexibility
Build real skills across operations, systems, strategy, and AI

Grow your career at the centre of one of New Zealand's most recognised subscription businesses, working directly alongside the Founder & CEO.

Recruited byKate Corkery

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed thirteen hours ago

Executive Assistant

at CFS Finance

This is a Part time job

Ellerslie, Auckland

Fantastic company culture, where our employees & customers are genuinely valued
NZ owned and operated
Lots of opportunity to support change

Fantastic company culture, where our employees & customers are genuinely valued
NZ owned and operated
Lots of opportunity to support change

This is more than a support role — it’s about being a trusted right-hand, problem solver, and culture champion all rolled into one.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

13h ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Executive Assistant to CEO (Bring your A-game + your sense of humour)

at Hāpai Tūhono Charitable Trust

This is a Full time job

Manukau, Auckland(Hybrid)

$90,000 – $100,000 per year

Executive Assistant to CEO for a kaupapa Māori organisation. Fast-paced, meaningful mahi supporting rangatahi, whānau & community.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

18d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Board of Directors

at Asian Family Services

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Paid governance role — fixed monthly fee reflecting your time and expertise
Lead NZ's foremost culturally responsive mental health organisation
Directly shape services for one of Aotearoa's fastest-growing communities

Paid governance role — fixed monthly fee reflecting your time and expertise
Lead NZ's foremost culturally responsive mental health organisation
Directly shape services for one of Aotearoa's fastest-growing communities

Shape wellbeing for NZ's Asian communities. Join AFS as a paid Board Director. Clinical, legal or research background sought. Close 1 June 2026.

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

23d ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer

at Ravensdown Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Work in a high-impact role at the centre of leadership and decision-making.
Manage competing priorities, solve problems and make things happen seamlessly.
Take ownership of a diverse portfolio

Work in a high-impact role at the centre of leadership and decision-making.
Manage competing priorities, solve problems and make things happen seamlessly.
Take ownership of a diverse portfolio

Senior Executive Assistant delivering trusted, discreet and high-calibre support to the Chief Executive Officer and Board.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

5d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Independent member - Digital Delivery and Operations Technical Advisory Group

at Ministry for the Environment

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

Join the Digital Platform Delivery and Operations Technical Advisory Group for the Programme and provide specialised advice.

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

21h ago

Listed five days ago

Group Finance Director

at ParkHelp Technologies Limited

Immediate start

This is a Part time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$230,000 – $250,000 (equivalent annual salary)

Real seat at the table — direct CEO & Board access, not a fractional cameo.
Global reach from Auckland — lead finance across NZ, US, Europe & Brazil.
Senior impact, sensible hours — 2-3 days a week with room to grow into more.

Real seat at the table — direct CEO & Board access, not a fractional cameo.
Global reach from Auckland — lead finance across NZ, US, Europe & Brazil.
Senior impact, sensible hours — 2-3 days a week with room to grow into more.

Part-time Group Finance Director. Global business, Auckland HQ, 5-country footprint, major offshore raise ahead. CFO-calibre impact in 2-3 days a week

subClassification: Financial Managers & ControllersFinancial Managers & Controllers

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

5d ago

Listed one day ago

General Manager - Operations - NZ

at Fusion Partners Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

High Influence & Impact - reporting to the NZ CEO
Lead their largest NZ team and join a sector going places!
Annual Salary + STI and Benefits

High Influence & Impact - reporting to the NZ CEO
Lead their largest NZ team and join a sector going places!
Annual Salary + STI and Benefits

Join this successful, established business, with all the benefits of an ANZ business, with a strong growth plan and direction driven by NZ for NZ.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Executive Assistant | Board Support

at New Plymouth Airport

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

Executive Assistant and Board Support role supporting the Chief Executive and Board at New Plymouth Airport.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

7d ago

Listed two days ago

Executive Officer

at Archway Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$80,000-110,000

High‑trust Executive Officer role supporting CEO, Board and leadership team
Broad scope across executive support, contracts, HR and office operations
Permanent Wellington‑based role within a collaborative, purpose‑driven organ

High‑trust Executive Officer role supporting CEO, Board and leadership team
Broad scope across executive support, contracts, HR and office operations
Permanent Wellington‑based role within a collaborative, purpose‑driven organ

Senior Executive Officer supporting leadership, Board and operations within a values‑led, professional services organisation.

Recruited byOlivia Strutton

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

2d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

EA to CFO & CPCO

at TVNZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Base salary,Mobile/Broadband Allowance

Exciting to support two Executives
Health & wellbeing support - discounted health insurance, free flu vaccination
Flexible work & connectivity support - broadband and mobile allowances

Exciting to support two Executives
Health & wellbeing support - discounted health insurance, free flu vaccination
Flexible work & connectivity support - broadband and mobile allowances

As Executive Assistant, you'll be the backbone supporting both the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) and Chief People & Corporate Officer (CPCO).

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

15d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Executive Assistant / Board Secretary

at Comcare Trust

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Professional Board Secretary/Executive Assistant providing governance support to the Board and support to the CEO and ELT in a values‑led organisation

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

18h ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Executive Officer

at Papakowhai School

This is a Full time job

Porirua, Wellington

$38 – $46 per hour

We are seeking a highly capable Executive Officer to lead our financial and administrative operations and support the Principal and School Board.

subClassification: Office ManagementOffice Management

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

21d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Executive Assistant to Group Chief Executive (Maternity Cover)

at Hamilton Airport

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Fixed Term Maternity Cover (12-13 Months)
Reporting to Group Chief Executive
Provide executive support to the Chief Executive, Board Chair and ELT

Fixed Term Maternity Cover (12-13 Months)
Reporting to Group Chief Executive
Provide executive support to the Chief Executive, Board Chair and ELT

We are on the look out for an experienced Executive Assistant to cover 12-months Maternity Leave.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

16d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Chief Marketing Officer

at Brannigans Consulting Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Auckland based

Lead and scale a high performing inbound marketing engine
Drive global brand growth
Auckland based with potential to be flexible on location

Lead and scale a high performing inbound marketing engine
Drive global brand growth
Auckland based with potential to be flexible on location

You will lead BoardPro's global marketing strategy, driving brand leadership, qualified inbound demand and international growth ambitions.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

22d ago

Listed two days ago

Executive Director

at McLaren Recruitment – in business since 1989

This is a Part time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

Competitive pay + Remote + Flexi Part-time hours

Visible, hands-on leader driving operational delivery, outcomes and impact
National peak body advancing health equity, innovation & excellence
Part-time, 30 hours over 4 days. Work remotely anywhere in NZ.

Visible, hands-on leader driving operational delivery, outcomes and impact
National peak body advancing health equity, innovation & excellence
Part-time, 30 hours over 4 days. Work remotely anywhere in NZ.

Shape the future of speech-language therapy in Aotearoa NZ. Lead strategy, governance support & professional standards for a respected national body.

Recruited byNgan Nguyen

subClassification: CEOCEO

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Head of Financial Control

at Manuka Health

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

A role with real impact
Bring New Zealand products to the world stage
Work with a collaborative and passionate team

A role with real impact
Bring New Zealand products to the world stage
Work with a collaborative and passionate team

Join Manuka Health as our Head of Financial Control, a senior leadership role with a global reach.

subClassification: Financial Managers & ControllersFinancial Managers & Controllers

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Executive Director

at Ministry of Justice

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Operate in a high-impact, nationally significant role
Drive clarity and alignment across a complex system
Contribute to long-term, system-wide transformation

Operate in a high-impact, nationally significant role
Drive clarity and alignment across a complex system
Contribute to long-term, system-wide transformation

Deliver lasting change by shaping strategy and enabling coordinated action to eliminate family & sexual violence across Aotearoa.

subClassification: CEOCEO

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Chief Executive Officer

at Build People Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland(Remote)

Engage with senior leaders from government to private enterprize
A national role, working from home and travelling as required
Become the voice of a large and very successful industry group

Engage with senior leaders from government to private enterprize
A national role, working from home and travelling as required
Become the voice of a large and very successful industry group

A stimulating and engaging opportunity to join one of the building industries most regarded associations as CEO.

subClassification: CEOCEO

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Finance Business Partner | DAILY BREAD

at Dough Boys Ltd trading as Daily Bread

This is a Full time job

New Lynn, Auckland

$125,000 – $145,000 per year

Be part of a growing bakery brand with big plans and a loyal following
Partner directly with the Board of Directors
Lead systems improvements and process transformation

Be part of a growing bakery brand with big plans and a loyal following
Partner directly with the Board of Directors
Lead systems improvements and process transformation

Commercial Finance Business Partner role supporting a fast-growing retail, wholesale & manufacturing business. Systems, strategy & growth focus.

subClassification: Financial Accounting & ReportingFinancial Accounting & Reporting

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

7d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

General Manager

at A-Ward Ltd

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$180,000 – $220,000 per year

Autonomy to drive operational excellence and technological advancements.

Autonomy to drive operational excellence and technological advancements.

Lead strategic growth across manufacturing, & innovative technology initiatives. Competitive salary, benefits, and career advancement opportunities.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

16d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Head of Financial Operations

at EROAD Limited

This is a Full time job

Albany, Auckland(Hybrid)

Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment.
Enjoy career growth and continuous learning opportunities.
Join an orgnisation in growth mode

Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment.
Enjoy career growth and continuous learning opportunities.
Join an orgnisation in growth mode

Lead global finance operations at EROAD, ensuring audit‑ready reporting, strong controls and scalable processes across NZ, AU, PH & NA.

subClassification: Financial Managers & ControllersFinancial Managers & Controllers

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

15d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Chief Revenue Officer

at Brannigans Consulting Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Lead the optimisation of an inbound SaaS revenue engine
International growth focus
Auckland-based with potential to be flexible on location

Lead the optimisation of an inbound SaaS revenue engine
International growth focus
Auckland-based with potential to be flexible on location

You will be responsible for designing, optimising and scaling BoardPro's revenue engine.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

22d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Financial Controller

at Samuel Marsden Collegiate School

This is a Full time job

Karori, Wellington

We are seeking an experienced and capable Financial Controller to join our professional services team.

subClassification: Financial Managers & ControllersFinancial Managers & Controllers

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

18h ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Community Leader (Equivalent to General Manager)

at Mt Tabor Trust

This is a Full time job

Westgate, Auckland

$130,000 – $150,000 per year

Lead a values-driven intentional community supporting people with intellectual disabilities in West Auckland

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

19h ago

Listed one day ago

Executive Partner to Co Founders

at Empathix

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

A rare seat next to the co-founders of Tax Traders & Taxi for someone who wants real influence as an Executive Partner

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

1d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Executive Assistant, Deputy Principal

at Blind and Low Vision Education Network NZ (BLENNZ)

This is a Part time job

Manurewa, Auckland

We are seeking an Executive Assistant to the Deputy Principal who will provide admin support. The position will have a strong focus on Human Resources

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

13d ago

Listed one day ago

Executive Assistant

at Mana Mahi Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Serve our Ngāi Te Rangi whānau in a role where your organisation, initiative, and heart will make a real difference every single day.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

1d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Marlborough Waters WSO Board Members

at Sheffield - Leaders for over 60 years. Est. 1961

This is a Part time job

Wellington(Hybrid)

Lead the establishment of the new Marlborough Water Services Organisation
Foundation Governance Leadership Opportunity
Intergenerational Focus and Lasting Legacy

Lead the establishment of the new Marlborough Water Services Organisation
Foundation Governance Leadership Opportunity
Intergenerational Focus and Lasting Legacy

Foundation governance opportunity for Marlborough Waters WSO - create a lasting legacy

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

13d ago

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