135 development executive jobs in New Zealand - Contract Temp

Passionate about the natural environment
This role can be based in Wellington or Christchurch
Salary range $128,449-$142,721 (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience

Join us and help strengthen New Zealand’s ability to prevent, prepare for and respond to wildfires.

subClassification: Emergency ServicesEmergency Services classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Listed two days ago

Digital Marketing Executive - Paid Media & Performance (12m Fixed Term Contract)

at SKY TV

This is a Contract/Temp job

Help bring Sky's purpose to every household in Aotearoa, through sharing stories, sharing possibilities and sharing joy.

subClassification: Digital & Search MarketingDigital & Search Marketing classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

2d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Housing & Client Advocate

at Emergency Accommodation NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Department of Internal Affairs

$30 – $45 per hour

Help Rebuild Lives. Building Your Career, Because we can.

subClassification: Housing & Homelessness ServicesHousing & Homelessness Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

19d ago

Listed three days ago

Recruitment Lead - E26 Programme Team

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

Fixed-term position to 29 January 2027
Lead a significant recruitment programme
Unique opportunity to shape the staffing of the 55th Executive

Recruitment Lead - Election 2026 Programme Team

subClassification: Recruitment - InternalRecruitment - Internal classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

3d ago

Listed six days ago

Director of Infrastructure & Development

at Local Partnerships

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$210,000 – $220,000 + super + car + benefits (AUD)

Major infrastructure investment already funded and ready to deliver
Executive Leadership Team role with broad strategic influence
Enjoy an outstanding high country lifestyle with affordable living

Lead major infrastructure projects while enjoying the lifestyle of one of regional Australia's most beautiful high country communities.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Head of Enterprise Planning and Integration

at Ryman Healthcare

This is a Contract/Temp job

Report directly to CEO and work closely with the Senior Executive Team
Christchurch based, 24-month fixed term appointment
Few roles offer this level of enterprise visibility, CEO proximity and influence

Report to the CEO and shape how a large, complex business plans, prioritises and delivers as one enterprise through integration and alignment.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

11d ago

Listed two days ago

Sales Manager (12 Month Fixed Term)

at Universal Homes Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Albany, Auckland

Immediate Start
Supportive Working Environment
A Trusted Brand with Proud History

We’re hiring a Sales Manager on a 12-month fixed term contract. This role is required to ensure a strong closeout of current inventory.

subClassification: Commercial Sales, Leasing & Property MgmtCommercial Sales, Leasing & Property Mgmt classification: Real Estate & Property(Real Estate & Property)

2d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Key Account Executive - Fixed Term Contract

at Mars New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ellerslie, Auckland(Hybrid)

Great development opportunity, take direct ownership of key accounts
Open to industry background. Opportunity to join FMCG!
Great office location, hybrid working. Parking onsite

Support our Customer Development Leader, manage your own accounts. Build your career & help foster strategic customer partnerships for Pet customers

subClassification: Account & Relationship ManagementAccount & Relationship Management classification: Sales(Sales)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Wildfire Specialist – Fixed Term – Wellington or Christchurch

at Fire and Emergency New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Cultivate – SEEK Medium Agency of the Year 2023 & 2024

Passionate about the natural environment
This role can be based in Wellington or Christchurch
Salary range $128,449-$142,721 (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience

Join us and help strengthen New Zealand’s ability to prevent, prepare for and respond to wildfires.

subClassification: Emergency ServicesEmergency Services classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Programme Manager

at Watercare Services Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newmarket, Auckland

Income protection and life insurance.

Make a real difference to the future of Auckland.
Great culture with a work/life balance.
2 year fixed term

You will lead the design and delivery of practical, enduring improvements across Watercare's growth and development system.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management classification: Engineering(Engineering)

19d ago

Listed four days ago

Executive Assistant

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Tribe (New Zealand) Limited

$62-68 per hour

Immediate start temp role - high potential to go permanent
Right-hand support to a nationally prominent, purpose-led CEO
Where your EA expertise creates real impact for real people

Senior EA role supporting a nationally prominent CEO — temp to perm, immediate start. Purpose-driven organisation.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

4d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Lead Projects & Acquisitions

This is a Contract/Temp job

Takapuna, Auckland

Global Remit, Work Alongside the MD

Sole-charge, with direct, regular access to the Managing Director
A credible long-term path toward senior leadership within the business
International market, project & acquisition exposure

A newly created role offering the chance to drive and acquisitions at the centre of a privately-owned global trading business.

subClassification: Corporate DevelopmentCorporate Development classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

18d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Design & Build Consultant

at Green Homes New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Competitive salary package with performance incentives
Direct access to decision makers, no corporate bureaucracy
Play a key role in our Auckland growth plans

Help Auckland families build healthier, high performance homes while creating opportunities and driving business growth.

subClassification: Sales Representatives/ConsultantsSales Representatives/Consultants classification: Sales(Sales)

3d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Community Flood Resilience Programe Lead - Ethnic Communities

at Earth Action Trust

This is a Contract/Temp job

Western Springs, Auckland

$30 – $35 per hour

Meaningful work creating lasting environmental and community impact.
Real opportunities to shape a growing organisation.
Build partnerships with vulnerable communities, council and local residents.

Own and grow a leading community flood resilience programme while helping shape the next chapter of a small, fast-growing environmental charity.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

19d ago

Listed twenty days ago

GM Sport, Events & Partnership

at TVNZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Base salary,Mobile/Broadband Allowance

Hybrid way of working
Health & wellbeing support - discounted health insurance, free flu vaccination
Join one of New Zealands well loved media/news companies

If you're a commercially savvy leader with a passion for sport,content & audience growth, excited by the opportunity to shape the future of sport

subClassification: ManagementManagement classification: Advertising, Arts & Media(Advertising, Arts & Media)

20d ago

Listed two days ago

GVDN Project Manager - BRAVE Project

at The University of Auckland

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Merlin Entertainments Group

Competitive salary + Incentive + 6.75% super

Unique and rewarding role
Contribute to global health
Great benefits

This is an opportunity to deliver the BRAVE project, a high-profile international research initiative led by the Global Vaccine Data Network

subClassification: Management - UniversitiesManagement - Universities classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

2d ago

Listed six days ago

Marketing Executive SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's

This is a Contract/Temp job

Orakei, Auckland(Hybrid)

Build your career in a unique and fun environment
Join a global industry leader and enjoy our benefits
Fixed-Term role based in our iconic SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium

We have a unique opportunity to join our passionate team as a Marketing Executive at SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's in a Full-Time, Fixed-Term role!

subClassification: Brand ManagementBrand Management classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

6d ago

Listed five days ago

Innovation Project Lead

at Ballance Agri-Nutrients

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

An exciting role helping shape the future of farming.
Turn great ideas and science into outcomes for NZ farmers and growers.
Be part of a great team.

Lead innovation projects from concept to launch, partnering across teams to deliver value for Ballance, customers and shareholders.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

5d ago

Listed three days ago

EA/Business Manager

at Tribe (New Zealand) Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Takapuna, Auckland

4-day work week, weekly pay cycle!

Temp role until mid-December, part time M-Th 8:30-5pm
Broad role with EA and office management duties
Collaborative, down-to-earth team

Manage executive administration, coordinate office operations, and support senior leaders in a varied EA role

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

3d ago

Listed ten days ago

New Home Consultant

at Fletcher Living

This is a Contract/Temp job

Albany, Auckland

Seeking a sales professional with a strong interest in residential housing
12-month fixed term opportunity
Must be available to work weekends as part of a roster

Exciting, fixed term opportunity for a customer-oriented person to join our Auckland Central/North sales team as a New Home Consultant!

subClassification: Residential SalesResidential Sales classification: Real Estate & Property(Real Estate & Property)

10d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Strategy Implementation Partner

at Strategize Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Cultivate – SEEK Medium Agency of the Year 2023 & 2024

Are you looking for a new challenge to create great results for medium to large business owners? Do you have a broad business knowledge?

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

11d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Advisor, Strategic Commissioning

at ACC New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington(Hybrid)

$107245 - $131077 p.a.

Lead strategic commissioning advice across complex, system-level challenges
Influence health and commissioning reform at an enterprise and sector level
Work with senior leaders to deliver future-focused outcomes for New Zealanders

Shape ACC's treatment and rehabilitation commissioning through strategic advice that influences enterprise and system outcomes.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

2d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Executive Assistant

at Huntress Recruitment Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newmarket, Auckland

Immediate Start + Exciting Culture

Immediate start available
Flexible working arrangements
Work for an organisation with a strong sustainability focus

Fast-paced Executive Assistant role supporting a CEO and leadership team. Varied position with board coordination and office management.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

11d ago

Listed five days ago

Admin Lead

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lead a close-knit team of 5 in a meaningful public sector role
6-month fixed term | office-based | real scope to improve processes
People-first leadership role where your impact will be immediate

Admin Support Lead | Public sector | 6 months | Lead, develop, and improve — a hands-on people leadership role with genuine impact.

Recruited byCharly Jones

subClassification: Office ManagementOffice Management classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

5d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Communities and Partnerships Lead

at Auckland Pride

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Fire and Emergency New Zealand

$90,000 per year

We are seeking a passionate community connector and engaging storyteller to join our team as the Communities and Partnerships Lead.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

30d+ ago

Listed eleven days ago

Senior Project Manager

at Momentum Consulting Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Hourly rate contract to 30 June 2027
Multi workstream programme
Established delivery team

A large public sector organisation is seeking a Senior Project Manager to play a pivotal role in a major digital transformation programme.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

11d ago

Listed ten days ago

Executive Assistant to Region Manager – Fixed Term – Wellington

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Ministry for Ethnic Communities

Gain a wide range of experience working collaboratively with the wider EA team
Work in a dynamic setting where one day is different to the next
Salary range $85,150 - $94,612 (pro rata) dependent on skills and experience

Stay one step ahead of the Region Manager's needs while maintaining a high level of discretion and professionalism.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

10d ago

Listed nine days ago

Team Coordinator (Executive Support & Business Operations)

at Hays | Office Support

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

$68660 - $83003 p.a.

3 month temp opportunity
Part time hours available
Competitive rate

Team Coordinator (Executive Support & Business Operations) Wellington | Part-Time Temporary Opportunity | 3 Days Per Week

subClassification: Office ManagementOffice Management classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

9d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Executive Support Advisor

This is a Contract/Temp job