Executive Director Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

at People Passion

This is a Full time job

Kumeu, Auckland

Strong package, real impact, autonomy

Lead a growing, high-impact healthcare organisation with real influence
Executive-level role with strong Board support and autonomy
Opportunity to shape strategy and drive meaningful community outcomes

Lead a growing, high-impact healthcare organisation with real influence
Executive-level role with strong Board support and autonomy
Opportunity to shape strategy and drive meaningful community outcomes

Lead a growing healthcare team delivering mental health and disability services. Drive strategy, partnership and performance in a high-impact CEO role

Recruited byCarolyn Roberts

subClassification: CEOCEO

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

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General Manager

at Pacific Padel Ltd

This is a Full time job

Takapuna, Auckland

$175,000 package

Lead NZ's premier padel operator; four clubs, 15 courts.
$175k total package including share options for the right candidate.
Join at a pivotal growth stage - build the systems and team to scale nationally.

Lead NZ's premier padel operator; four clubs, 15 courts.
$175k total package including share options for the right candidate.
Join at a pivotal growth stage - build the systems and team to scale nationally.

Lead Pacific Padel, NZ's fastest-growing padel business. Full P&L ownership across four club locations. Shape the future of sport in NZ.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

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Listed twenty hours ago

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

at People Passion

This is a Full time job

Kumeu, Auckland

Strong package, real impact, autonomy

Lead a growing, high-impact healthcare organisation with real influence
Executive-level role with strong Board support and autonomy
Opportunity to shape strategy and drive meaningful community outcomes

Lead a growing, high-impact healthcare organisation with real influence
Executive-level role with strong Board support and autonomy
Opportunity to shape strategy and drive meaningful community outcomes

Lead a growing healthcare team delivering mental health and disability services. Drive strategy, partnership and performance in a high-impact CEO role

Recruited byCarolyn Roberts

subClassification: CEOCEO

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

20h ago

Listed six days ago

Director, Operations

at Te Ara Ahunga Ora Retirement Commission

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

A purpose-driven organisation with a great culture.
Leadership of corporate services and operational functions.
A member of the Senior Leadership Team.

A purpose-driven organisation with a great culture.
Leadership of corporate services and operational functions.
A member of the Senior Leadership Team.

A senior leadership role overseeing corporate services and operations in a values-led organisation improving New Zealanders' futures.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

6d ago

Listed one day ago

Chief Executive Officer

at Tribe (New Zealand) Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Onehunga, Auckland

Lead strategy, scaling and partnerships across commercial and public sectors
Build successful track record across funders, educators, iwi, and stakeholders
Drive impact through collaboration, evidence and disciplined execution

Lead strategy, scaling and partnerships across commercial and public sectors
Build successful track record across funders, educators, iwi, and stakeholders
Drive impact through collaboration, evidence and disciplined execution

Lead EPIT’s next phase as Chief Executive expanding commercial & other partnerships, scaling impact in innovative educational equity across Aotearoa

subClassification: CEOCEO

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

1d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

General Manager

at Pacific Padel Ltd

This is a Full time job

Takapuna, Auckland

$175,000 package

Lead NZ's premier padel operator; four clubs, 15 courts.
$175k total package including share options for the right candidate.
Join at a pivotal growth stage - build the systems and team to scale nationally.

Lead NZ's premier padel operator; four clubs, 15 courts.
$175k total package including share options for the right candidate.
Join at a pivotal growth stage - build the systems and team to scale nationally.

Lead Pacific Padel, NZ's fastest-growing padel business. Full P&L ownership across four club locations. Shape the future of sport in NZ.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

21h ago

Listed eleven days ago

Head of Operations

at CONQA

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

CONQA builds quality assurance software for construction. We need an operator ready to step into the COO seat and scale it with us.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

11d ago

Listed four days ago

Executive Leader

at Te Kawa Mataaho Public Service Commission

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

The Executive Leaders are senior system leaders within the Ministry of Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport (MCERT).

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

4d ago

Listed seven days ago

Programme Director (Transformation)

at Hutt City Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

12 - 18 month fixed term opportunity
Delivery of the initial phases of Council’s transformation
Opportunity to make a lasting impact at a city-wide level

12 - 18 month fixed term opportunity
Delivery of the initial phases of Council’s transformation
Opportunity to make a lasting impact at a city-wide level

Lead Council’s transformation programme, including delivery of our Target Operating Model and coordinating our response to reform activities.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed five days ago

Chief Advisor - Chief Executive's Office

at Wellington City Council

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Fast Paced Role Giving Strategic Advice and Process Leadership
5 Weeks Annual Leave
Diverse Values Based Workforce

Fast Paced Role Giving Strategic Advice and Process Leadership
5 Weeks Annual Leave
Diverse Values Based Workforce

We’re looking for a high-performing Chief Advisor to support our Chief Executive Office. This is a big-picture, high-trust role.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed one day ago

CEO - Cystic Fibrosis New Zealand

at Cystic Fibrosis New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Grafton, Auckland

Join a purpose driven organisation that makes a difference to hundreds of families throughout New Zealand on a daily basis.

subClassification: CEOCEO

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

1d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

EA to Deputy CE / Executive Director Corporate & Commercial Services

at Napier City Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

Salary range $79,091 - $93,048 dependant on exp

Highly experienced EA to support 2 senior leaders make real impact
5 weeks’ annual leave after 2 years service
Discounted health insurance + Retailer discounts + plenty more benefits

Highly experienced EA to support 2 senior leaders make real impact
5 weeks’ annual leave after 2 years service
Discounted health insurance + Retailer discounts + plenty more benefits

Not your average EA role! Support senior leaders shaping our city bringing structure, foresight, and confidence to fast-paced, complex priorities.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

23h ago

Listed two hours ago

Director, Local Government Sector

at Rothley

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Shape public accountability across New Zealand
Influence at the highest levels of local government
Lead a high performing team

Shape public accountability across New Zealand
Influence at the highest levels of local government
Lead a high performing team

Senior leadership opportunity to drive meaningful improvement in the performance and accountability of New Zealand's local government sector.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

2h ago

Listed two hours ago

Director, Central Agencies and Social Sector

at Rothley

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Influence the performance and accountability of central government agencies
Provide expert advice
Lead a high performing team

Influence the performance and accountability of central government agencies
Provide expert advice
Lead a high performing team

Influence the performance and accountability of central government agencies and social sector entities at the heart of New Zealand's public sector.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

2h ago

Listed four hours ago

Group Manager Corporate Services

at Energy Efficiency & Conservation Authority

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Opportunity at Tier 2 level working for a delivery focused Crown Entity
Generalist position across corporate functions
Full time, permanent role in our Wellington office

Opportunity at Tier 2 level working for a delivery focused Crown Entity
Generalist position across corporate functions
Full time, permanent role in our Wellington office

Lead critical corporate functions as a senior executive, shaping performance and culture.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

4h ago

Listed three hours ago

Project Director

at Northpower Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Competitive salary + vehicle + company perks
Passionate about working in the energy sector
Work with a well established brand

Competitive salary + vehicle + company perks
Passionate about working in the energy sector
Work with a well established brand

As a Project Director, you'll lead a portfolio of major projects, setting strategic direction and ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

3h ago

Listed four days ago

Principal Advisor - Office of the Executive Regional Director (Northern)

at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Principal Advisor aligning regional priorities, delivering insights, and engaging communities to drive integrated, equity-focused health outcomes.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

4d ago

Listed six hours ago

Personal Assistants

at The Warehouse Group

This is a Full time job

Northcote, Auckland(Hybrid)

$70,000 – $90,000 per year

Awesome Northshore location
Work with a passionate team
Excellent benefits + free carparking

Awesome Northshore location
Work with a passionate team
Excellent benefits + free carparking

As a Personal Assistant, you’ll be the heart and engine room behind your leaders.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

6h ago

Listed eleven days ago

Chief Executive

at McLaren Recruitment – in business since 1989

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Exciting Opportunity + Competitive Salary + Travel

Well-established national charity and for-purpose brand
Visible, inspiring leader delivering strategic clarity and hands-on impact
Make a difference and create meaningful outcomes for tamariki and rangatahi

Well-established national charity and for-purpose brand
Visible, inspiring leader delivering strategic clarity and hands-on impact
Make a difference and create meaningful outcomes for tamariki and rangatahi

A visible, strategic leadership role driving organisational transformation, growth, and positive impact on tamariki and the NZ education system.

Recruited byNgan Nguyen

subClassification: CEOCEO

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

11d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

at Raukatauri Music Therapy Trust

This is a Full time job

Grafton, Auckland

Values driven CEO sought. Not advertised externally since 2016, this is a rare opportunity to lead with heart, purpose, delivering a lasting impact.

subClassification: CEOCEO

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

11d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Executive Assistant - Director General GCSB

at Government Communications Security Bureau

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

EA role at the senior executive level
Utilise your professional executive and administrative support experience
Be part of contributing to the security and wellbeing of Aotearoa

EA role at the senior executive level
Utilise your professional executive and administrative support experience
Be part of contributing to the security and wellbeing of Aotearoa

If you are an experienced Executive Assistant we have an exciting opportunity for you at the senior executive level

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

12d ago

Listed seven days ago

Director

at Far North Holdings Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Opua, Northland(Hybrid)

The Bay of Islands Marina Ltd is seeking Expressions of Interest for an Independent Director.

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

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

7d ago

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