Governance Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Manager, Strategy and Performance

This is a Full time job

Brand new position
Lead organisational strategy and outcomes frameworks
Based in our Wellington office

Brand new position
Lead organisational strategy and outcomes frameworks
Based in our Wellington office

A brand new role leading a team of high performers focussed on developing strategic frameworks, performance outcomes and governance planning

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Business Support Administrator (0.8 FTE)

at JOYN

This is a Part time job

Ellerslie, Auckland

$64k - ($80k FTE)

A varied role with scope to grow
Supportive, collaborative team environment
Convenient location with free onsite parking, staff discount scheme

A varied role with scope to grow
Supportive, collaborative team environment
Convenient location with free onsite parking, staff discount scheme

Combine PA support, governance coordination and project work, with real opportunity to grow your career

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

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Listed fourteen hours ago

Company Secretary

at Humankind

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This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

You will have real impact on major outcomes
Highly agile work environment
Work cross functionally to provide consistent and well informed advice.

You will have real impact on major outcomes
Highly agile work environment
Work cross functionally to provide consistent and well informed advice.

An opportunity for career defining work by contributing to a programme of national significance.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14h ago

Listed three days ago

Governance Advisor

at Ministry of Education

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Coordinate information, provide quality assurance and support processes.
Help ensure effective flows and management of information.
Develop your experience of working with statutory Boards and senior leaders.

Coordinate information, provide quality assurance and support processes.
Help ensure effective flows and management of information.
Develop your experience of working with statutory Boards and senior leaders.

Support the Agency to fulfil its core role being the secretariat to the Authorisation Board, providing quality advice.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Independent Member - Audit and Risk Committee

at Auckland Council

Expiring soon

This is a Part time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Deliver trusted audit and risk assurance for Aucklanders
Safeguard public value
Oversee Ethical conduct and compliance

Deliver trusted audit and risk assurance for Aucklanders
Safeguard public value
Oversee Ethical conduct and compliance

Shape Auckland's governance. Independent Audit & Risk Committee role. Strategic impact, flexible hours, competitive remuneration.

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

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

11d ago

Listed seven days ago

Manager, Strategy and Performance

at Office of the Ombudsman

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Brand new position
Lead organisational strategy and outcomes frameworks
Based in our Wellington office

Brand new position
Lead organisational strategy and outcomes frameworks
Based in our Wellington office

A brand new role leading a team of high performers focussed on developing strategic frameworks, performance outcomes and governance planning

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Finance and Governance Coordinator

at Growing Future Farmers Trust

This is a Part time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

Help power GFF’s finance and governance engine room and support future talent in New Zealand’s food and fibre sector.

subClassification: Financial Accounting & ReportingFinancial Accounting & Reporting

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

17h ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Executive & Governance Coordinator

at Better HR Co.

This is a Full time job

Newstead, Waikato

$75,000 - $85,000

Provide executive & governance support to the Diocesan Manager.
Oversee compliance, office operations, and stakeholder coordination.
Support key projects and ensure smooth diocesan administration.

Provide executive & governance support to the Diocesan Manager.
Oversee compliance, office operations, and stakeholder coordination.
Support key projects and ensure smooth diocesan administration.

Senior role supporting executive, governance, and operations across the Diocese. High-impact, autonomous, and strategic.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

14d ago

Listed one day ago

Executive Assistant - Operations Manager

at K2Recruit Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$85,000 – $95,000 per year

Senior executive support and operational leadership role
Support sport and physical activity in a purpose led organisation
Join a flexible, values driven organisation with strong team culture

Senior executive support and operational leadership role
Support sport and physical activity in a purpose led organisation
Join a flexible, values driven organisation with strong team culture

Senior EA & Operations leader role partnering with CE & Board to drive systems, people, and performance in a purpose-led organisation.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

1d ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Senior Advisor - Performance Framework

at Younity

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$120 per hour

6 month contract, starting asap
Improve reporting on performance organisational wide
Wellington based role, hybrid WFH environment

6 month contract, starting asap
Improve reporting on performance organisational wide
Wellington based role, hybrid WFH environment

Help develop a Regulatory Performance Framework and associated documentation.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

20h ago

Listed three days ago

Business Support Administrator (0.8 FTE)

at JOYN

This is a Part time job

Ellerslie, Auckland

$64k - ($80k FTE)

A varied role with scope to grow
Supportive, collaborative team environment
Convenient location with free onsite parking, staff discount scheme

A varied role with scope to grow
Supportive, collaborative team environment
Convenient location with free onsite parking, staff discount scheme

Combine PA support, governance coordination and project work, with real opportunity to grow your career

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

3d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Transition Manager

at Kidz Social Services Charitable Trust

Expiring soon

This is a Part time job

Pukekohe, Auckland(Hybrid)

$105,000 – $110,000 per year (pro rata)

Flexible hours (20–24 per week) and hybrid working
Choice of fixed-term employment or contractor engagement
Meaningful role supporting children, young people, and whānau

Flexible hours (20–24 per week) and hybrid working
Choice of fixed-term employment or contractor engagement
Meaningful role supporting children, young people, and whānau

Lead improvements to governance systems, reporting, and oversight to support KSS through a defined transition period

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

28d ago

Listed three days ago

Net Proceeds Committee (NPC) – Independent Member

at Four Winds Foundation

This is a Part time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Part-time governance role (non-board position) with FWFL You help decide where community funding goes and ensure it’s allocated fairly and effectively

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

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

3d ago

Listed four days ago

Standards and Governance Manager

at BNZ

This is a Full time job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Auckland Location - hybrid working!
6 weeks annual leave!
5+ years financial services exp - emphasis on process, compliance & remediation!

Auckland Location - hybrid working!
6 weeks annual leave!
5+ years financial services exp - emphasis on process, compliance & remediation!

This is a fantastic opportunity to support the safe, compliant, and effective application and execution of BNZs processes!

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

4d ago

Listed three days ago

Group Coordinator

at Institute of Directors

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

From $80k depending on experience

Work closely with senior leaders in a trusted, influential role
Keep teams moving by coordinating, organising and anticipating what's needed
Flexible environment | collaborative team | growth opportunities

Work closely with senior leaders in a trusted, influential role
Keep teams moving by coordinating, organising and anticipating what's needed
Flexible environment | collaborative team | growth opportunities

Make a meaningful impact at the heart of governance through coordination and admin support to busy senior leaders and teams.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

3d ago

Listed five days ago

Governance Coordinator

at West Coast Regional Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Greymouth Central, West Coast

23 days annual leave, birthday leave and up to 5% KiwiSaver contributions

23 days annual leave, birthday leave and up to 5% KiwiSaver contributions

If you are someone who thrives on systems, loves improving how things work, and wants to make an impact, we would love to hear from you.

subClassification: Records Management & Document ControlRecords Management & Document Control

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

5d ago

Listed six days ago

Board Secretary – Fixed Term (Part Time)

at Nga Maunga Whakahii o Kaipara Development Trust

Be an early applicant

This is a Part time job

Parakai, Auckland(Hybrid)

Drive high‑quality governance support
Coordinate Board operations seamlessly
Support kaupapa that uplifts our people

Drive high‑quality governance support
Coordinate Board operations seamlessly
Support kaupapa that uplifts our people

Join Ngā Maunga Whakahii o Kaipara as our Board Secretary, providing high‑quality governance and administrative support across our organisation.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

6d ago

Listed fourteen hours ago

Risk and Compliance Operations

at Fred Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Greenlane, Auckland

Up to $85K + Bonus + 5% Kiwi Saver

12 Month Fixed Term Contract + Immediate Start
Established business + Strong systems and support
Close to shops and public transport + Down to earth team

12 Month Fixed Term Contract + Immediate Start
Established business + Strong systems and support
Close to shops and public transport + Down to earth team

A great opportunity for an operationally focused Compliance professional who enjoys owning processes, managing risk, and making a real impact

Recruited byBec Groves

subClassification: Compliance & RiskCompliance & Risk

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

14h ago

Listed four days ago

Group Manager Corporate Services

at Energy Efficiency & Conservation Authority

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)

4d ago

Listed fifteen hours ago

Accountability Advisor

at Humankind

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

You will have real impact on major outcomes
Highly agile work environment
Work cross functionally to provide consistent and well informed advice.

You will have real impact on major outcomes
Highly agile work environment
Work cross functionally to provide consistent and well informed advice.

An opportunity for career defining work by contributing to a programme of national significance.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

15h ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Establishment Lead - Governance, Regulation and Partnership (Fixed Term)

at South Wairarapa District Council

This is a Full time job

Greytown, Wellington(Hybrid)

Wairarapa or Tararua based

Wairarapa or Tararua based

Establishment Lead - Governance, Regulation and Partnership - Water Services Transition Programme. Fixed-term opportunity up to June 2027

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14d ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Manager - Operational Policy

at The Johnson Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Possess strong understanding of risk-based regulation and compliance operations
Experienced Manager/Principal
Team leadership/mentoring skills

Possess strong understanding of risk-based regulation and compliance operations
Experienced Manager/Principal
Team leadership/mentoring skills

Experience of delivering clear strategic initiatives and operational priorities Strong understanding of risk-based regulation and compliance models

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

20h ago

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