Governance Manager Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Board / Company Secretary

This is a Contract/Temp job

Flexibility - attend meetings in person, everything else remotely
Career growth - real scope to build your governance career with a 10+ team
Meaningful work - support boards of SME's, NZ charities, listed companies +

Flexibility - attend meetings in person, everything else remotely
Career growth - real scope to build your governance career with a 10+ team
Meaningful work - support boards of SME's, NZ charities, listed companies +

Flexible contractor role with NZ's leading governance firm. Board secretarial support for Auckland clients. Ideal for governance-minded professionals.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

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Risk Programme Lead | Fixed Term (12 months)

at Intent +Purpose

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Embed risk into real delivery, not just frameworks
Work across teams, influencing leaders and outcomes
Meaningful national impact

Embed risk into real delivery, not just frameworks
Work across teams, influencing leaders and outcomes
Meaningful national impact

Lead practical risk uplift across a national organisation. Embed frameworks, shape decisions, and influence outcomes in a complex environment.

subClassification: Compliance & RiskCompliance & Risk

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

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Listed nine days ago

Board / Company Secretary

at IGS

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Flexibility - attend meetings in person, everything else remotely
Career growth - real scope to build your governance career with a 10+ team
Meaningful work - support boards of SME's, NZ charities, listed companies +

Flexibility - attend meetings in person, everything else remotely
Career growth - real scope to build your governance career with a 10+ team
Meaningful work - support boards of SME's, NZ charities, listed companies +

Flexible contractor role with NZ's leading governance firm. Board secretarial support for Auckland clients. Ideal for governance-minded professionals.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

9d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Risk Programme Lead | Fixed Term (12 months)

at Intent +Purpose

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Embed risk into real delivery, not just frameworks
Work across teams, influencing leaders and outcomes
Meaningful national impact

Embed risk into real delivery, not just frameworks
Work across teams, influencing leaders and outcomes
Meaningful national impact

Lead practical risk uplift across a national organisation. Embed frameworks, shape decisions, and influence outcomes in a complex environment.

subClassification: Compliance & RiskCompliance & Risk

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

13d ago

Listed one hour ago

Programme Manager

at Department of Corrections

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$124,578 - 175,875 pa based on skills & experience

12-month fixed-term or secondment opportunity.
Based in Wellington.
Occasional travel required.

12-month fixed-term or secondment opportunity.
Based in Wellington.
Occasional travel required.

Provide strategic leadership for our Housing on Corrections Land (HOCL) Additional Capacity programme!

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1h ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Senior Project Manager

at Potentia

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Remote)

Competitive Hourly Rate

6-month hourly rate contract
Late April – early May start
Remote from within NZ (or hybrid in any main city if preferred)

6-month hourly rate contract
Late April – early May start
Remote from within NZ (or hybrid in any main city if preferred)

Project Manager leading end-to-end delivery; set plan, manage risks/deps, align stakeholders, and keep workstreams on track.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

26d ago

Listed three days ago

Interface Lead

at Greater Wellington

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$105,832-$158,747 incl all benefits

Make a real impact on a high-profile, multi-agency regional programme
Build experience in complex interface and risk integration work
Work with committed partners shaping outcomes for RiverLink

Make a real impact on a high-profile, multi-agency regional programme
Build experience in complex interface and risk integration work
Work with committed partners shaping outcomes for RiverLink

Lead cross‑agency coordination, manage interface risks, and provide clear analysis to support governance decisions in a complex regional programme.

subClassification: Regional CouncilRegional Council

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior IT Project Manager (9-month fixed term)

at Department of Corrections

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$145,192 - 204,977 pa based on skills & experience

Join our digital whānau!
Nine month fixed-term opportunity.
Based in Wellington at our National Office.

Join our digital whānau!
Nine month fixed-term opportunity.
Based in Wellington at our National Office.

Lead a complex project that supports our frontline staff and the people we manage.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Kaihāpai (Contractor) – Te Akatoki

at University of Canterbury Students' Association

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ilam, Canterbury

Approx. 15 hours per week - 25 May to 27 November

Support Māori tauira as Kaihāpai for Te Akatoki, providing governance, financial and operational support in a kaupapa Māori role.

subClassification: Indigenous & Multicultural ServicesIndigenous & Multicultural Services

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

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Programme Implementation Director

at Department of Internal Affairs

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

Make a real difference at a national scale
High profile initiative focused on protecting children and young people on-line
Lead the establishment of a multidisciplinary team providing advice to Leaders

Make a real difference at a national scale
High profile initiative focused on protecting children and young people on-line
Lead the establishment of a multidisciplinary team providing advice to Leaders

Lead the development and design of a new operational model - Make a real difference

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

1d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Risk Programme Lead | Fixed Term (12 months)

at Intent +Purpose

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Embed risk into real delivery, not just frameworks
Work across teams, influencing leaders and outcomes
Meaningful national impact

Embed risk into real delivery, not just frameworks
Work across teams, influencing leaders and outcomes
Meaningful national impact

Lead practical risk uplift across a national organisation. Embed frameworks, shape decisions, and influence outcomes in a complex environment.

subClassification: Compliance & RiskCompliance & Risk

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

13d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Consultants - hourly rate contracts

at Momentum Consulting Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

6 month hourly rate contracts
Nationally signmifcant reform programme
Previous consulting experience essential

6 month hourly rate contracts
Nationally signmifcant reform programme
Previous consulting experience essential

We are looking for contractors with previous Big 4 experience to join a boutique consulting firm with a significant pipeline of work.

subClassification: Management & Change ConsultingManagement & Change Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

3d ago

Listed six days ago

IT Operations Manager

at Potentia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington(Remote)

3-month initial contract - extension or permanent role potential.
Remote role (after 1-week in Dunedin)
Lead internal IT operations for global SaaS organisation

3-month initial contract - extension or permanent role potential.
Remote role (after 1-week in Dunedin)
Lead internal IT operations for global SaaS organisation

Lead a small team, while pitching in to be hands-on as needed. Support ISO audit, enhance asset management, transition to new SaaS management tool.

subClassification: Team LeadersTeam Leaders

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

6d ago

Listed one day ago

Project & Contracts Manager

at Marlborough District Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Blenheim Central, Marlborough

$110,000 to $120,000 per annum + possible benefits

Fixed term position of 40 hours per week covering maternity leave
Work on high profile, meaningful projects that directly impact the community
Gain exposure to a diverse and interesting project portfolio

Fixed term position of 40 hours per week covering maternity leave
Work on high profile, meaningful projects that directly impact the community
Gain exposure to a diverse and interesting project portfolio

Excellent opportunity for a project professional to lead & deliver a diverse portfolio of community, civic, & commercial projects to make a difference

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Assistant Project Manager | Newmarket

at Metlifecare

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newmarket, Auckland

12-month fixed term contract
Work on a large, confirmed pipeline with one of New Zealand's biggest developers
Flexible working arrangements

12-month fixed term contract
Work on a large, confirmed pipeline with one of New Zealand's biggest developers
Flexible working arrangements

12 month fixed term contract Work on a large, confirmed pipeline

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

16d ago

Listed two days ago

Procurement Business Partner

at Chubb Life

This is a Contract/Temp job

Takapuna, Auckland(Hybrid)

Lead sourcing, supplier management, and governance end-to-end
shape procurement strategy with real ownership and exposure to senior leaders
WFH / Flexible working options - Takapuna or Wellington CBD

Lead sourcing, supplier management, and governance end-to-end
shape procurement strategy with real ownership and exposure to senior leaders
WFH / Flexible working options - Takapuna or Wellington CBD

Lead procurement across Chubb NZ with real ownership, senior visibility, strategic scope, and the chance to shape a growing function.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

2d ago

Listed eight days ago

Finance Manager – (12 Month Fixed Term)

at Tenzing Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Senior ownership across NZ & AU finance operations
Key role in lead financial systems integration & SAP reporting
High‑impact role with autonomy and leadership visibility

Senior ownership across NZ & AU finance operations
Key role in lead financial systems integration & SAP reporting
High‑impact role with autonomy and leadership visibility

Lead finance across NZ & AU during a major SAP‑driven integration with global visibility

subClassification: Financial Managers & ControllersFinancial Managers & Controllers

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

8d ago

Listed five days ago

Local Board Coordinator

at Beyond Recruitment - NZ’s best career opportunities – jobs all over Aotearoa

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Competitive

Local Board Coordinator
Fixed term contract 3 months
Auckland Central

Local Board Coordinator
Fixed term contract 3 months
Auckland Central

Local Board Coordinator

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed nine days ago

Director Corporate Services

at Ministry for Ethnic Communities

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

The Director leads the delivery of corporate services across the Ministry, including finance, strategy, planning and reporting, risk, and procurement.

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

9d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Compliance and Risk Lead

at Profile Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Immediate start required
Contract position, great for your CV
Full time opportunity with an awesome Christchurch business

Immediate start required
Contract position, great for your CV
Full time opportunity with an awesome Christchurch business

This is a key role focused on making sure risks across the business are clearly understood and well managed.

Recruited byIsabella Redmond

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

14d ago

Listed eight days ago

Programme Manager

at Younity

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

6 Month Contract
Hybrid Work Environment
Excellent Culture

6 Month Contract
Hybrid Work Environment
Excellent Culture

Lead complex programme work supporting SAP upgrades, managing risk, stakeholders, vendors, and delivery timelines.

Recruited byElena Shanks

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

8d ago

Listed six days ago

Project Manager

at Moriori Imi Settlement Trust

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Be part of a rare and unique project involving the recovery of an ancestral waka
Lead a nationally and internationally significant multi-stakeholder project
Experience periods of living and working on beautiful Rēkohu/Chatham Islands

Be part of a rare and unique project involving the recovery of an ancestral waka
Lead a nationally and internationally significant multi-stakeholder project
Experience periods of living and working on beautiful Rēkohu/Chatham Islands

Rare opportunity to lead a Moriori waka project on Rēkohu/Chatham Islands working across culture, heritage and recovery

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

6d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior IT Project Manager (12-month fixed term)

at Department of Corrections

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$145,192 - 204,977 pa based on skills & experience

Lead a new project that supports frontline staff and the people we manage.
12-month fixed-term opportunity.
Based in Wellington at our National Office.

Lead a new project that supports frontline staff and the people we manage.
12-month fixed-term opportunity.
Based in Wellington at our National Office.

Be part of a team delivering life-changing digital solutions across Aotearoa!

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

3d ago

Listed eight days ago

Programme Coordinator

at Foodstuffs North Island Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland Airport, Auckland(Hybrid)

2 year fixed term opportunity
Be involved in co-operative wide complex programme delivery at scale
Fun team, great benefits and lots of learning opportunities

2 year fixed term opportunity
Be involved in co-operative wide complex programme delivery at scale
Fun team, great benefits and lots of learning opportunities

As we launch our new EEx Programme here at Foodies, we are creating a new team dedicated to successful delivery of this co-operative wide programme!

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

8d ago

Listed nine hours ago

Kaitohu Matua | Senior Advisor, Office of the Deputy Secretary, Regions

at Te Puni Kōkiri

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$104k - $115k p/a pro rata

Lead high‑impact Ministerial and executive advice
Influence national outcomes with strong regional insight
Fixed‑term opportunity until September 2027

Lead high‑impact Ministerial and executive advice
Influence national outcomes with strong regional insight
Fixed‑term opportunity until September 2027

Support the Office of the Deputy Secretary by providing high‑quality advice, coordination, and assurance across a broad range of responsibilities.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9h ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Risk Contractor - Hawkes Bay

at Robert Walters

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hawkes Bay(Hybrid)

$90.00 - $110.00 p.h.

Review Risk Controls and align with system implentation
Immediate Start - Hourly rate
Hawke's Bay Region, some remote working possible

Review Risk Controls and align with system implentation
Immediate Start - Hourly rate
Hawke's Bay Region, some remote working possible

This is a hands-on advisory role embedding the organisation's new risk framework, with a emphasis on refreshing and aligning existing risk registers.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14d ago

Listed seven days ago

Project Manager - Health Care

at Alpha Recruitment - NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Penrose, Auckland(Hybrid)

$90 to $100

Work alongside passionate leaders and subject matter experts
Flexible working arrangements with a supportive team environment
Potential opportunity to extend or transition into a permanent role

Work alongside passionate leaders and subject matter experts
Flexible working arrangements with a supportive team environment
Potential opportunity to extend or transition into a permanent role

Contribute to a meaningful health programme improving outcomes nationwide

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

7d ago

Listed two hours ago

Operational Lead

at Department of Corrections

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$104,985 - 148,214 pa based on skills & experience

12-month fixed-term or secondment opportunity.
Based in Wellington.
Occasional travel required.

12-month fixed-term or secondment opportunity.
Based in Wellington.
Occasional travel required.

Provide a key operational voice for the Housing on Corrections Land (HOCL) programme.

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2h ago

Listed four hours ago

Transition Manager

at Lexel – Resourcing - Connecting IT Talent with Opportunity

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Market rate

A meaty, 10-month contract
Transition Manager - Cutover & Go‑Live
June 2026 start

A meaty, 10-month contract
Transition Manager - Cutover & Go‑Live
June 2026 start

Are you a Cutover and Go-Live weapon? We want to hear from you

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

4h ago

Listed eight days ago

Programme Delivery Lead – EEx Programme

at Foodstuffs North Island Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mangere, Auckland(Hybrid)

Operate with true end‑to‑end accountability, shaping outcomes and decisions
Big scope, real impact across an iconic Kiwi organisation
Fixed term role until January 2028

Operate with true end‑to‑end accountability, shaping outcomes and decisions
Big scope, real impact across an iconic Kiwi organisation
Fixed term role until January 2028

Lead a co‑op‑wide transformation that’s reshaping how our people and payroll experience works: designed for the moments that matter.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

8d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Chief Executive Officer

at Ngati Pahauwera Development Trust

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

Influence change with governance, whānau, and key partners.
Dual role across iwi development and commercial performance.
Influence change with governance, whānau, and key partners.

Influence change with governance, whānau, and key partners.
Dual role across iwi development and commercial performance.
Influence change with governance, whānau, and key partners.

Exciting and challenging opportunity to lead Ngāti Pāhauwera, shaping intergenerational wellbeing through iwi aspirations and commercial success.

subClassification: CEOCEO

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

29d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Policy Advisor (Contractor)

at NSAD RISK MANAGEMENT, INC.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

$3,000 – $4,500 per month

Strategic policy role. Flexible remote work. Geopolitical risk analysis. Global exposure. Competitive compensation

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

14d ago

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