Welfare CEO & General Management Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Leadership of an outstanding Eastern Bays community holistic well-being service
Use your commercial, operational and relationship skills to full effect
Grow connection and commitment to a recognised brand with community heart

Leadership of an outstanding Eastern Bays community holistic well-being service
Use your commercial, operational and relationship skills to full effect
Grow connection and commitment to a recognised brand with community heart

Rare leadership role to guide this uniquely profiled multisite service, ensuring its sustainability, with enhanced visibility and community engagement

subClassification: CEOCEO

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

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Chief Executive / General Manager

at Bishop – Values Led HR & Search Partner

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Lead a respected, evidence-based early intervention service supporting whānau
Guide a high-performing, values-led team
Shape the future of a trusted community organisation

Lead a respected, evidence-based early intervention service supporting whānau
Guide a high-performing, values-led team
Shape the future of a trusted community organisation

Lead a respected community organisation supporting whānau across Canterbury. Chief Executive role with real impact and future focus.

subClassification: CEOCEO

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

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Listed six days ago

General Manager – Health, Safety and Wellbeing

at Ngāi Tahu

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Executive impact – Shape strategy, culture and risk at the top
Purposeful leadership – Partner with Boards to drive real impact
Live where the action is – Christchurch’s new stadium + vibrant city core

Executive impact – Shape strategy, culture and risk at the top
Purposeful leadership – Partner with Boards to drive real impact
Live where the action is – Christchurch’s new stadium + vibrant city core

Rare executive HSW leadership role shaping strategy and culture across Ngāi Tahu Holdings’ diverse portfolio.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

6d ago

Listed three days ago

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

at Wilson Bell Consulting Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Leadership of an outstanding Eastern Bays community holistic well-being service
Use your commercial, operational and relationship skills to full effect
Grow connection and commitment to a recognised brand with community heart

Leadership of an outstanding Eastern Bays community holistic well-being service
Use your commercial, operational and relationship skills to full effect
Grow connection and commitment to a recognised brand with community heart

Rare leadership role to guide this uniquely profiled multisite service, ensuring its sustainability, with enhanced visibility and community engagement

subClassification: CEOCEO

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

3d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Chief Executive / General Manager

at Bishop – Values Led HR & Search Partner

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Lead a respected, evidence-based early intervention service supporting whānau
Guide a high-performing, values-led team
Shape the future of a trusted community organisation

Lead a respected, evidence-based early intervention service supporting whānau
Guide a high-performing, values-led team
Shape the future of a trusted community organisation

Lead a respected community organisation supporting whānau across Canterbury. Chief Executive role with real impact and future focus.

subClassification: CEOCEO

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

20d ago

Listed six days ago

Poutu Whakahaere General Manager

at Balance Aotearoa

This is a Full time job

Whanganui Central, Manawatu

$79,000 – $99,840 per year

We are looking for a lived experience leader with the skills, commitment and drive to lead Balance Aotearoa into the future.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

6d ago

Listed one day ago

Board of Directors

at Asian Family Services

Be an early applicant

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)

1d ago

Listed six days ago

General Manager – Health, Safety and Wellbeing | Christchurch Location

at Ngāi Tahu

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Live where the action is – Christchurch’s new stadium + vibrant city core
Purposeful leadership – Partner with Boards to drive real impact
Executive impact – Shape strategy, culture and risk at the top

Live where the action is – Christchurch’s new stadium + vibrant city core
Purposeful leadership – Partner with Boards to drive real impact
Executive impact – Shape strategy, culture and risk at the top

Rare executive HSW leadership role shaping strategy and culture across Ngāi Tahu Holdings’ diverse portfolio.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

6d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

NZ Cricket Players Association (NZCPA) - Chief Executive Officer

at Global Elite Sports

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Competitive Base Package

Be the players’ voice - advocate, negotiate & shape the modern game
Represent 800+ players - protect rights, wellbeing & career pathways
Deliver real impact - navigate complexity & drive lasting change

Be the players’ voice - advocate, negotiate & shape the modern game
Represent 800+ players - protect rights, wellbeing & career pathways
Deliver real impact - navigate complexity & drive lasting change

Lead strategy, shape player outcomes, and navigate complex stakeholder environments across domestic and international cricket

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

13d ago

Listed three days ago

Deputy Head Policy Data and Support Services

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$163,898 - $190,277 (including 4% superannuation)

Lead high performing, engaged teams proud to support NZ veterans
Ensure key deliverables are met across a range of services
Wellington CBD location, vibrant café culture on your doorstep

Lead high performing, engaged teams proud to support NZ veterans
Ensure key deliverables are met across a range of services
Wellington CBD location, vibrant café culture on your doorstep

Strategic leadership across policy, data stewardship, business systems, projects, communications and clinical advice at Veterans Affairs NZ

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

3d ago

Listed ten days ago

General Manager - Central Region

at CCS Disability Action

This is a Full time job

Petone, Wellington(Hybrid)

Location negotiable across the region
Work with an organisation who truly values and appreciates our people
Exciting senior operational leadership role

Location negotiable across the region
Work with an organisation who truly values and appreciates our people
Exciting senior operational leadership role

Exciting opportunity for experienced and values driven General Manager to lead our Central Region and provide senior operational leadership.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

10d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

General Manager

at Tauranga Living Without Violence Collective Trust

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Tauranga South, Bay of Plenty

Tauranga Living Without Violence Trust welcomes interest from dedicated people who will support our kaupapa.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

26d ago

Listed ten days ago

Operations Manager

at CCS Disability Action

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Location negotiable throughout New Zealand
Senior Executive role responsible for quality delivery of services across NZ
Critical role translating organisational strategy into operational delivery

Location negotiable throughout New Zealand
Senior Executive role responsible for quality delivery of services across NZ
Critical role translating organisational strategy into operational delivery

An experienced and values-driven Operations Manager to provide national operational leadership across CCS Disability Action's Service Entity

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

10d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Chief Executive Firearms Safety and Education New Zealand

at Ministry of Justice

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Chief executive leadership role with national public safety impact
Shape trust, transparency, and confidence in firearms oversight
Work closely with Ministers and senior public sector leaders

Chief executive leadership role with national public safety impact
Shape trust, transparency, and confidence in firearms oversight
Work closely with Ministers and senior public sector leaders

Lead New Zealand’s firearms regulator to strengthen public safety, trust, and modern regulatory services.

subClassification: CEOCEO

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

19d ago

Listed one day ago

Waikato River Authority - Board Appointment

at Ministry for the Environment

Be an early applicant

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

Seeking nominations from people with a commitment to the restoration and protection of the health and wellbeiing of the Waikato River

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

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

1d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Programme Manager – Local Government Reform (Fixed Term)

at Whangarei District Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Whangarei Central, Northland

Senior programme leadership across three councils and elected members
Establish decision gated governance, assurance and reform readiness
High-impact role shaping the future of local government in Northland

Senior programme leadership across three councils and elected members
Establish decision gated governance, assurance and reform readiness
High-impact role shaping the future of local government in Northland

Lead a high-stakes regional reform programme – bring structure, confidence and clarity to Northland’s local government future

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

11d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Executive Director

at New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$80,000 – $110,000 per year

As Executive Director, you will be critical to our small organisation, part of our leadership team and contribute to the success of our mission.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

21d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Kaiwhakahaere Mana Ahurea Mana Taiao - General Manager

at Aukaha (1997) Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Senior leadership role responsible for driving delivery, performance, and growth across Aukaha’s cultural and environmental work.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

24d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Director, National Assessments Bureau

at Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$190,000 - $300,000

Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Contribute to outcomes that matter
Work with smart and motivated people in an environment that values collaboration

Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Contribute to outcomes that matter
Work with smart and motivated people in an environment that values collaboration

The Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet | Te Tari o te Pirimia me te Rūnanga Kāwanatanga

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

13d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

General Manager (Parental Leave Cover)

at Waikato Badminton Association

This is a Full time job

Hamilton East, Waikato

$78,000 – $100,000 per year

Step into a senior leadership opportunity where you can make an immediate and meaningful impact on community sport.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

21d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand - Chief Executive

at Kerridge & Partners

This is a Full time job

Wellington

The Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand is seeking a credible, senior leader who can step into the role of Chief Executive.

subClassification: CEOCEO

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

15d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

EXCITING GENERAL MANAGEMENT OPPORTUNITY

at Greg Tims & Associates

This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman

Strategic & Operational Delivery
Organisational & Team Leadership
Strong Relationships

Strategic & Operational Delivery
Organisational & Team Leadership
Strong Relationships

Enhance cultural strength, raise visibility, grow relationships, build team capability, deliver outcomes, proven leader, communicator & listener

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

17d ago

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