Head of Partnerships and Development
Head of Partnerships and Development | Upoko Hononga, Whakawhanaketanga hoki
Creative New Zealand Toi Aotearoa is the national arts development agency, working alongside artists, ringatoi, practitioners and arts organisations across the motu. The organisation is moving into the next phase of a significant change programme, with a new operating model designed to strengthen leadership, connection, investment and impact across the arts and ngā toi.
As Head of Partnerships and Development, you will lead Creative New Zealand’s partnerships, and development agendaand contribute as a senior enterprise leader across the organisation. Reporting to the Chief Executive and as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will set the vision and direction for the Partnerships and Development Pou, growing investment and diversifying revenue streams for Creative New Zealand, strengthening collaboration and unlocking new opportunities for the arts across Aotearoa and internationally.
You will build and steward high-value relationships across government, philanthropy, business, iwi, communities, regions and international partners. You will position Creative New Zealand as a trusted connector and catalyst, bringing together investment, capability and influence to strengthen the arts ecosystem, diversify funding and create sustainable outcomes for artists and communities.
You’ll bring senior leadership experience, strong commercial and investment acumen, and a proven track record of building strategic partnerships and securing opportunities in complex environments. You’ll be known for your ability to build trust, influence at senior and system level, navigate diverse interests and work across cultures. You’ll also bring a strong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, kaupapa Māori approaches and Aotearoa’s funding, philanthropic and development landscape.
Me tono mai inaīanei | Apply Now!
Applications close midnight Sunday 8th November
To find out more, please get in touch with Luke Spratt on 021 056 7035 or Russell Spratt on 029 446 3770 for a confidential kōrero.
To apply, you must be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or hold a valid visa with the right to work in Aotearoa. We’ll be reviewing candidates as they come through, so we encourage early applications.
We are the landing place where our people can come to rest upon, a safe space.
A place where excellence and culture are encouraged and ultimately recognised.
Kia tau ai te mauri tū, te mauri ora ki te katoa. Nau mai, tau mai! Vitality and well-being for all. Welcome, settle here!
- Senior leadership role at Creative New Zealand
- Build high-value partnerships across Aotearoa and internationally
- Permanent role with flexibility to be based in Wellington or Auckland
Creative New Zealand Toi Aotearoa is the national arts development agency, working alongside artists, ringatoi, practitioners and arts organisations across the motu. The organisation is moving into the next phase of a significant change programme, with a new operating model designed to strengthen leadership, connection, investment and impact across the arts and ngā toi.
As Head of Partnerships and Development, you will lead Creative New Zealand’s partnerships, and development agendaand contribute as a senior enterprise leader across the organisation. Reporting to the Chief Executive and as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will set the vision and direction for the Partnerships and Development Pou, growing investment and diversifying revenue streams for Creative New Zealand, strengthening collaboration and unlocking new opportunities for the arts across Aotearoa and internationally.
You will build and steward high-value relationships across government, philanthropy, business, iwi, communities, regions and international partners. You will position Creative New Zealand as a trusted connector and catalyst, bringing together investment, capability and influence to strengthen the arts ecosystem, diversify funding and create sustainable outcomes for artists and communities.
You’ll bring senior leadership experience, strong commercial and investment acumen, and a proven track record of building strategic partnerships and securing opportunities in complex environments. You’ll be known for your ability to build trust, influence at senior and system level, navigate diverse interests and work across cultures. You’ll also bring a strong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, kaupapa Māori approaches and Aotearoa’s funding, philanthropic and development landscape.
Me tono mai inaīanei | Apply Now!
Applications close midnight Sunday 8th November
To find out more, please get in touch with Luke Spratt on 021 056 7035 or Russell Spratt on 029 446 3770 for a confidential kōrero.
To apply, you must be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or hold a valid visa with the right to work in Aotearoa. We’ll be reviewing candidates as they come through, so we encourage early applications.
We are the landing place where our people can come to rest upon, a safe space.
A place where excellence and culture are encouraged and ultimately recognised.
Kia tau ai te mauri tū, te mauri ora ki te katoa. Nau mai, tau mai! Vitality and well-being for all. Welcome, settle here!