Tourism New Zealand Board - Member position description
About Tourism New Zealand
Tourism New Zealand was established under the New Zealand Tourism Board Act 1991 (the Act). Its main
objective is to market New Zealand as an international visitor destination for the long-term benefit of New
Zealand. Its functions under the Act are:
• to develop, implement, and promote strategies for tourism; and
• to advise the Government and the New Zealand tourism industry on matters relating to the development,
implementation, and promotion of those strategies.
Further information on Tourism New Zealand can be found at its website.
Tourism New Zealand is a Crown agent
Tourism New Zealand is a Crown agent under the Crown Entities Act 2004. The Crown Entities Act provides a
framework for governance and accountability, including responsibilities of board members, disclosure of
interests, and the role of the Minister. The Act is available here.
Person specifications – Board member
Specific skills required
The Minister of Tourism and Hospitality is seeking highly experienced directors with proven capability, for three
roles, with the following specific skills and experience:
Role 1: Global marketing and brand growth
• International marketing experience
• Contemporary knowledge of global markets, platforms and approaches
• Deep experience leveraging international brands to drive growth
Role 2: New Zealand Tourism experience (regional perspectives)
• Experience in New Zealand tourism sector
• Able to provide regional perspectives in a national context
• Highly networked within New Zealand tourism sector
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• Respected within the tourism industry
Role 3: Strategic financial acumen
• Deep strategic financial knowledge and audit and risk experience
• Strong business and commercial acumen
• Experience assessing value for money and returns on investment
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• Ideally a former or current Chartered Accountant
Member responsibilities
All members should be able to demonstrate foundational skills of:
• A genuine interest in Tourism New Zealand’s purpose, contextual environment in which it operates and
contributions to New Zealand’s economic prosperity
• Proven governance experience
• Leadership
• Strategic ability

Tourism New Zealand Board - Member position description

•  Financial acumen
•  Strong relationship management skills, including developing valuable strategic connections with industry,
consumers and other stakeholders
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Expertise in change management.

Board members are expected to adhere to the Public Service Commission code of conduct.
Further information on the relationships between Crown entities, Ministers, and departments can be found at It
Takes Three: Operating Expectations Framework for Statutory Crown Entities.

Membership of the Board
The Board has between five and nine members, in accordance with the Act. Board members are appointed by the
Minister of Tourism and Hospitality for terms of up to three years. Members may be reappointed on the expiry of
their term. Members may be removed by the Minister at any time.

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Time commitment and remuneration
Members are paid a fee of $20,000 per year. Full Board meetings may be held monthly, or otherwise as required,
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including at least one annual strategic planning meeting. In addition, Board members with committee
responsibilities will attend additional meetings for those purposes. The expected time commitment for a Board
member is approximately 25 days a year.

Additional information
For further enquiries about the position, email: [email address]

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Job Title: Tourism New Zealand Board - Marketing role
About Tourism New Zealand
Tourism New Zealand is a Crown agent established to carry out specific functions under the New Zealand
Tourism Board Act 1991 (the Tourism Act). TNZ’s main objective is to market New Zealand as an international
visitor destination for the long-term benefit of New Zealand.
For more information about Tourism New Zealand and the Board, see its website.
Membership of the Board
The Board has between five and nine members, in accordance with the Act. Board members are appointed by
the Minister of Tourism and Hospitality for terms of up to three years. Members may be reappointed on the
expiry of their term. Members may be removed by the Minister at any time.
Person specifications
The Minister of Tourism and Hospitality is seeking highly experienced directors with proven capability, with
the following skills and experience:
Global marketing and brand growth
International marketing experience
Contemporary knowledge of global markets, platforms and approaches
Deep experience leveraging international brands to drive growth.
All members should be able to demonstrate foundational skills of:
A genuine interest in Tourism New Zealand's purpose, contextual environment in which it operates and
contributions to New Zealand's economic prosperity
Proven governance experience
Leadership
Strategic ability
Financial acumen
Strong relationship management skills, including developing valuable strategic connections with industry,
consumers and other stakeholders
Expertise in change management.
How to apply
A position description can be found here.
Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday 3 November 2024. Applications must be made through the web
under the Official Information Act 1982
portal, we cannot accept applications via email.
For further enquiries about the position, email: [email address]
Released

Job Title: Tourism New Zealand Board - Regional Tourism role
About Tourism New Zealand
Tourism New Zealand is a Crown agent established to carry out specific functions under the New Zealand
Tourism Board Act 1991 (the Tourism Act). TNZ’s main objective is to market New Zealand as an international
visitor destination for the long-term benefit of New Zealand.
For more information about Tourism New Zealand and the Board, see its website.
Membership of the Board
The Board has between five and nine members, in accordance with the Act. Board members are appointed by
the Minister of Tourism and Hospitality for terms of up to three years. Members may be reappointed on the
expiry of their term. Members may be removed by the Minister at any time.
Person specifications
The Minister of Tourism and Hospitality is seeking highly experienced directors with proven capability, with
the following skills and experience:
New Zealand Tourism Experience (Regional Perspectives)
Experience in New Zealand tourism sector
Able to provide regional perspectives in a national context
Highly networked within New Zealand tourism sector
Respected within the tourism industry
All members should be able to demonstrate foundational skills of:
A genuine interest in Tourism New Zealand's purpose, contextual environment in which it operates and
contributions to New Zealand's economic prosperity
Proven governance experience
Leadership
Strategic ability
Financial acumen
Strong relationship management skills, including developing valuable strategic connections with industry,
consumers and other stakeholders
Expertise in change management.
How to apply
A position description can be found here.
under the Official Information Act 1982
Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday 3 November 2024. Applications must be made through the web
portal, we cannot accept applications via email.
For further enquiries about the position, email: [email address]
Released

Job Title: Tourism New Zealand Board - Strategic Finance role
About Tourism New Zealand
Tourism New Zealand is a Crown agent established to carry out specific functions under the New Zealand
Tourism Board Act 1991 (the Tourism Act). TNZ’s main objective is to market New Zealand as an international
visitor destination for the long-term benefit of New Zealand.
For more information about Tourism New Zealand and the Board, see its website.
Membership of the Board
The Board has between five and nine members, in accordance with the Act. Board members are appointed by
the Minister of Tourism and Hospitality for terms of up to three years. Members may be reappointed on the
expiry of their term. Members may be removed by the Minister at any time.
Person specifications
The Minister of Tourism and Hospitality is seeking highly experienced directors with proven capability, with
the following skills and experience:
Strategic financial acumen
Deep strategic financial knowledge and audit and risk experience
Strong business and commercial acumen
Experience assessing value for money and returns on investment
Ideally a former or current Chartered Accountant.
All members should be able to demonstrate foundational skills of:
A genuine interest in Tourism New Zealand's purpose, contextual environment in which it operates and
contributions to New Zealand's economic prosperity
Proven governance experience
Leadership
Strategic ability
Financial acumen
Strong relationship management skills, including developing valuable strategic connections with industry,
consumers and other stakeholders
Expertise in change management.
How to apply
A position description can be found here.
under the Official Information Act 1982
Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday 3 November 2024. Applications must be made through the web
portal, we cannot accept applications via email.
For further enquiries about the position, email: [email address]
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