_{05th June, 2025}

Mālo ni, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Kia orāna, Tālofa lava, Mālō e lelei, Talofa, Noa'ia, Ni sa bula vinaka, Mauri, Halo olgeta, Halo Oloketa Tēnā koutou katoa and warm greetings.

The Ministry for Pacific Peoples, on behalf of the Minister for Pacific Peoples, is inviting applications for the role of Member of the Pacific Business Trust Board.
We are currently advertising for the Board Chair role with a start date of 1 August 2025 and three board member roles with a start date of 1 October 2025.

About the Pacific Business Trust Board
The Pacific Business Trust (the Trust) is a charitable trust established in 1985 under the Charitable Trust Act 1957. The Trust aims to build a strong economic foundation for Pacific peoples in Aotearoa by providing business ownership and participation opportunities.
The Trust’s Board is responsible for the governance and strategic direction of the organization, setting business objectives, performance and funding policies, and ensuring management accountability for implementing the Trust’s policies.

Board Skill Requirements
We are seeking candidates that possess the following key skills and experiences:

• Demonstrated experience in business management and development
• Proven Governance experience
• Active connections and relationships with Pacific communities
• Strong financial management experience

Ideal candidates will also have some or all of the following:

• Demonstrated understanding of legal frameworks, and/or legal qualifications
• Expertise and experience relevant to advancing Pacific peoples' aspirations in business
• Commitment to active participation on the Board
• Experience working in Pacific contexts, and strong Pacific cultural competency

Commitment
Board members are appointed to serve a term of 1-3 years, as determined by the Minister for Pacific Peoples. The Minister may vary the term of appointment as deemed appropriate.

Remuneration
The Board is classified as a Group 3a, Level 5 Governance Board under the Cabinet Fees Framework. The Trust Board currently receives an annual fee of $19,000 for the Chair and $9,500 for members.

Interested? - How to Apply
To apply, please complete the online application form by clicking ‘Apply’ below or visit our careers site at www.mpp.govt.nz. Include your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
For more information, email nominations@mpp.govt.nz with the position title and reference number 1350499 in the subject line.

Closing date: 20 June 2025

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