Candidates are invited to register their interest, upload their details and CV and apply for director opportunities through the Treasury’s online database.
How to register
To register for the first time and apply for current vacancies, go to www.boardappointments.co.nz
Setting up your candidate profile may take between 30-45 minutes and it is preferable that you complete all your details in one sitting. Completing your details in full with skills, roles and governance experience increases your visibility for targeted searches.
Upcoming appointments
Once you have registered your details on the database you will be notified of upcoming vacancies, position requirements and closing dates via email.
All board vacancies administered by the Treasury’s Governance and Appointments team are listed here www.boardappointments.co.nz/vacancies
The application process
The application process consists of skills profiling, candidate identification, shortlisting and due diligence. Details on the process is outlined below and downloadable as a pdf.
1 Skills profiling & approach to market |
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| Treasury identifies board’s needs with input from the chair and other stakeholders as appropriate. Plan appointment approach (open vs targeted search) and draft advice for Minister’s consideration. | Ministerial decision required |
Start at least 6 months before term end date |
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2 Candidate identification |
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| Nominations received from advertising, Minister’s caucus colleagues, nominating agencies and any other sources ie, networks, community groups, LinkedIn, or targeted search. | Minister provides names of any candidates and seeks nominations from colleagues |
One month |
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3 Shortlisting |
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| Treasury screens all candidates against capabilities required and finalises a shortlist in conjunction with the chair. Proposed shortlist of candidates for interview is provided for Ministers consideration. | Ministerial decision required |
One month |
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4 Due diligence |
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| Candidates agreed by Ministers are progressed to interview and due diligence, including background and reference checks and identification of interests. Preferred appointees are provided for Ministers consideration. | Ministerial decision required |
One month |
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5 Cabinet process |
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| Treasury prepares draft Appointments and Honours Committee (APH) documentation on agreed candidates for Ministerial consultation. Following consultation proposed appointments considered by APH Committee and Cabinet. | Minister consults with colleagues and presents appointments at APH |
5-6 weeks |
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6 Completion of appointments |
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| Minutes confirming new appointments received. Treasury prepares and sends appointment documentation including relevant letters and formal notifications. | Minister signs appointment documentation or forwards to Governor‑General |
3-4 weeks |