Invest New Zealand - Member: Venture Capital & Innovation

Invest New Zealand - Member: Venture Capital & Innovation

Invest New Zealand (Invest NZ) is the country’s new investment promotion agency, focused on attracting Foreign Direct Investment that will help drive innovation, productivity, and economic growth. It works with multi-national corporations and foreign investors to attract people, businesses, and capital to New Zealand. Invest NZ also engages with experienced, skilled investors through the Active Investor Plus Visa.

Person specifications

At this time, the Minister for Trade and Investment is seeking expressions of interest from experienced governors, motivated to contribute to building a more prosperous and sustainable economic future for New Zealanders with the following:

• Brings a comprehensive understanding of New Zealand’s venture capital landscape, including key sectors, and emerging opportunities.
• Proven governance capability across startups including oversight of venture capital initiatives.
• Skilled in evaluating venture opportunities, managing risk, and aligning venture capital strategies with long-term economic and commercial objectives.
• Well-connected within the venture capital and startup ecosystems, enabling access to potential deals, co-investment opportunities, and strategic partnerships.

Time commitment and remuneration

The current remuneration for an Invest NZ Board member is $50,000 per year.

The Board member roles are part-time. Full Board meetings are held bimonthly, or as otherwise required, including at least one annual strategic planning meeting. In addition, Board members will also have committee responsibilities and attend additional meetings for those purposes. The expected time commitment is approximately 25 days a year.

How to apply

A position description can be found here: Invest New Zealand – Members | Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment

Applications close at 11.59pm on 28 August 2025.

To apply for this role, please submit your CV and cover letter through our online portal which can be found via our current vacancies page and clicking "Apply Now": Current board vacancies | Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment 

Any applications received via email will be asked to apply through the portal in order to be considered.

For further enquiries about the position, email: boardappointments@mbie.govt.nz