Tukuna mai ōu pūkenga (we want these skills):

We’re looking for a Growth Sector Lead to join ChristchurchNZ’s Growth Sectors team within our Innovation and Business Growth division. Working alongside other Sector Leads, you’ll help shape and deliver our approach to future-focused growth sectors where Ōtautahi Christchurch has a globally competitive advantage and can drive long-term economic growth for the region.

You’ll be responsible for the Cleantech sector – creating low-emissions energy and industrial technologies that accelerate the transition to a sustainable economy. Ōtautahi Christchurch is emerging as a hub for cleantech innovation in areas like green hydrogen and decarbonising industrial processing.

In this role, you’ll build partnerships and networks, lead sector strategy development, and facilitate initiatives that deliver sustainable economic impact across Christchurch—while advocating for the sector and promoting ChristchurchNZ with key stakeholders:

• Strategic stakeholder engagement: build and maintain strong relationships across the cleantech ecosystem (industry, R&D, education, local/central government and regional/national/international partners), using your sector knowledge, insight and influence to unlock opportunities.
• Strategic governance, planning and delivery: Lead the development and delivery of cleantech sector strategy, support fit-for-purpose governance structures, and execute initiatives on budget and to a high standard.
• Activation and innovation facilitation: Advocate for the sector, represent ChristchurchNZ at events and activations, and connect partners to build capability, collaboration and momentum.
• Sustainability and economic impact: Manage budget spend and impact measurement, and support delivery of the Christchurch Economic Ambition and the transition to a regenerative economy.

We’re looking for some who has:

• Strong networks and experience working in business and innovation at a regional level (preferably with existing knowledge of the Christchurch or wider Canterbury economic development landscape.)
• A minimum of five years' experience as a project manager or equivalent experience in consulting, economic development, business development or strategy development.
• Knowledge of the cleantech sector is an advantage.
• Outstanding influencing and relationship management skills and experience working in complex environments at senior levels to leverage networks to deliver economic outcomes.
• Strong presentation skills and the confidence to speak to a wide range of audiences.
• A proactive and solution orientated approach.
• A proven understanding of the principles of economic development and the role of economic development agencies.
• An open and transparent manner.
• Demonstrated ability to be able to work and lead collaboratively.
• Passion for the future of Christchurch and our ambition for this place.
   

Ko wai mātou (who we are):

ChristchurchNZ is the city’s economic development agency charged with working alongside local and central government and the private sector to stimulate sustainable economic activity in Ōtautahi Christchurch.

Ō mātou mahi (what we do):

We aim to grow to Productivity, Liveability and Attractiveness of Ōtautahi Christchurch through our work with the business community, event delivery and visitor attraction.

Ngā Mātāpono Takitaki (our guiding principles):  

We are driven by our organisational values – Open, Purposeful and Together. We are motivated by public good, and are committed to a resilient and sustainable future. We seek deep partnerships in all we do, including with mana whenua, and we are a committed partner of the CCC group.

Ō mātou rawa (what we offer):
•    Flexible working environment
•    Modern office in central city location
•    Opportunity to make a tangible difference to Ōtautahi Christchurch

Tirohia ki te whārangi ipurangi (check out our website):

https://www.christchurchnz.com/about-us/careers to find out more about who we are and for a copy of the position description.

If you feel you possess the above qualities and are drawn by the opportunity to contribute to this influential organisation that is making a tangible difference to the city we live in, apply now submitting your cover letter and CV by clicking on the ‘Apply’ button. 

Applications will remain open until Wednesday 6th May 2026.

If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact Delis Fraser, Head of Growth Sectors at delis.fraser@christchurchnz.com.