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ChristchurchNZ is the sustainable economic development and city profile agency for Ōtautahi Christchurch. We work to make the city a better place to live, work and play and our employees are Christchurch's biggest champions!

our people

Our values

  • We are driven by our organisational values – Open, Purposeful and Together.
  • We are motivated by public good and a shared love of the city we call home.
  • We seek strong partnerships in all we do, including with mana whenua, and we are a committed partner of the CCC group.
  • Our people are our greatest asset, with many areas of expertise among us.

Current opportunities

Keep an eye out below for opportunities to join our dynamic organisation.


GM - Visitor Economy

The General Manager – Visitor Economy (GM VE) leads a dynamic team to shape and execute the vision for Ōtautahi Christchurch as a premium destination for leisure, business events and major events.

Specifically, the GM VE:

  • provides strategic leadership and direction to the VE team
  • empowers the VE team to implement interventions that support economic objectives outlined with the organisation’s strategy
  • partners with and influences external stakeholders across the public and private sector to support urban development activities
  • provides leadership and strategic direction to the wider organisation as a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT)

Ultimately, the purpose of this role is to position Christchurch as a vibrant destination that creates memorable experiences, attracts investment, shifts perceptions and aligns with the city's long-term growth objectives.

Applications close 7 September 2025

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Business Events Manager

The purpose of the Business Events Manager in Christchurch is to lead and manage the Business Events team, ensuring strong leadership and guidance to foster a high-performing and collaborative work environment. Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders in the conference and business events industry this role will collaborate effectively to enhance the destination's offerings and deliver seamless experiences.

Applications close 24 August 2025

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Screen CanterburyNZ Manager

The Screen CanterburyNZ Manager helps to shape the future of Christchurch’s creative sector, offering a unique opportunity to unite and energise local stakeholders across film, gaming, and digital arts. This role is at the forefront of crafting and executing a regional strategy that drives innovation, collaboration, and growth.

Applications close 24 August 2025

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Business Events Administrator

The Business Events Administrator plays a vital support role in enabling the BE team to deliver Christchurch’s business events strategy. This position is ideal for someone with strong administrative skills, a keen eye for detail, and a proactive mindset, looking to grow their career in the dynamic business events sector.

Applications close 24 August 2025

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