Board Member

Play a strategic role in community-led solutions that empower regeneration and resilience across Aotearoa

Do you want to help shape a thriving, sustainable future for Aotearoa? Join Environment Hubs Aotearoa (EHA), a nationally connected, for-purpose network empowering communities to drive regeneration and resilience across the motu.

Who We Are

EHA is a leading network of over 20 community-led hubs, from Kaitaia to Riverton, working together to protect, nurture, and improve environmental outcomes. Since 2015, we’ve connected regional hubs, leading organisations, and changemakers to unlock the power of local knowledge and create lasting, positive change for te taiao (the environment) and future generations.

Our mahi (work) is guided by the principles of collaboration, advocacy, capacity building, and scalable impact. We support a wide range of community initiatives, including:

• Environmental education and advocacy

• Waste minimisation and food rescue

• Warm, safe, and energy-efficient homes

• Sustainable transport and food security

• Protection and restoration of local ecosystems

Through our national team and member hubs, we have achieved:

• 2.8+ tonnes of waste diverted from landfill (excluding food rescue and e-waste)

• 14,000+ tamariki (children) attended hub programmes at schools

• 582+ tonnes of kai (food) rescued, reaching over 218,000 people

We amplify the efforts of communities to educate, plant, restore, rescue food, divert waste, and build warm, sustainable homes.

Why Join our Board?

• Play a strategic role in shaping the direction and impact of a national environmental organisation

• Apply your governance experience while contributing to environmental and community outcomes

• Collaborate with a supportive, active board and amazing staff.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking passionate, skilled individuals to join our experienced and supportive volunteer Board. EHA’s Board is hands-on, operationally engaged, and committed to making a real difference for communities and the environment.

We’re looking for candidates who:

• Have political advocacy experience or a solid understanding of Aotearoa’s policy and public sector environment

• Bring strong governance experience, ideally in the non-profit or for-purpose sector

• Believe in the power of communities to lead positive environmental change

• Value an active, hands-on board and is keen to contribute beyond meetings

• Are committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and developing understanding of te ao Māori and tikanga

With funding challenges affecting the sector, our board is especially focused on developing new revenue streams to support our network’s long-term sustainability and impact. We are particularly keen to hear from applicants with skills or experience in fundraising, philanthropy, or related areas.

We welcome people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, religions, and abilities. 

What’s Involved

• Monthly Zoom board meetings (2 hours)

• Around 3–10 hours per month, depending on your capacity and how involved you’d like to be

• Opportunities to lead or contribute to working groups and subcommittees for those interested in taking on more responsibility

• Occasional in-person hui (travel costs covered)

• Three-year term (renewable)

We Especially Welcome Applications From:

• People with specialist skills in political advocacy or policy influence

• Tangata whenua, Pacific peoples, and people from diverse ethnic backgrounds

• People based in the lower North Island or South Island

• Those with additional experience in fundraising, philanthropy, Te Tiriti-based governance, legal or HR

Ready to Contribute Your Skills and Passion?

To learn more about EHA or get in touch, please visit our website (www.environmenthubs.nz) or email us at boardsecretary@environmenthubs.nz. We look forward to hearing from you!