Community Delivery Partner

Pacific Business Trust; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Dunedin seeks a passionate Community Delivery Partner to connect with local Pacific businesses. This role involves building trust, facilitating business support services, and championing Pacific aspirations in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in relationship management and a genuine interest in Pacific economic development. Join a team dedicated to making a real impact in the community.

Benefits

Supportive and collaborative environment

Opportunity to drive economic growth

Passionate team

Qualifications

• Practical understanding of business and business models.
• Proven experience in relationship management and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience in service delivery or professional services.
• A current, full New Zealand driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining relationships with Pacific businesses.
• Facilitating access to business capability services.
• Representing PBT at community events.
• Providing insights to inform programme delivery.
• Championing Pacific-led solutions.

Skills

Relationship management

Financial literacy

Stakeholder engagement

Business support

Networking in Pacific communities

Microsoft Office Suite

Data management systems

Education

Tertiary qualification in business

Job description

The Pacific Business Trust (PBT) is Aotearoa New Zealand’s dedicated Pacific Economic Development Agency. We’re here to unlock the potential of Pacific people, businesses, and communities through innovative, culturally grounded business development programmes and targeted investment.

It’s an exciting time to join PBT. Our mandate is expanding to support Pacific business and employment outcomes across more communities and regions across New Zealand. We work alongside Pacific entrepreneurs, enterprises, and organisations to build capability, resilience, and long-term success.

About the Role

As a Community Delivery Partner, you’ll be the vital connection between PBT and Pacific businesses in your region. You’ll work directly with local business owners, entrepreneurs, and community leaders to identify opportunities, remove barriers, and deliver tailored support through PBT’s programmes, grants, and services.

This role is all about building trusted relationships, understanding local needs, and championing Pacific aspirations. You’ll help ensure that Pacific businesses are supported with culturally grounded, practical pathways to growth and opportunity.

At PBT, we believe in being present where our communities are. That’s why we often co-locate with our strategic partners across Aotearoa New Zealand, helping us stay connected, accessible, and responsive to the business community we serve. You’ll be part of a national team that values collaboration, cultural integrity, and the power of relationships to drive meaningful change.

Key Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with Pacific businesses and community leaders
• Facilitating access to PBT’s business capability services and investment funding opportunities
• Representing PBT at community events and engagements
• Providing accurate reporting and insights to inform programme delivery
• Championing Pacific-led solutions and economic development

About You

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about Pacific communities and has the skills to support Pacific business success. Ideally, you’ll bring:

• A practical understanding of business, financial literacy, and business models
• Proven experience in relationship management and stakeholder engagement
• Experience in service delivery, business support, or professional services
• Strong networks within Pacific communities and businesses
• A genuine passion for Pacific economic development
• Confident using the Microsoft Office Suite to manage communications and schedules, and ideally with experience in data management systems
• A tertiary qualification in business (preferred but not essential)
• A current, full New Zealand driver’s licence

Why Join PBT?

At PBT, you’ll be part of a passionate team working to make a real difference. You’ll contribute to projects that drive economic growth and empower Pacific businesses across Aotearoa New Zealand. We offer a supportive and collaborative environment that values innovation, cultural integrity, and impact.

How to Apply

To apply, you must be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or hold a valid visa with the right to work in New Zealand.

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter. For a confidential discussion about the role, contact Tracey Alenepi by email to [emailprotected].

Applications close at 5pm on Wednesday, 22 October 2025. We will be reviewing applications as they are received and may begin interviews before the closing date.

Please note: Police vetting and reference checks, including verification of qualifications and experience, will be conducted.