NZ Representative for ASEAN NZ Vision Fund

The New Zealand Government, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT), is partnering with the ASEAN Secretariat to establish and manage the ASEAN New Zealand Vision Fund . This Fund will support impactful development initiatives across ASEAN in areas of shared priority, including governance and security, economic cooperation, and climate change and environment.

MFAT is seeking to recruit a New Zealand Representative to lead and coordinate the Fund’s establishment, governance, and ongoing management. This senior role will ensure the Fund delivers high-quality initiatives that strengthen ASEAN–New Zealand cooperation and contribute to inclusive, sustainable development outcomes.

This contractor position will be based in Jakarta, Indonesia, within the ASEAN Secretariat, and will require regional travel to ASEAN Member States. There may be MFAT staff who are suitable for this role and we welcome applications from all interested qualified candidates.

Key Functions for the New Zealand Representative are to :

• Oversee establishment and implementation of the Fund, ensuring effective delivery by the Fund Management Services team.
• Lead strategic planning and policy engagement, identifying opportunities for the Fund to respond to ASEAN’s evolving needs.
• Promote and profile the Fund, including launch activities, regional engagement, and communications to highlight impact.
• Provide governance support, preparing annual workplans and reporting for the Fund Working Group and Joint Coordination Committee.
• Ensure effective fund management leadership, including due diligence, contracting, financial oversight, and risk management.
• Engage with stakeholders across ASEAN, New Zealand agencies, and development partners to foster collaboration and avoid duplication.

Qualifications and expertise required to be successful in this role will include (among other things) :

• New Zealand citizenship (a requirement for this position).
• Proven experience managing international or regional development funds.
• Strong skills in strategic planning, policy engagement, and governance support.
• Experience representing New Zealand at a senior level and enhancing New Zealand’s profile with partners.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-sectoral development activities and report on outcomes.
• Strong cross-cultural communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Knowledge of gender, human rights, and environmental issues in development contexts.
• Previous work experience in the ASEAN region is an advantage.
• Experience in contract management, finance, and risk management

You will be a proactive and politically astute leader, capable of building strong relationships with ASEAN stakeholders, New Zealand agencies, and development partners. You will be highly organised, culturally aware, and committed to delivering results that reflect New Zealand’s values of fairness, inclusivity, and partnership.

The appointee will be expected to adhere to the professional standards of a senior technical advisor and maintain integrity, objectivity and political neutrality during the assignment.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in strengthening New Zealand’s engagement with ASEAN at a time of deepening regional cooperation. You will contribute to initiatives that support peace, prosperity, people, and the planet across Southeast Asia, while representing New Zealand’s commitment to inclusive and sustainable development.

Closing date for applications : 5 : 00pm (NZ Time) on Monday 3rd November 2025.

Hudson Global Resources has been engaged to manage this procurement process. For all correspondence, requests, or to obtain a copy of the full Role Description, please contact :

Jessica Middlemiss

Account Manager

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