DIRECTOR VACANCY

Independent Director

Organisation TechCollect NZ Limited
Location National (Board meetings held remotely)
Remuneration NZD $10,000 per annum
Term Three years, eligible for reappointment
Minimum time commitment Quarterly Board meetings (approximately 2 hours each) plus preparation time and occasional committee work.
Applications close Sunday 26 April, Midnight
Apply to Daniel Tulloch: daniel.tulloch@techcollect.nz

About TechCollect NZ

Aotearoa New Zealand generates tens of thousands of tonnes of e-waste every year. Most of it has nowhere safe or convenient to go. TechCollect NZ exists to change that.

We are the country’s only free nationwide e-waste collection and recycling scheme, funded by industry and free for consumers. Our members include Canon, Dell, HP, Logitech, Microsoft, and The Warehouse Group. We operate a national network of retail drop-off points, process through certified onshore recyclers, and have applied to the Government to become an accredited scheme under the Waste Minimisation Act 2008.

The opportunity

TechCollect NZ is at a turning point. We have applied to the Government to transition from a voluntary scheme to a nationally accredited product stewardship organisation. At the same time, we are in a growth phase, diversifying our funding, expanding our collection network, and building relationships with councils, government, and new industry partners.

We are looking for an Independent Director who brings sector knowledge, governance experience, and the energy to help a small, purpose-driven organisation navigate its most important growth phase. This is a hands-on governance role where your contribution will be visible and your networks will matter.

What we are looking for

Required

  • A strong governance background with experience serving on boards or governance bodies. Institute of Directors membership is valued but not required.
  • Financial literacy, including the ability to read and interrogate financial reports, budgets, and cashflow forecasts.
  • Sound judgement, integrity, and the ability to act in the best interests of a not-for-profit, member-funded organisation.
  • Independence from TechCollect NZ’s members, recycling partners, and service providers (as required by our Membership Deed).

Highly desirable

  • Knowledge of, and networks within, the waste, resource recovery, or environmental services sector in New Zealand.
  • Experience working with or within local government, particularly in waste minimisation, environmental regulation, or community services.
  • Familiarity with the circular economy, product stewardship, or extended producer responsibility frameworks.

Desirable

  • Experience in a startup, growth-phase, or scaling not-for-profit organisation.
  • Commercial or technology sector experience that could support OEM engagement and membership growth.
  • Understanding of the New Zealand regulatory environment, including the Waste Minimisation Act 2008 and the role of the Ministry for the Environment.

Remuneration and commitment

  • Director’s fee: NZD $10,000 per annum (subject to review).
  • Quarterly Board meetings (approximately 2 hours each), plus preparation and reading time.
  • Participation in committee work or stakeholder engagement as agreed.
  • Three-year term, eligible for reappointment.

How to apply

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining your interest in the role, your relevant experience, and how you meet the criteria above to:

Daniel Tulloch

daniel.tulloch@techcollect.nz

Applications close: Sunday 26 April, Midnight

For an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please contact Daniel Tulloch at the email address above.

TechCollect NZ is committed to diversity and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.