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About Ministry of Awesome

Ministry of Awesome (MoA) exists to grow New Zealand's innovation economy by empowering ambitious founders to build globally successful companies.

Through our Founder Catalyst programme, Startup Aotearoa platform, Electrify Aotearoa initiative and nationwide community, we support entrepreneurs from idea through to investment and growth. We connect founders with the knowledge, networks, mentors, investors and opportunities they need to build sustainable, high-growth businesses that create value for people, planet and New Zealand's future.

Our impact doesn't happen alone. We work alongside founders, investors, government agencies, corporates, universities and startup support organisations to strengthen New Zealand's innovation ecosystem and create more opportunities for founders to succeed.

Current Opportunities

Content & Communications Specialist

Position Title: Content & Communications Specialist

Location: Christchurch

Status: Part-time Contract Role

About the Role: This is an opportunity to tell the stories of some of New Zealand's most ambitious founders while helping grow one of the country's leading innovation communities.

You'll tell the stories that showcase New Zealand's founders, celebrate innovation and connect entrepreneurs with the programmes, opportunities and people that help them succeed.

Event Specialist

Position Title: Event Specialist

Location: Christchurch or Auckland

Status: Part-time Contract Role

About the Role: This is an opportunity to help create the events that bring New Zealand's startup ecosystem together.

You'll work alongside founders, investors, government agencies and ecosystem partners to deliver experiences that inspire entrepreneurs, build capability and strengthen connections across Aotearoa.

Community Coordinator

Location: Christchurch

Status: Part-time Contract Role

About the Role: We're looking for an organised, proactive, and people-focused Community Coordinator to help create exceptional experiences for our residents & startup community.

You'll play a key role in ensuring our office space operates smoothly while supporting a vibrant community of startup founders and supporters. You'll coordinate events, manage day-to-day operations, and help create positive experiences for everyone who visits our space or joins us online.