Location: Wellington or Auckland
Start Date: 2026
Reporting to: Associate Head of Funding - People
NZ On Air is all about supporting content that reflects who we are as a nation. We invest in stories that matter from critical community radio, to podcasts and bold new scripted and non-fiction shows. If you’ve worked in radio/audio, screen or creative production and want to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
What you’ll be doing
We are seeking a Funding Advisor to join our Funding Team and help deliver NZ On Air’s investment strategy.
This role champions public media by making meaningful funding decisions that bring Aotearoa New Zealand stories to life. It involves assessing applications and recommending investments that celebrate our culture and identity while applying creative and critical thinking to evaluate proposals for originality, audience impact and cultural relevance.
This position supports content creators through NZ On Air’s funding processes, helping them navigate application criteria and priorities. Building strong relationships is central, connecting with creators, broadcasters, platforms and communities, and being the friendly face of NZ On Air in the sector.
Collaboration is key, working alongside a passionate team committed to storytelling, equity and innovation.
What you’ll bring
- Experience in radio, podcasting or creative production, especially if you’ve worked with diverse communities or public media platforms (e.g., Access Radio, Pacific Media Network, Samoa Capital Radio, Student Radio Network).
- A love for storytelling and a belief in the power of public media to connect and inspire.
- Great communication skills and cultural awareness – you’ll know how to listen, learn and engage authentically. You’ll be a strong writer with a knack for writing clear, compelling funding papers that reflect fair judgement and smart, strategic thinking.
- A collaborative mindset - you’re keen to share ideas, support others and grow together.
- An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a commitment to promoting te reo Māōri and Pacific languages and culture. If you can speak a Pacific language, it would be an advantage.
Why join us?
Be part of a team shaping the future of public media in Aotearoa.
- Contribute to projects that reflect our nation’s diversity, creativity and identity.
- Work in a values-driven organisation and collaborate with creative people and projects that deliver real impact.
- Opportunities to grow your skills in funding, strategy and sector engagement.
- The chance to make a meaningful impact, ensuring everyone’s stories are heard, especially those that haven’t been told yet.
How to Apply
- NZ On Air welcomes applicants from all backgrounds who share our values and commitment to authentic representation in public media.
- View the Job Description below to learn more.
To express your interest in this role please email your covering letter and CV directly to sarai@nzonair.govt.nz