Join Our Board of Trustees
Help shape the future of belonging in the Queenstown Lakes.
We’re actively searching for passionate and committed people to join the Board of Lakes Multicultural Collective to help guide our next chapter.
About the Role
As a Trustee, you will provide strategic guidance and oversight to ensure the effective management and sustainability of LMC.
You will help to shape our strategy, strengthen partnerships, and support the growth of a multicultural, inclusive community across the Queenstown Lakes district.
Now is an exciting time to join — we’re building on four years of mahi and relationships to grow into a new entity that meets a wider community need.
Key responsibilities include:
● contributing to the development of policies and programs
● participating in board meetings and discussions
● representing LMC in the community
Available Opportunities Include:
Chairperson
Tangata Whenua Lead
Accounting / Treasurer / Financial Lead
Diversity Lead
Environmental Lead
Operational / Strategic Planning
Why Join Our Board?
🌿 Shape the Future
You will have a say in defining this new phase of growth and impact, contributing your ideas, insights, and expertise to drive positive change within the organisation and the community.
💚 Have a Meaningful Impact
Your contributions directly contribute to fostering cultural diversity, inclusion, and well-being within the Queenstown community. Your efforts will help create a more inclusive and vibrant community where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
💼 Professional Development
Whether you're looking to enhance your leadership skills, gain experience in governance, or expand your network within the nonprofit sector, this role provides a platform for personal and professional enrichment.
🫱🏽🫲🏼 Networking & Collaboration
Work alongside Trustees, stakeholders, and community members who share your passion for promoting cultural diversity and social cohesion and build meaningful partnerships and connections to maximise impact.
🌏 Community Engagement
A great opportunity to engage with diverse community members, cultural groups, and stakeholders to understand their needs, perspectives, and aspirations and foster dialogue that drives positive change within the community.
Who We’re Looking For:
We welcome expressions of interest from people of all backgrounds — especially those with lived experience as migrants, ethnic community members, or advocates for inclusion.
We do not discriminate based on age, gender-identity, cultural group, religious background, skin colour, belief system, or disabilities - in fact, we celebrate and encourage diversity in our team.
Note: A Police background check is required for all Trustees.
Ideal candidates will have:
Demonstrated experience in governance, preferably with experience serving on nonprofit boards or similar leadership roles.
A genuine passion for promoting cultural diversity, inclusion, and social cohesion within the community.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
Ability to commit to attending monthly board meetings initially, with flexibility to transition to bi-monthly meetings as needed.
Experience in financial management or willingness to serve as a Treasurer would be highly advantageous.
Time Commitment
There is flexibility to accommodate your schedule and other commitments. Whether you're a busy professional, a community advocate, university student, or a retiree looking to give back, this role allows you to make a meaningful contribution on your own terms.
Initially, 2 hours per month initially for Board meetings while new members inducted
Transitioning to every other month.
Depending on the role you take on within the board, your time commitment might vary in between meetings.
Expression of Interest
If you’re interested in joining the Lakes Multicultural Collective Board of Trustees, please complete the form below to submit your expression of interest, and we will be in touch!