The Coalition for Books is a dynamic leadership organisation, charged with rolling out strategic,
collaborative initiatives designed to engage more audiences with a diverse range of New Zealand books
and authors. Established only two years ago, the sector-led Coalition now boasts over 40 organisations as members, is an active sector advocate, and has delivered myriad successful promotional campaigns across key calendar events. Core to its activities and broadening reach is the digital book platform
ketebooks.co.nz
Based in either Auckland or Wellington, the Board is seeking to appoint a part-time, fixed-term contractor, tasked with delivering to the Coalition’s strategic plan and managing a programme of high impact and effective activities throughout 2022. This includes the day to day running of the organisation, alongside managing a part-time digital/social media coordinator and the part-time editor of Kete.
The Coalition for Books recognises tangata whenua as central to its kaupapa, including support for
Māori-led initiatives, Māori writers and publications in both te reo Māori and English.
To be successful in this role you will need:
• High level skills in project management, including budgeting, and able to launch and manage high
impact events
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
• An ability to manage relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders from across the book and
creative sectors
• Good networks within the literary sector
• Strong initiative and deadline-driven, with capacity to multi-task and work independently
• Ability to secure and manage the services of highly skilled contractors as required
• Ability to work within a small team and with a Board
• Ability to copy-write for marketing materials and a Coalition e-newsletter
• Proficiency with computer software (MSOffice, Word, Excel) essential, Adobe a plus, and training on
Kete/Squarespace will be provided
• Financial acumen is essential. Some familiarity with Xero is desirable.
Applications including cover letter and CV, can be made in confidence to the Chair of the Board at
melaniel@allenandunwin.com
Applications will close on Monday 14 February
