Regional Account Manager

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
* Help organisations to move to energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions
* A key role in delivering EECA's mission to shape how NZ uses energy
* Permanent role based in Christchurch
** He angitūtanga | The opportunity
** The Regional and Sector Partnerships Team is responsible for engaging at a regional and sector level with energy using organisations, to advance energy efficiency, conservation and the use of renewables across all sectors.

We're looking for a Regional Account Manager to work with regional stakeholders to identify and implement opportunities for energy efficiency initiatives and build awareness of renewable energy technologies. This roles works to make connections and build partnerships within regions on both demand and supply side.

Key responsibilities of the role include:
* Guide and influence decision makers to improve how organisations are using energy
* Create and own strategic account plans
* Manage a portfolio of regional stakeholders and provide advice on potential projects

Regular travel is required for this role.
** He kōrero mōu | About you
** To be successful in this role, you'll have:
* Experience in and knowledge of relevant energy efficiency and renewable energy offerings, regulations, key players and market dynamics
* Excellent communication and relationship management skills
* Strong commercial acumen and understanding of business issues
* The demonstrated ability to get results working with multiple stakeholders
* A proactive, resourceful and self-starting operating style.
** Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
** An important opportunity to join a government agency with a strong focus on delivery, to do meaningful work with motivated people that has a tangible impact on the lives of New Zealanders.
* Free medical insurance through Southern Cross
* Access to a well-utilised social club
* An excellent working environment – with a dynamic work culture.

EECA's mission is to mobilise New Zealanders to be world leaders in clean and clever energy use. We are
** Te Tari Tiaki Pūngao – Guardian of the energy**. This means we have a responsibility to ensure that all of New Zealand recognises that the energy we save now will be an asset to our future, in a multitude of ways. Our desired outcome is a sustainable energy system that supports the prosperity and wellbeing of current and future  order to get there, key strategic objectives are:
* Energy efficiency first
* Empower energy users
* Accelerate renewable energy

You can read more about what who we are at
** Tono ināianei | Apply now
** Please find a link to the job description here:

All applications must be sent by email, and include a CV and Cover Letter to Caishar Haribhai-Thompson ,
** Applications Close: 11.59pm on Thursday 22 January 2026.
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* Please note:

We will be reviewing applications after the closing date and will be in touch as early as possible about status of your application.*|

Location:

| Canterbury |
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