Election Roles 2026: Serve Your Community, Make an Impact

Help deliver the 2026 General Election – be part of one of New Zealand’s most important events. Whether you enjoy working with people, keeping things organised behind the scenes, or supporting your local community, we have a range of casual roles across Aotearoa New Zealand that may last for a single day, several days, or multiple weeks, depending on the position. Pay rates vary by role and level of responsibility, ranging from $28.95 per hour to $36 per hour, plus 8% holiday pay. All roles include compulsory paid training. Electorate Headquarters Roles Administration and operational support Logistics and planning Data entry and processing Team coordination and leadership Supporting election‑day and post‑election activities Voting Place Roles Greeting and assisting voters Issuing voting papers Supporting voters to complete the voting process Providing customer service and guidance Supporting or supervising voting place teams Qualifications Enthusiasm for supporting democracy and your local community Strong attention to detail Ability to follow instructions and learn quickly Strong communication and customer‑service skills Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds Good planning and organisational skills Confidence using technology Ability to remain calm and professional in busy environments Experience using Microsoft Office (required for some roles) Eligibility Must be legally allowed to work in New Zealand #J-18808-Ljbffr