Are you passionate about arts and culture in the community? Would you like to help decide how Creative Communities Scheme (CCS) funding is distributed in Upper Hutt?

We’re looking for two new members to join our Creative Communities Scheme Assessment Panel as community representatives.

About the role

You will be assessing creative project applications for the Upper Hutt community and helping to decide how to allocate the funds that the Council receives from Creative New Zealand.

There are two allocation meetings per year; the meetings for 2026 will occur in May and November. Full induction will be provided.

This is a volunteer role (3 years); however, you will receive a fee for attending each of the allocation meetings.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• a strong passion for seeing arts and culture thrive in the community;
• a good understanding of Upper Hutt’s local community arts and cultural environment; and
• an ability to work collaboratively with the assessment panel and community groups.

About Creative New Zealand and the Creative Communities Scheme

Creative New Zealand, which is a Crown entity, works with city and district councils to deliver the Creative Communities Scheme. This scheme provides funding support to local arts and culture and is administered by Upper Hutt City Council.

How to apply and more information

Applications close at 5.00PM on Wednesday, 18 February 2026. To apply, please email funding@uhcc.govt.nz with a brief description of your relevant experience and why you would like to be involved.

For more information about the role, please email Jane Braun, Community Partnerships Manager: jane.braun@uhcc.govt.nz

Source: Upper Hutt City Council

22/01/26