New Zealand Embassy - Manila, Philippines

01/09/2026

Something exciting is coming! ✨ Get ready to experience the best of New Zealand right here in Manila. Save the date: September 26-27 at the OneAyala. Stay tuned for more details! 🇳🇿🇵🇭

31/08/2026

What a fantastic Friendship Week celebration with the of Migrant Workers! 🎉🇵🇭🇳🇿 As we mark 60 years of ties, this week was a reminder of exactly why our bond is so strong: Filipino talent helps make the magic happen!

28/08/2026

27/08/2026

From diplomacy to decarbonisation – our visiting young ASEAN diplomats and trade officials saw firsthand how renewable energy helps power New Zealand.

New Zealand generates around 85% of its electricity from renewable sources, including, hydro, wind and solar, supporting a more sustainable and resilient energy future.

27/08/2026

📢 JOB VACANCY: TEAM ADMINISTRATOR (PROPERTY) 📢

The New Zealand Embassy in Manila is looking for their next Team Administrator for Property.

The Team Administrator is responsible for providing general administration to help ensure the efficient and smooth running of the office, with a principal focus on property management.

The successful applicant must have experience in property and facilities management, basic financial and/or bookkeeping knowledge, and basic procurement processes and vendor management. They must be resourceful, results-oriented and have sound judgement, good analytical skills, attention to detail, motivation, initiative, and an ability to set priorities. The successful applicant will need to be highly organised and have very good written and oral communication skills in English. They must be able to work effectively as part of a team in a cross-cultural environment. In particular the ability to build working relationships with offshore teams will be important. They must have the flexibility to step into different work streams that may at times be required (e.g. consular work and in events or functions).

We are looking for the successful appointee to commence duties in September 2026. The successful applicant will be employed on local terms and conditions.

To apply for this position, send an email to [email protected] with three Word documents attached. On the email subject line please indicate: Job Application for Team Administrator: First Name, Last Name.

• A letter of no more than two (2) pages, addressed to the Administration Manager, New Zealand Embassy, Manila, setting out why you are applying for this job, with specific examples of how you meet all the criteria set out in the third paragraph of this advertisement.
• A CV (resumé) of no more than three (3) pages.

A driver’s license is required.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

The deadline for applications is 8 pm, Wednesday, 9 September 2026.

26/08/2026

Thinking about studying in New Zealand?

Join the Study with New Zealand Study Expo 2026 in Cebu and Iloilo and meet representatives from 16 leading New Zealand education institutions.

Whether you're exploring undergraduate or postgraduate study, vocational education or future career pathways, this is your opportunity to learn more about what New Zealand has to offer.

📍 Cebu | 19 September 2026 – Seda Ayala Center Cebu Hotel
📍 Iloilo | 22 September 2026 – Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo Hotel

Register and find out more: 🔗 https://www.studywithnewzealand.govt.nz/en/study-expo-2026-cebu-iloilo

✅ Meet New Zealand institution representatives
✅ Learn about study and scholarship opportunities
✅ Discover student life in New Zealand
✅ Get answers to your questions about studying abroad
✅ Receive expert immigration advice from a Licensed New Zealand Immigration Adviser.

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26/08/2026

📢 The New Zealand Embassy in Manila will be closed on 31 August 2026 in observance of Philippine National Heroes Day.

If you are a New Zealand national in need of urgent consular assistance during the holidays, please call +64 99 20 20 20.

25/08/2026

Iloilo had our Ambassador at hello! 👋

From its warm people and rich heritage to its unmistakable energy, Iloilo gave us plenty to celebrate and highlighted the people-to-people ties that connect New Zealand and the Philippines. 🇳🇿🤝🇵🇭

As Iloilo City marks Charter Day today, we extend our warmest greetings to the people of the City of Love. ❤️

Here's to the stories, communities, and Ilonggo spirit that continue to shape this remarkable city. Happy Charter Day, Iloilo! 🎉

21/08/2026

Young diplomats and trade officials from across ASEAN are visiting New Zealand on a study tour. The visit programme included a stop at the Beehive to learn more about New Zealand's system of government, foreign policy priorities, and trade agenda. A fantastic opportunity to deepen understanding and strengthen connections across our region.

19/08/2026

Happy World Humanitarian Day! 🌍

This year’s theme - Strengthening Global Solidarity and Empowering Local Communities - reflects New Zealand’s commitment to principled humanitarian action and locally led solutions.

As New Zealand and the Philippines mark 60 years of diplomatic relations, we celebrate a partnership built on friendship, trust, and a shared dedication to supporting communities in times of need.

Through our longstanding collaboration with the Philippine Red Cross and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), New Zealand is proud to support stronger protection, accountability, and community-led humanitarian action, helping build resilience and preparedness across the Philippines. 🤝