Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role

The Lecturer Art & Design is a part-time (0.6 FTE) permanent position to join our IDEA School and Toihoukura team at EIT, based in Hawke’s Bay. The role focuses on delivering high-quality teaching and learning across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, inspiring ākonga through innovative curriculum delivery, and contributing to research and professional practice.

The appointing salary for this role will be on the $60,000 and $85,000, dependent on skills and experience.

You will report to the Head of School IDEA School and Toihoukura and will be responsible for:

• Delivering high-quality instruction in design across multiple delivery modes.
• Developing lesson plans and course content aligned with programme objectives.
• Providing academic and pastoral support to ākonga.
• Contributing to curriculum development, assessment, and moderation.
• Engaging in research or creative practice relevant to design education.

He kōrero mōu | About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in design or a related creative discipline.
• Experience teaching in tertiary or adult education settings.
• Knowledge of contemporary design curricula and educational best practices.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and inclusively.
• Understanding and appreciation of te reo Māori me ōna tikanga.
• Teaching qualification and research experience (desirable).

Mō Mātou | About us

EIT is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with campuses in Tairāwhiti (Gisborne), Hawke’s Bay, and Auckland, and learning centres throughout the region. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and to creating a culturally competent and confident workforce that meets the aspirations of Māori learners, iwi, and communities.

As an inclusive and supportive employer, we value diversity and want to encourage anyone interested to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes or not. We know that people from underrepresented groups and women in particular don't apply for roles if they're not a 100% match, but we're not looking for perfection, we're looking for potential. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the advert, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your Cover Letter.  

For more information, please view the Position Description below. 

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this advert may close earlier if suitable candidates are identified.  

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including a New Zealand Police vet as this role is identified as a children’s worker.

If this exciting and rewarding role sounds like your next career move, we encourage you to apply. Submit your CV and Cover Letter online. For more information, please contact peopleandculture@eit.ac.nz.