Education Advisor (0.6 FTE)

Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role

Are you passionate about education and dedicated to delivering high‑quality learning experiences to all ākonga? The Education Advisor role is a permanent part-time 0.6 FTE position based in Hawke’s Bay. In this role, you will work closely with staff across all subject areas to design, develop, deliver, and evaluate student‑centred learning experiences in a blended learning environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to support kaiako capability, strengthen academic quality, and contribute to innovative curriculum and learning design across EIT.

The appointing salary for this role will be between $89,639 to $100,915 per annum, dependent on skills and experience.

The Education Advisor is based in Te Papa Ako – Education Development Centre (EDC), reporting to the Manager, Te Papa Ako, and will be responsible for:

• Providing leadership and guidance on curriculum and learning design projects across the organisation.
• Supporting best practice in assessment, blended learning, online learning, active learning, and the development of high‑quality learning resources.
• Strengthening academic quality assurance processes, including programme monitoring, self‑review, and programme approval/accreditation.
• Designing and delivering professional development that builds kaiako capability in teaching practice, reflective practice, and quality assurance.
• Leading or supporting education development projects and institutional initiatives related to teaching and learning.

He kōrero mōu | About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A postgraduate qualification in Education, Evaluation, Learning Design, Educational Technology, Quality Assurance, or a related field.
• Current knowledge of tertiary education quality assurance systems and processes, academic regulations and policies, and administration practices — including the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (NZQCF).
• Extensive knowledge and experience in learning design principles and practices, curriculum design and development, and contemporary learning and teaching practice.
• Experience in change management and project management methodologies.
• Proven ability to balance priorities, identify valid options, solve problems, and make effective decisions.
• Advanced report writing, research, and analytical skills.

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 ad, 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.

Mō Mātou | About us

EIT, is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with campus locations in Tairāwhiti (Gisborne), Hawke’s Bay, and Auckland, with learning centres located throughout the region. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services that respond to the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Māori communities.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

Applicants should 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.
To apply, please submit your CV and Cover Letter alongside your online application.
For questions, contact [email protected].

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

For a copy of the Job Description visit education-advisor-0.6-fte-position-description-0826.pdf