Business Lecturer: Curriculum Innovator & Industry Link

Eastern Institute of Technology; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

EIT in Hawke's Bay seeks a full-time, permanent Lecturer, Business to lead teaching and curriculum efforts across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. You will engage with industry partners, contribute to programme development, and mentor students to foster success.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the School of Business, research and professional development, and ongoing quality assurance to ensure relevance and accreditation readiness.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business or closely related discipline.
• Significant tertiary teaching experience and/or substantial industry experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in one or more business disciplines.
• Proven ability to deliver engaging, learner-centred teaching in a tertiary environment.
• Experience in curriculum development, programme design, and assessment practices.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance, academic standards, and continuous improvement processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Experience engaging with industry partners and developing networks that enhance learner opportunities.
• An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally responsive educational practice.
• Evidence of research, scholarship, professional practice, or industry engagement.

Responsibilities

• Delivering high-quality teaching and learning across undergraduate and postgraduate business programmes.
• Designing, developing, and reviewing curriculum to ensure programmes remain current, innovative, and industry relevant.
• Coordinating courses and programmes to support student success and positive learner outcomes.
• Developing and maintaining effective relationships with industry, employers, and community stakeholders.
• Engaging with mana whenua and incorporating culturally responsive practices into teaching and learning.
• Supporting students through academic guidance, mentoring, and pastoral care.
• Undertaking research, scholarship, and professional development activities that enhance teaching practice.
• Contributing to programme reviews, quality assurance activities, moderation, and accreditation requirements.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the School and wider organisation to achieve strategic objectives.
• Participating in School initiatives, projects, and continuous improvement activities that support organisational growth and excellence.

Skills

Lecturer experience

Curriculum development

Assessment practices

Industry engagement

Quality assurance

Communication skills

Te Tiriti understanding

Education

Master's degree in Business

Job description

EIT in Hawke's Bay seeks a full-time, permanent Lecturer, Business to lead teaching and curriculum efforts across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. You will engage with industry partners, contribute to programme development, and mentor students to foster success.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the School of Business, research and professional development, and ongoing quality assurance to ensure relevance and accreditation readiness.