Senior Learning Designer for Student Success

CGR Services; Wellington; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Victoria University of Wellington seeks a Poutuia Matua - Senior Learning Designer to join the Student Transition team, delivering learner-centred programmes, resources, and digital environments that boost engagement and success. You will provide expert guidance, design accessible learning experiences, and influence practice across the University.

You will lead design initiatives, use data and co-design methods, and collaborate with colleagues to advance student outcomes and institutional

Qualifications

• Proven experience in tertiary education or the public/private sectors in leading modern/digital online delivery and instructional design.
• At least 3–5 years of demonstrated experience in a Learning Designer, Educational Designer or equivalent role.
• Relevant post-graduate qualification, accreditation, or equivalent workplace experience.
• Leadership experience in educational design and development.
• Applied subject matter expertise in the management of Learning Management Systems and associated tools.
• Knowledge of current pedagogical theory, learner engagement, student success, and evidence-informed design practice.
• Highly developed oral and written communication skills, with the ability to express complex matters concisely to different target groups.
• Sound relationship building, coaching and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated application of assistive technologies and associated learning design frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Take a leading role in the design, development, and continuous improvement of learner-centred programmes, resources, and support initiatives that enhance student engagement, retention, progression, and success.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on learning design, educational practice, and student success strategies, building capability across the University and supporting evidence-informed decision making.
• Design and enhance digital learning environments, resources, and student-facing technologies, ensuring accessible, inclusive, and engaging experiences for diverse learners.
• Use learner insights, analytics, student feedback, and co-design approaches to evaluate impact and drive continuous improvement of programmes, services, and digital experiences.
• Collaborate with academic and professional staff across the University, providing leadership, mentoring, and specialist expertise to advance strategic student success initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Learning design

Stakeholder management

Analytics & evidence-informed design

Communication skills

Collaboration

Assistive technologies awareness

Education

Post-graduate qualification or accreditation

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

Victoria University of Wellington seeks a Poutuia Matua - Senior Learning Designer to join the Student Transition team, delivering learner-centred programmes, resources, and digital environments that boost engagement and success. You will provide expert guidance, design accessible learning experiences, and influence practice across the University.

You will lead design initiatives, use data and co-design methods, and collaborate with colleagues to advance student outcomes and institutional