Senior Learning Designer

About Auckland University of Technology

Auckland University of Technology (AUT), New Zealand's newest and one of the most distinctive universities, caters to over 27,000 students with a workforce of 4,000 staff across three campuses in Auckland. Privileged with a QS 5-star rating, AUT fosters an inclusive culture shaped by the principles of Pono, Tika, and Aroha. The university values Te Tiriti and honors Māori and Pacific contributions, embracing diversity in ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, political beliefs, socio-economic status, and accessibility needs.

The Role

This full-time, permanent position in AUT's City Campus, Auckland CBD, involves leading educational design initiatives. The role demands a broad expertise in innovative pedagogy, curriculum development, digital learning, assessment, and scholarly pedagogical research. A strong understanding of Mātauranga Māori and/or Pacific pedagogies and cultural competence is highly valued. You will collaborate with academic teams using design-led approaches to create blended learning experiences grounded in evidence-based principles, managing multiple projects and work strands effectively.

Work Environment and Benefits

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and access to free study programs
• A caring and values-driven culture with generous leave provisions
• Access to tools, recognition programs, and cultural capability development to maximize impact

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will demonstrate energy, curiosity, openness to new ideas, and a collaborative mindset that contributes to a positive workplace culture. Embracing cultural humility and respect for Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Indigenous peoples, and diverse communities is essential. Experience with Indigenous, equity, or inclusion initiatives is advantageous.

Qualifications and Experience

• A postgraduate qualification in a pertinent field or equivalent professional standing
• Significant experience in planning, designing, and developing educational practices and learning design methodologies for varied learning environments, including face-to-face, blended, and online
• Proven capability in systematic learning design processes at scale, including project and milestone management in centrally coordinated learning design initiatives
• Demonstrated success collaborating with academics and specialists to deliver project outcomes aligned with institutional priorities
• Evidence-based practice in academic consultation, curriculum design, and assessment support
• Experience managing programme-wide and new course developments within university settings
• Knowledge and practical skills relating to Mātauranga Māori and/or Pasifika pedagogies, supporting their integration into learning and teaching
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and AUT’s Te Aronui journey

Additional Information

• Start Date: Immediate
• Salary Range: NZD 110,000 to 122,000 per annum
• Full-time role: 37.5 hours per week
• Applications must include a CV and cover letter outlining the candidate’s interest and how they meet key criteria
• Applications submitted exclusively via AUT’s online careers portal

Contact and Closing

For more information, contact Sally Eberhard at sally.eberhard@aut.ac.nz. Applications close on 12 July at 10:30 PM. AUT is an inclusive institution welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.