• Full Time
• Application Closes 17 Nov 2026
• Hawkes Bay - Napier
• Postsecondary Teacher

 Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role

We are seeking a full-time, permanent Lecturer, Business to join us at our Hawke's Bay Campus. This role provides academic leadership through excellence in teaching, industry engagement, programme development and coordination, research, and mentoring. Working collaboratively with learners, academic colleagues, industry partners, and community stakeholders, you will contribute to student success, programme quality, and the continued growth and relevance of business education at EIT.

The appointing salary for this role will be between $84,793 and $100,915, dependent on skills and experience.

The Lecturer, Business is based in our School of Business reporting to the Head of School and will be responsible for:

• 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.

He kōrero mōu | About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Extensive teaching experience at tertiary level in business education OR significant relevant industry experience.
• Proven ability to foster inclusive, responsive learning environments and support diverse ākonga needs.
• Sound oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience developing curriculum and assessment for multiple delivery modes, including online and face-to-face.
• Proficiency using educational technologies such as Moodle and Microsoft Teams.
• Research capability in any field of business.
• Understanding of Te Ao Māori and Mātauranga Māori
• Experience working with iwi, hapū, and Māori business networks to develop meaningful partnerships is desirable.
• Experience facilitating workshops and academic staff development is desirable.
• Ability to teach into anyone one or more of the following areas is desirable: Māori Business, HR, Logistics and Supply Chain, Project Management
• Degree in a relevant discipline.
• Masters/PhD desirable.  
• Teaching qualification (e.g. tertiary teaching certificate or diploma).

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.

Me Pēhea te Tono | How to Apply

Applicants should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will 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 with your online application. For questions, contact peopleandculture@eit.ac.nz. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.