Senior Lecturer Art and Design

Earlier this year, EIT | Te Pūkenga began a journey — E tū EIT, a chance to reshape our future together. To continue supporting our kaupapa, we are now seeking a 0.5 FTE, permanent Lecturer in Visual Art and Design, based in Hawke’s Bay, to contribute to the next stage of that journey. This role reports to the Head of School, IDEAschool and Toihoukura.

We acknowledge this has been a time of change and transition for many of our kaimahi. This role is an opportunity to look ahead — to bring your skills, experience, and aspirations into mahi that reflects our values and vision, and to play a meaningful part in shaping what comes next.

The Lecturer in Visual Art and Design will deliver high-quality teaching and academic support across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The role involves contributing to programme development, engaging in research or creative practice, and supporting ākonga to succeed and progress. This position plays a key part in advancing academic excellence, learner-centred education, and cultural responsiveness within IDEAschool and Toihoukura.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and academic support in visual art and design.
• Contribute to programme development and continuous improvement.
• Engage in research or maintain active creative practice.
• Support student success and progression through effective teaching and mentoring.
• Collaborate with colleagues, industry, and professional bodies to strengthen programme relevance.

Qualifications

At EIT, we’re proud to be a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with campuses in Tairawhiti (Gisborne), Hawkes Bay and Auckland, and to be building a future guided by the strengths and contributions of our kaimahi.

To provide high quality, relevant, accessible, and equitable tertiary education and training for the lifelong learning and achievement of learners, industries and the well-being of whānau and communities.

Our Values

We encourage you to apply — even if you don’t feel you meet every single requirement — if this opportunity feels like the right next step for you. What matters most are the skills, experience, and passion you bring, and how these can contribute to our future direction. Your mahi has the potential to make a lasting difference for ākonga, whānau, and communities.

We value diversity and inclusion and recognise that everyone’s journey is different. If you need any support to fully take part in the application process, please reach out in confidence to

How to apply

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and your relevant experience by clicking ‘Apply Now’. This will take you through to the role on our careers site.

If you have any questions, please email :

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