Teaching Advisor - Māori Cultural Capability

Empower staff to embed Indigenous knowledge and culturally responsive teaching across University programmes.

This is a meaningful opportunity to shape the future of learning and teaching. You’ll help lift cultural capability across the University, working alongside passionate academics who want to do better for their tauira. You’ll also be part of the Teaching Enhancement team — a collaborative, forward‑thinking group within Learning & Teaching Excellence that thrives on innovation, relationship‑building, and making a real difference for staff and students.

In this role, you’ll connect with Māori communities, influence curriculum design, and lead initiatives that create real, lasting change. If you’re driven by impact, relationships, and advancing Indigenous knowledge, this is a place where your expertise genuinely matters.

• Leading teaching initiatives and contributing to strategic education priorities
• Developing guidelines for consistent pedagogical use of LMS and digital tools
• Providing expert advice on culturally responsive pedagogy
• Co‑designing curriculum that reflects Indigenous worldviews
• Delivering training, workshops, and mentoring for academic staff
• Coordinating teaching observations, induction, and professional development programmes

Permanent role, 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE) at our Lincoln Campus. Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 per annum, depending on experience.

You will have:

• Experience in tertiary education, including developing or supporting teaching practice
• Strong pedagogical knowledge and proficiency with learning technologies (Moodle preferred)
• Demonstrated commitment to cultural competency, Te Tiriti, and Indigenous advancement
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse groups
• Strong communication, planning, and problem‑solving abilities
• Alignment with Manaakitaka and Lincoln University values.

At Lincoln University, you'll be part of a supportive and inclusive workplace that values diversity and equal opportunity.

• Grow your career with expert‑led training & mentorship
• Generous leave – six weeks of paid leave per year (based on 1.0 FTE)
• Annual salary reviews to recognise your contributions
• Eye care support – contributions toward eye tests and glasses
• Free on‑site parking for added convenience
• Flexible, family‑friendly work environment promoting work‑life balance
• Wellbeing support – free, confidential services through Clear Head
• Exclusive employee benefits with Southern Cross Health Insurance
• On‑campus gym with discounted membership fees
• Access to an on‑site early childhood centre with staff discounts
• Engaging social culture – staff groups, activities & events

Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki | Lincoln University is a specialist institution dedicated to impactful research and higher education that supports land‑based industries in New Zealand and globally.

Our campus sits at the heart of the Lincoln research precinct, complemented by university‑owned farms and research stations that blend education, research, and hands‑on learning. At Lincoln, students are at the heart of everything we do—we empower them to grow their potential and contribute to a more sustainably productive world through world‑class teaching and research.

As a progressive university with an ambitious vision, we value a professional workforce that reflects the diversity of our community. Our staff engage with students, parents, government, iwi, and external stakeholders, upholding Lincoln University’s reputation through their work.

Our Te Tiriti o Waitangi commitments begin with mana whenua. We honour our special relationship with Ngāi Te Ruahikihiki and Te Taumutu Rūnanga, embedded in our He Tūtohinga Whakamātau | Charter of Understanding.

Ready to apply? Submit your CV and a cover letter that highlights your fit for the role—tell us what makes you the ideal candidate!

Applications received via email will not be considered, however specific enquiry relating to the role can be made to terry.meechang.nz

We are only considering applicants who have current unrestricted legal working rights in New Zealand. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.