Senior Tutor – Victoria University of Wellington – Kelburn, Wellington

• Do you thrive on encouraging and enabling student success?
• Do you have a degree in Information Systems, Information Management, Computer or Data Science (or equivalent), with an interest in education and educational administration?
• Do you have strong computer literacy with skills in problem solving, associated with the use of technology and/or technology enabled learning?
• Are you looking for a role that would add to your employability before moving into a graduate position, venturing overseas, or starting a teaching and/or academic career?

Mō Te Herenga Waka – About Our University

Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington is a global-civic university with our marae at our heart. This iho draws off our heritage and is further defined by our tūrangawaewae, in particular Wellington, Aotearoa, and the Asia-Pacific, all of which are expressed in our position as Aotearoa New Zealand’s globally ranked capital city university.

Our core ethical values are respect, responsibility, fairness, integrity, and empathy. These core ethical values are demonstrated in our commitment to sustainability, wellbeing, inclusivity, equity, diversity, collegiality, and openness. With, and as, tangata whenua, we value Te Tiriti o Waitangi, rangatiratanga, manaakitanga, kaitiakitanga, whai mātauranga, whanaungatanga, and akoranga.

Kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a fixed-term (37.5 hours a week) Senior Tutor to work closely with staff and students within the School of Information Management, which is situated within the Wellington School of Business and Government (WSBG). This is an opportunity for someone with energy and initiative to add value to academic programmes and the student experience. The suitable candidate will be responsible for providing administrative, tutorial and teaching support for course coordinators, teaching fellows, tutors, and other staff. This includes being the contact person for supporting technology enabled learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting workshops, computer labs and tutorials; and providing teaching assistance through marking and supervision of assessments.
• Providing technical and technological support – problem solving associated with the use of technology in classes, especially computing and blended classes; supporting technology enabled lea
• Providing both tutor and student support through consultation on a regular basis both on campus and online (for student taking courses via distance learning).
• Providing course and programme support particularly through the management of teaching platforms used at Victoria University of Wellington, including maintenance and monitoring of course information and records.
• Assistance with the recruitment, resourcing, mentoring, and development of tutors and teaching assistants.
• Assistance with the maintenance and monitoring of course information and records, and other administrative duties as required.

Ō pūmanawa – About you

You will be a customer-focused individual who loves being in action, and providing technology support for course, workshop, lab, and tutorial delivery. You enjoy solving problems across a range of education and administration areas. You can also take the initiative, have an excellent manner with students, and an enthusiasm for learning and teaching, in a tertiary environment.

As a highly organised self-starter and natural relationship builder, you also enjoy working autonomously as well as contributing positively to a high performing team. You have effective time and self-management skills, and able to anticipate and effectively meet deadlines. A growth mind set and the ability to remain calm under pressure are natural qualities.

Key Requirements:

• Graduate in Information Systems, Business Analysis, Information Management, Computer or Data Science or equivalent.
• High degree of computer literacy with skills in problem solving associated with the use of technology.
• Outstanding people and communication skills including the ability to adjust to different audiences.
• Proven ability to work under pressure and within a continually changing environment.

Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe – Why you should join our team

This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience and skills in leadership, technology, problem solving, and administration. The role is for an individual who is passionate about people, technology, and processes, who wants to be part of a fast-paced and collaborative team within a forward-looking School. The area of Information Management is exciting and dynamic, with the role busy, challenging, and stimulating for someone who likes to support students and academics to meet their goals and needs. We offer you flexible working arrangements, learning & development programs, and an inspiring workplace due to the breadth and range of resources that Te Herenga Waka and the School of Information Management provides.

Role Description

Close Date for Vacancy: 6 July 2022

Contact Details for Vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Helen Hynes, School Manager, helen.hynes@vuw.ac.nz (04)463-5019. But applicants should follow all steps listed below.

Important – Application Steps and information

For applicants who are not NZ Citizens or Permanent Residents, we recommend you check the NZ Immigration website for updates related to Covid19 restrictions on entry to New Zealand: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/covid-19

Please include a cover letter in your application, telling us why you’re a great fit for this position then email the completed application form, cover letter and CV or any other supporting documentation to erecruit@vuw.ac.nz stating the reference number and position title from the advert in the subject line.