Academic Staff Member - Tourism and Hospitality
We have one position available for an Academic Staff Member within the Tourism and Hospitality team in the School of Design Innovation and Service Industries, with the successful candidate starting in Semester One, 2027. The role involves teaching on the Bachelor of Applied Hospitality and Tourism Management and associated diploma’s . Within this role you will contribute to developing future industry leaders through teaching in the classroom and online; researching; creating, reviewing, and updating resources and teaching materials; assessing ākonga (student) work; assisting with the recruitment and care of ākonga (student); and actively participating in the team and institution environment. The role also includes teaching in China for a minimum of 4 weeks a year.
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the Role
- Delivery of the Bachelor of Applied Hospitality and Tourism Management
- Providing leadership in ākonga (student) management
- Develop and deliver effective partnerships with key stakeholders
- Use a learner-centred approach to facilitate the learning of diverse ākonga (student)
- Developing, planning and implementing ākonga (student) assessment, courses, and resource material
- Monitoring ākonga (student) progress and results and providing timely and accurate advice and support as required
- Actively engaging in research
He kōrero mōu | About You The skills, experience and qualifications required for this role include:
- A Masters qualification in a related field (or a willingness to work towards one)
- Five years’ experience in the Tourism/Hospitality industry
- Skills and/or qualifications in adult teaching (highly advantageous)
- Importantly you will be able to demonstrate strong alignment and commitment to our Toi Ohomai Values.
Mō Mātou | About us
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology is the largest vocational education provider in the Bay of Plenty and South Waikato. Home to over 9000 ākonga (students), at Toi Ohomai we put ākonga and kaimahi at the centre of all we do. Through educational excellence, Māori Success, strong partnerships and sustainable practices we enable our ākonga, institution and communities to thrive.
Toiohomaitanga describes our way of doing and being. It reflects how we care for each other, work together, and uphold our shared purpose. Ā mātou uara | our values are an important part of this, our Toi Ohomai values are:
- Toitūtanga – Courageous and humble in our pursuit of excellence
- Manaakitanga – Strengthening the mana of others and our communities
- Whanaungatanga – Building and nurturing relationships
- Kotahitanga – United in our shared purpose
Me pēhea te tono | How to apply
At Toi Ohomai, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome people from all backgrounds, and the unique perspectives and skills they bring. We strive to ensure a recruitment process that is accessible and welcoming and encourage applications from our diverse communities. If you need support during the application process, reach out, we’re here to help.
All applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Toi Ohomai is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and will undertake relevant vetting and pre-employment checks.
If this role sounds like your next career move, then we encourage you to apply. We review applications as they arrive and may contact shortlisted candidates before the closing date.
To apply please submit your CV and Cover Letter with your online application.
