Programme Lead - Information Technology (AKL)

Confidential

Auckland permanent

Posted: May 7, 2026

Job Description

Programme Lead – Auckland Campuses

Whitecliffe

Whitecliffe is a leading independent tertiary institution in New Zealand, renowned for delivering innovative, industry-connected education. With campuses in Auckland, Manukau, Wellington, and Christchurch, we pride ourselves on having teaching staff with extensive industry experience who support our graduates to turn creativity into a career.

About You

As Programme Lead, you will be a visible, hands-on people leader — the primary point of Auckland based support, guidance, and professional growth for our lecturing faculty across our Auckland campuses. You will build a high-performing, collaborative team by actively mentoring lecturers to continually improve teaching quality and keep pace with a rapidly evolving industry.

You will be comfortable overseeing programme delivery of undergraduate courses in Auckland, monitoring performance against quality benchmarks, and supporting continuous improvement in curriculum, assessment, and student outcomes. You will champion a culture of teaching excellence, ensuring every lecturer is equipped, motivated, and supported to deliver outstanding learning experiences.

You will also work with the Programme Head and Chair to provide academic leadership across the programme, maintaining strong industry partnerships and ensuring alignment with the programme's specialisations and next iterations. An understanding of data sciences, digital ethics, AI and society, and design thinking will support the continued development of our programmes.

Skills and Qualifications

Postgraduate degree (Master's or PhD) in Data Sciences

Experience in tertiary teaching within computing or technology disciplines

Prior programme/curriculum development and co-ordination experience.

Good understanding of current and emerging technologies across the programme's specialisations: AI/Machine Learning, Data Analytics.

An understanding of higher education quality frameworks and processes

Experience with work-integrated learning models and industry partnership development

Personal Attributes:

Inspiring educator and mentor

Commitment to student-centred learning and inclusive teaching practices

Strong facilitation, leadership and coaching capabilities

Quality problem-solving and strategic thinking skills

Commitment to fostering collaboration, risk-taking, and respect for diverse perspectives

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