Postgraduate Learning and Development Facilitator

This is a unique opportunity to shape the learning and development experience of postgraduate researchers and research supervisors across Massey University. As the Postgraduate Learning and Development Facilitator, you will lead the design, delivery and evaluation of research training and supervisor development programmes that support excellence in postgraduate research. You will work with staff and students across the University to develop engaging, evidence-based learning opportunities that build capability, strengthen supervision practice, and enhance the postgraduate research experience. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity based on our Manawatu campus in Palmerston North.

Mo tenei turanga mahi | About the role

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining educational design, facilitation, stakeholder engagement and strategic thinking to make a tangible difference to the postgraduate research community.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Designing and delivering innovative learning and development opportunities for master's and doctoral researchers.
• Developing online, blended and face-to-face learning resources and programmes.
• Evaluating programme effectiveness and using data and feedback to continuously improve offerings.
• Building and maintaining sector networks to ensure Massey's programmes reflect current and emerging best practice in postgraduate researcher development.
• Developing communications and engagement strategies that connect students and supervisors with learning opportunities and resources.
• Working collaboratively with academic and professional staff across the University to support postgraduate success.
• Leading and facilitating accreditation programmes for researchers supervising postgraduate students.

Mou | About you

You are motivated by helping others learn, grow and succeed. Bringing a blend of educational expertise, strong project management skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships, you enjoy designing and delivering learning experiences that make a real difference.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A postgraduate qualification, preferably a doctorate.
• Experience designing and delivering learning and development programmes.
• Excellent facilitation, presentation and communication skills.
• Experience developing learning resources and programmes across multiple delivery modes.
• The ability to build effective relationships with academic staff, researchers and students.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills

Ko nga hua o te turanga? | What's in it for you?

This role offers the chance to have a university-wide impact on postgraduate research and supervision practice. You'll work with postgraduate researchers, supervisors and professional staff, contribute to strategic initiatives in researcher development, and help create meaningful learning experiences that support research excellence and student success.

Massey University supports flexible working and a healthy work-life balance, with access to campus facilities and staff benefits. You will also receive up to 6.75% employer contribution to the UniSaver Superannuation Scheme, five university holidays each year, and a subsidised Southern Cross Healthcare plan for you and your whanau.

The salary for this position will depend on skills and experience but will be in the range of Grade 7 ($83,818 - $117,788).

If you are research impact savvy, communication focused and motivated by helping others show how research makes a difference, we would welcome your application.

Further enquiries should be directed to Jo Whittle, Team Leader, Postgraduate Research at J.Whittle@massey.ac.nz.

Desired Skills and Experience

Facilitation Communication Leadership Collaboration Engagement Mentoring Coaching Innovation Strategy Research Development Education Curriculum Design Delivery Evaluation Accreditation Stakeholdering Networking Partnership Influence Planning Organisation Coordination ProjectManagement Analysis Assessment Capability Learning Training Presentation RelationshipBuilding Adapt