Learning Systems Coordinator

Te Kura Mahi ā-Hirikapo | School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing

Te Kaupeka Pūtaiao | Faculty of Science

Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand

• Full-time 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE)
• Continuing position
• Generous annual leave provisions and professional development opportunities

Āu Mahi | What You Will Do

As the Learning Systems Coordinator, you will provide guidance and technical support to academic staff. You will ensure that learning platforms are effectively utilised, accessible, and engaging for both staff and students. A key part of your role will be anticipating and resolving technical issues while actively enhancing the learning experience through innovative solutions and training. In this role you will:

• Manage and optimise online course sites, ensuring they are well-structured and easy to navigate.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for staff and students using the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Train staff on how to use learning technologies effectively, offering both one-on-one coaching and group sessions.
• Assist in the setup and administration of online exams, ensuring security and accessibility for all students.
• Stay up to date with emerging trends and best practices in online education, offering insights to improve course delivery.
• Collaborate with various university teams to enhance the overall digital learning experience.

Mōu | Who You Are

This role requires a proactive and collaborative mindset, as you will work closely with different teams and you will also have:

• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in learning systems administration or a related role.
• Strong technical problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot IT-related issues.
• Experience in online learning platforms and supporting distance education students.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to train and support staff at different skill levels.
• A proactive and organised approach, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive and engaging learning environment
• An alignment with our organisation's values and culture, promoting a positive and inclusive work environment.

Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With

The School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing provides a collegial environment, and we are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi | The Treaty of Waitangi and upholding the inherent values, cultural practices and traditions including te reo Māori, tikanga, and kawa as guided by mana whenua, Ngāi Tūāhuriri.

For further details on the team and Te Kura Mahi ā-Hirikapo | School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing can be found here: Psychology, Speech and Hearing

Ngā Painga o UC | Why UC

Ngā Uara | Our Values of manaakitanga, whanaungatanga and tiakitanga guide our decisions and behaviour and provide a roadmap for how we do things at UC, affirming our commitment to pastoral care and support for our ākonga and staff. They challenge and inspire us to be the best we can, and make UC a great place to work and study. For more info on Ngā Uara | Our Values visit us here.

We are committed to accessible higher education, service to the community and the encouragement of talent without barriers of distance, wealth, class, gender or ethnicity. The University explicitly aims to produce graduates and support staff who are engaged with their communities, empowered to act for good and determined to make a difference in the world.

We offer a range of fantastic benefits, for more information, please visit us: . For more information about Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury, please visit

The closing date for this position is: 9 November 2025 (midnight, NZ time)

Please note, applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place before the close date.

Pēhea te tono mai | How You Apply

Applications for this position must be submitted via our careers website and should include a cover letter and resume.

Please note, we do not accept applications by email, however we are happy to answer your queries in relation to the application process, please forward these to

You must have Aotearoa New Zealand or Australian citizenship/permanent residency to be considered for this role. If you hold a valid work visa and are physically present in New Zealand, then you may also be considered.

Reference #

29496

Posted on

28 Oct 2025

Closes on

09 Nov :55

Location(s)

Christchurch

Expertise

Administration, Information Technology

Job level(s)

Experienced

Work type(s)

Continuing (Permanent) full-time