Education Adviser

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Education Adviser to be part of a significant 10-year education program changing outcomes for the children of Nauru.

Contribute to a world where people, communities and the planet thrive.

Tetra Tech International Development is a leading development consulting firm working with government, businesses, and NGOs to solve complex development challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. For more information please visit our website .

The opportunity

• Located in Nauru
• Long term adviser role until May 2025, with option to extend
• Attractive remuneration including accommodation and vehicle

Nauru Education Program

The Nauru Education Program (NEP) is administered by Tetra Tech International Development on behalf of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). The NEP aims to strengthen Nauru’s education sector performance and Australia’s Pacific relationships, driving shared prosperity and progress. The NEP has a focus on stronger literacy and numeracy outcomes; more equitable and relevant education pathways; and more inclusive, evidence-based, and efficient government systems.

The NEP program is tailored to the local cultural context and government priorities, through Nauru’s Department of Education and Training (DoET) and other stakeholders, including teachers, school and community leaders and parents. The program will employ unique approaches to effectively address local challenges with a resource constrained environment.

Key responsibilities

• Support the DOET in delivering early activities of the NEP
• Coordinate the development and manage the implementation of annual operational plans
• Provide written and verbal advice and guidance on cross-cutting issues such as child protection, gender equality, and disability inclusion
• Support the Team Leader in managing all aspects of the NEP, providing technical advice as necessary
• Contribute to NEP reviews, analysis and reporting activities
• Actively support the NEP Team Leader, Deputy Team Leader and NEP technical advisers to build positive and collaborative working relationships with the Secretary of Education and relevant DOET counterparts
• Assist the DOET to develop approaches for building capacity around workforce planning

Selection criteria

• Tertiary qualifications in Pedagogy, Education or related field
• Experience in education service management, preferably with a focus on planning and program design.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and coordinating basic education programs and strengthening core education system capabilities.
• Experience providing high quality analytical and technical input to reforms and implementation of interventions
• Demonstrated experience with mainstreaming inclusive education practices, including supporting access for girls and children with disabilities
• Experience working flexibly in a cross-cultural, multi-lingual environment, preferably in Nauru

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How to apply

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Applications will only be accepted via the Tetra Tech International Development Website. Emailed applications will be disregarded.

Please submit:

• Resume
• Statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), demonstrating how your qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills and personal attributes align with the selection criteria

Apply before Tuesday 21 May 11:59 PM AEST

Due to a high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.