Australia Awards Vanuatu (AAV) Support Officer
🔍 Vanuatu
Location: Port Vila, Vanuatu | Full-time or Part-time | Fixed-term assignment until 20 December 2026, with the possibility of extension
Must have valid work rights in Vanuatu
- Support the delivery of scholarships and alumni activities in Vanuatu
- Build practical experience in program administration and international development
- Work alongside a collaborative team supporting education, leadership and development outcomes
Contribute to a world where people, communities and the planet thrive.
Tetra Tech International Development is a leading development consulting firm working with governments, businesses and NGOs to solve complex development challenges across the Indo-Pacific region.
In Vanuatu, Tetra Tech manages the Vanuatu Australia Education Support Program (VAESP) on behalf of the Australian Government through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). Through VAESP, Australia Awards Vanuatu (AAV) provides scholarship opportunities that enable ni-Vanuatu to undertake tertiary study in Australia and the Pacific.
AAV supports scholarship recipients throughout their scholarship journey, from promotion and selection through to study, return and alumni engagement. The program also works with alumni to strengthen professional networks, support ongoing learning and development, and build enduring links between Vanuatu and Australia.
The opportunity
As VAESP approaches completion in December 2026, AAV continues to deliver scholarship and alumni activities while ensuring that key program knowledge, systems and operational processes are well documented and maintained.
The Australia Awards Vanuatu Support Officer will provide administrative and operational support to the AAV team, working closely with the AAV Manager and AAV Officer to support day-to-day program activities and effective program implementation through to completion.
This position would suit a recent graduate or early-career professional who is interested in developing practical experience in program administration, education, international development or stakeholder engagement.
Key responsibilities
- Learn Australia Awards scholarship processes, policies and operational procedures.
- Support promotional events, outreach activities and provincial visits.
- Respond to scholarship enquiries and communicate professionally with stakeholders.
- Coordinate logistics and administration for scholarship delivery, awardee and alumni activities, workshops, meetings and events.
- Maintain accurate scholarship, awardee and alumni records, databases and program systems, including OASIS.
- Support program transition and knowledge management by documenting processes, organising files and archiving information.
About You
You are an organised, proactive and motivated individual who is interested in supporting education, scholarship or international development programs. You are willing to learn, have strong attention to detail and can communicate professionally with a diverse range of stakeholders.
You will bring:
- A relevant tertiary qualification in business, education, communications, human resources, information systems, international development or a related field is desirable.
- Relevant experience in administration, customer service, office or program support through employment, internships, volunteering or student leadership is desirable.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Bislama, with the ability to engage professionally with diverse stakeholders.
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage competing tasks, meet deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Interest in scholarship, education, professional development or international development, with a willingness to learn new systems and maintain accurate, confidential records.
You will also demonstrate a positive and proactive approach, strong interpersonal skills, reliability, flexibility and a commitment to working collaboratively as part of a team.
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How to Apply
If this opportunity interests you and you have the skills and attributes required, please click the “Apply for job” button.
Please submit:
- Your resume; and
- A brief statement of suitability outlining your relevant qualifications, experience, skills and interest in the role.
Apply before 11:59pm, Monday, 12 October 2026.
Why Tetra Tech International Development?
We are a values led organisation committed to flexible working, wellbeing, and creating positive impact. Our culture is grounded in collaboration, trust, diversity, and inclusion. Learn more about our purpose and values here.
Tetra Tech International Development is an equal‑opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of all cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We are committed to child safety, safeguarding, and the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment.
As a leading development consulting firm, Tetra Tech International Development works with people and communities to solve some of the world's most complex challenges to achieve a positive impact.
Working at Tetra Tech International Development means working within a values led organisation that invests in flexible work environments built on trust, safety and well-being. Through unified systems, flexible and supportive workplaces, we provide the foundations required for our team to enjoy the work they do and deliver value every day. Read more about our culture, purpose and values here.
Tetra Tech International Development is an equal opportunity employer and has a genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, child safety, safeguarding, and the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. We encourage people living with a disability; First Nations Peoples; and people of all cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences to apply.
Should you require additional support with your application, please email IDEV.HRServices@tetratech.com or phone +61 (08) 8375 4400.
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Position Type
Project opportunity
Region
Australia and Indo-Pacific Teams and Clients
Sector
Education (International Development)