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The Opportunity

• Position reserved for citizens of Lao PDR
• Exciting opportunity to contribute to the primary education sector in Laos
• Based in Vientiane
• Full-time, until 30 June 2026   

Basic Education Quality and Access in Lao PDR (BEQUAL)

The Basic Education Quality and Access in Lao PDR (BEQUAL) program is led by the Government of Lao PDR with support from the Australian Government to advance the education priorities of the Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES) as described in the Education and Sports Sector Development Plan (ESSDP). BEQUAL Phase 2 continues the substantial progress and builds upon the achievements of the first phase (2015-2022). It provides support to the development of an enabling and inclusive teaching and learning environment for teachers and learners with a focus on those who may be disadvantaged because of gender, disability, ethnicity or language.

The Position

The Teacher Development Specialist will work collaboratively with the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Systems Strengthening Manager to provide technical inputs and coordination support for the development and delivery of innovative and responsive training materials, content and approaches for primary teachers, internal pedagogical support staff and other relevant education staff in target districts, Teacher Training Colleges and other relevant locations as part of the BEQUAL support for primary teacher CPD. The position will work collaboratively with key stakeholders in Ministry of Education and Sport (MoES) and BEQUAL, in particular the Teacher Education Manager and Assistant Manager, the Education Technical Advisers and the Regional Implementation team, to provide coordination and support for the planning and implementation of training and professional development activities for internal pedagogical support staff that align with the MoES CPD system and that build the capacity of key MoES stakeholders within this system for improved teacher support and teaching quality. The position holder will ensure that gender equity and inclusive education approaches are mainstreamed and implemented in activities in accordance with the BEQUAL Gender Equality and Inclusive Education Strategy.

The Person

The successful candidate has demonstrated practical experience developing and/or delivering in-service or continuing professional development programs for primary teachers, teacher trainers, and/or pedagogical support staff, as well as managing projects by planning and coordinating multiple concurrent activities in partnership with key stakeholders. The successful candidate has experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with Government of Lao officials and has experience working across cultures and as part of a diverse team with an eagerness to contribute to and facilitate transformational change in the quality of primary teaching.

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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 exceeding two pages), demonstrating how your qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and personal attributes align with the selection criteria.

Apply before 11:55 pm, Sunday, the 17^th of November 2024.

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

Why Tetra Tech International Development?

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. We encourage people with 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 (08) 8375 4400.

Requisition #75500000308