Description
Join us as a Literacy and Numeracy Adviser and help shape Tuvalu's future by strengthening foundational education outcomes. Lead innovative, inclusive strategies that improve literacy and numeracy for all students, working collaboratively with local stakeholders to co-design and deliver sustainable programs, curriculum support, and professional development. Make a lasting impact—apply today!
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
- Support improving literacy and numeracy outcomes in Tuvalu
- Adviser role on fixed-term appointment to October 2026 with option to extend
- We welcome Pacific Island applicants to apply.
Tuvalu Australia Partnership for Quality Education (TAPQE) – The Program
Tuvalu Australia Partnership for Quality Education (TAPQE) is administered by Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). TAPQE aims to strengthen education sector performance and Australia's Pacific relationships, driving shared prosperity and progress. TAPQE focuses on stronger literacy and numeracy outcomes; more equitable and relevant education pathways; and more inclusive, evidence-based and efficient government systems. The program creates opportunities for shared learning and solutions, requiring unique approaches to effectively address local challenges within resource-constrained environments. The program is tailored to the local cultural context and government priorities—through Tuvalu's Ministry of Education and Human Resource Development (MEHRD)—and stakeholders, including teachers, school and community leaders, and parents.
The Role
Step into a pivotal role shaping Tuvalu's education outcomes. As the Literacy and Numeracy Adviser, you will lead the design and delivery of high-quality, contextualised programs for Years 1–10 (with an initial focus on primary education). You'll provide technical advice, curriculum and assessment support, remedial education, and resource management, while building the capabilities of TAPQE officers, Department of Education staff, principals, teachers, and other school personnel.
Working closely with MEHRD and TAPQE teams, you'll foster local capacity and ownership to ensure programs are sustainable and inclusive. Your expertise will drive mentoring, strategic partnerships, and policy influence, while embedding gender and disability inclusion in every initiative in collaboration with the GEDSI Adviser.
We are open to structuring this as two roles: a Literacy Adviser based in Tuvalu, and a Numeracy Adviser working remotely with periodic travel to Tuvalu.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver a high-quality, contemporary, and contextualised literacy and numeracy program addressing Tuvalu's education needs
- Provide ongoing professional development for teachers, educators, Ministry staff, and local TAPQE officers, including on-the-job training, mentoring, and coaching
- Offer technical advice on literacy and numeracy interventions, curriculum development, assessment, and remedial education
- Establish productive relationships with local counterparts, stakeholders, and government departments
- Ensure interventions support inclusion and differentiated teaching for all students, including girls and children with disabilities
- Support effective monitoring, evaluation, and learning processes, and contribute to program reviews, planning, and reporting.
- Engage parents and communities to support student learning, whilst promoting continuous improvement and collaboration with development partners.
Selection Criteria
- Post-graduate qualifications in literacy and/or numeracy education, with experience in curriculum development and skills acquisition.
- Proven ability to train, mentor, and build capacity of teachers and education staff, especially in cross-cultural, low-resource Pacific contexts.
- Strong background as a classroom teacher or adviser, with up-to-date knowledge of inclusive and contemporary teaching practices.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks collaboratively and to a high standard.
For a complete terms of reference, please click here (Password: TetraTech2025).
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 28 November 2025 11:59pm AEST
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.
Position Type
Project opportunity
Region
Australia and Indo-Pacific Teams and Clients
Sector
Education (International Development)
Additional Information- Organization: 755 IDV
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