Teacher Training Strategic Adviser | PIE at Abt Global

Port Moresby, National Capital District, Papua New Guinea -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Teacher Training, Professional Development, Primary Education, Adult Learning, Assessment Approaches, Blended Learning, Resource Adaptation, Teaching Resources, Stakeholder Engagement, Gender Equity, Social Inclusion, Curriculum Understanding, Critical Thinking, Continuous Learning, Transformational Change, Cultural Competence

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

Commencement: March 2026 Duration: Short term role (40 input days – between 1 March 2026 and 30 December 2026) Remote desk-based with in-country input in Port Moresby, PNG Open to all applicants About the Program Help shape the future of primary teaching in Papua New Guinea. The Partnerships for Improving Education (PIE) Program works at both national and subnational levels across Central, Enga and Sandaun Provinces, and the Autonomous Region of Bougainville, supporting system-level reforms that help children access, stay in, and thrive in early grade education. At the heart of this work is a nationally accredited Diploma in Teaching Primary (In-Service); a qualification that enables PNG elementary teachers to upgrade from certificate to diploma level, unlocking pathways to teach early grades in primary schools. The Diploma directly supports PNG’s 1:6:6 education reform and the National Education Plan 2020–2029, and contributes to PIE’s Outcome 2: strengthening sustainable, replicable approaches to improve teaching and learning quality in the early grades. Co-designed by Australian and PNG academics, the Diploma is currently being delivered to a pilot cohort of nearly 700 elementary teachers across five provinces. The program runs part-time over two years and uses a blended delivery model combining: 50 hours of face-to-face learning 100 hours of guided self-directed study Paper-based and emerging digital resources Alongside teacher delivery, PIE is investing in capacity building for PNG Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) to ensure long-term, locally led delivery at scale. About the opportunity We’re looking for a Strategic Adviser – Teacher Upgrade to bring high-level academic leadership, fresh thinking, and practical guidance to this flagship initiative. In this role, you’ll work closely with PIE’s locally engaged Teacher Upgrade Specialist, providing targeted strategic advice, collaborative quality assurance, and strong knowledge of learning design to ensure the Diploma content and delivery approach is tested, fit for purpose, culturally grounded, inclusive, and aligned with PNG teaching standards. This is a rare opportunity to: Influence a nationally accredited qualification at scale Work at the intersection of policy, pedagogy, and practice Support locally led, system-level reform in one of the Pacific’s most dynamic education contexts Be part of a collaborative, purpose-driven program delivering real impact for teachers and learners If you’re passionate about quality teaching, inclusive education, and practical reform, and enjoy working across cultures and systems, this role is for you. What You’ll Do Provide strategic academic guidance on the review and refinement of Diploma units, assessments, and delivery approaches Contribute technical expertise on teaching and learning for both early grade students and adult learners Support innovative lecturer development approaches, including Communities of Practice and Teacher Learning Circles. Advise on the iterative design of teaching and learning resources, including adaptation for tablet-based use Ensure all program inputs align with gender equality, disability inclusion, and child protection commitments Help strengthen Institutional readiness for sustainable, high-quality delivery beyond the pilot phase About You Key Selection Criteria Qualifications Postgraduate tertiary qualification(s) in education Demonstrated solid understanding of, and at least five years’ professional experience in, the field of quality teacher training and professional development, primary school education in low resource contexts. Extensive knowledge of adult learning and assessment approaches included blended learning approaches comprising face-to-face and self-directed learning Strong knowledge of adapting paper based resources for accessibility in online environments and online approaches to teaching and learning. Extensive experience in designing, delivering and evaluating teaching and learning resources for primary grade teaching and professional development activities for higher education lecturers. Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships and meet the demands of a variety of stakeholders, including experience working across cultures and as part of a diverse team. Demonstrated ability to integrate and promote principles of gender equity and social inclusion in all aspects of this role including in activity design, implementation, and evaluation. Professional experience working in Melanesia and demonstrated understanding of Papua New Guinean basic education system and curriculum. A critical thinker with a continuous learning mindset and attention to detail. An eagerness to contribute to and facilitate transformational change in quality primary teaching. Knowledge, skills and experience Demonstrated solid understanding of, and at least five years’ professional experience in, the field of quality teacher training and professional development, primary school education in low resource contexts. Extensive knowledge of adult learning and assessment approaches included blended learning approaches comprising face-to-face and self-directed learning Strong knowledge of adapting paper based resources for accessibility in online environments and online approaches to teaching and learning. Extensive experience in designing, delivering and evaluating teaching and learning resources for primary grade teaching and professional development activities for higher education lecturers. Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships and meet the demands of a variety of stakeholders, including experience working across cultures and as part of a diverse team. Demonstrated ability to integrate and promote principles of gender equity and social inclusion in all aspects of this role including in activity design, implementation, and evaluation. Desirable Skills/Experience Professional experience working in Melanesia and demonstrated understanding of Papua New Guinean basic education system and curriculum. Personal Attributes A critical thinker with a continuous learning mindset and attention to detail. An eagerness to contribute to and facilitate transformational change in quality primary teaching. How to Apply Please ensure to address the Key Selection Criteria in your cover letter, and submit your application online, along with your CV as a single document. Applications must be submitted personally by individuals only. Applications submitted by a company or organisation will not be accepted. The successful applicant will be engaged through an employment agreement determined by Abt. We welcome and thank all applications; however only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Closing Date: Thursday 22 January 2026 (5pm, local time) #LI-AUSBRIT Abt Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to upholding high standards of Child Protection, Anti-bribery and Fraud Protection. We encourage applications from experienced and capable women, and people with disabilities

Responsibilities

Provide strategic academic guidance on the review and refinement of Diploma units, assessments, and delivery approaches. Support innovative lecturer development approaches and ensure program inputs align with gender equality and child protection commitments.