Partner Tertiary Institutions Assessment Specialist

Job Description

Keen to make a difference in PNG Education? We are looking for an experienced Partner Tertiary Institutions Assessment Specialist to support the AAPNG program with design and implementation of an institutional assessment tool for the Partner Tertiary Institutions.

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

• Shor-term adviser role with up to 60 input days until November 2025
• Location: Remote

Position Overview

The Partner Tertiary Institutions Assessment Specialist will lead the design and implementation of a fit-for-purpose institutional assessment tool for AAPNG’s Partner Tertiary Institutions (PTIs). The tool will assess institutional compliance, identify capacity gaps, determine institutional risks, and inform decisions related to Australian government funded scholarships and capacity needs of the higher education sector.

Key Responsibilities:

The Partner Tertiary Institution Assessment Specialist will:

• Design an Assessment tool drawing from existing AAPNG assessment tools and documentation, and higher education institutes assessment practices and framework. The tool should cover compliance of PTIs with expected standards, institutional strengths and weaknesses, areas requiring support, and associated risks of working with the PTI.
• Pilot the Assessment tool with two selected PTIs in collaboration with AAPNG staff and refine the Assessment tool based on outcomes of the pilot and stakeholder feedback.
• Train AAPNG staff on the use of the tool and assessment processes, providing professional development through mentorship during the pilot.
• Compile a comprehensive user manual including templates, guides and any other relevant documentation to accompany the tool and provide support for future use by AAPNG.
• Design and submit a final assessment tool to AAPNG for endorsement.
• Conduct assessment of 10 PTIs using the endorsed PTI Assessment tool and present findings to AAPNG.

Selection Criteria:

• Postgraduate qualification in a related field such as public administration, monitoring and evaluation, international development, or business administration
• Demonstrated experience (5+ years desirable) at a senior level in compliance, assessment, or quality assurance in higher education sector.
• Experience designing and implementing assessment or evaluation tools and related documentation.
• Experience in capacity building or professional development of staff
• Knowledge of compliance, risk, and quality standards in tertiary education
• Demonstrated experience working in PNG and cross-culturally with colleagues, government agencies, service providers and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to operate with innovation, adaptability, flexibility, and resilience in a complex, ever changing environment

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How to Apply: Click the “Apply for job” button on the Tetra Tech International Development website. Applications will only be accepted via the website. Emailed applications will be disregarded.

Please submit:

• Resume (not exceeding four pages)
• Statement of suitability (not exceeding two pages), demonstrating how your qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and personal attributes align with the selection criteria
• Please do not include transcripts, references, or other documentation, as this will deem your application automatically ineligible

Apply before 11:59 PM (AEST) Monday, 25 August 2025.

About the Organization

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.