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Abt Global Inc. Teaching and Learning Coordinator I PNG SEP in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
• Commencement: June 2026
• Long term role, based in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
• Open to PNG Citizens
About the Program
The PNG Secondary Education Program (PNG SEP) is a flagship investment of the Australian Government, delivered under the Papua New Guinea–Australia Partnership. PNG SEP aims to improve learning outcomes, equity and access for secondary students across Papua New Guinea’s highest performing schools, while strengthening national and subnational education systems.
The program supports the Government of Papua New Guinea’s priorities under the National Education Plan 2023–2027 and is aligned with Australia’s International Development Policy. PNG SEP focuses on improving teaching and learning quality, strengthening school leadership and governance and supporting safe, resilient and inclusive secondary school environments. Cross-cutting priorities, including gender equality, disability inclusion, safeguarding and climate resilience, are mainstreamed across all program activities.
About the Opportunity
Reporting to the Teaching and Learning Lead, the Teaching and Learning Coordinator provides operational, coordination and technical support to ensure effective delivery of teacher professional learning, communities of practice and school-based instructional improvement.
The role works closely with schools, consortium partners, international volunteers, universities and teacher training institutions to support high-quality, timely and coherent implementation aligned with national standards and program priorities.
This is a delivery-facing role, suited to an education practitioner with strong organisational skills, practical experience in teaching or professional learning and a commitment to inclusive, evidence-based education reform.
Key responsibilities
The Teaching and Learning Coordinator will:
Support delivery of teacher professional learning activities, including school-based, cluster-based and digital modalities
Coordinate subject-based communities of practice, including scheduling, provision of materials and documentation of progress
Support rollout of teaching and learning resources aligned with the national curriculum and National Schools of Excellence priorities
Coordinate day-to-day engagement with participating schools, Heads of Department and teachers
Support engagement with international volunteers and coordination with schools, partners and institutions
Assist liaison with universities and teacher training institutions to strengthen professional learning pathways
Support quality assurance of teaching and learning activities, including inclusive and gender-responsive practice
Maintain activity records and contribute to MEL, reporting and learning processes
Provide coordination and administrative support to the Teaching and Learning Lead and collaborate with MEL, Digital Technology and Communications teams
Key deliverables
Teaching and learning activities delivered in line with annual work plans
Subject-based communities of practice effectively coordinated and documented
Professional learning events and school-based activities supported and recorded
Volunteer-supported teaching and learning activities coordinated with school
Accurate activity data and inputs provided for MEL, learning and reporting
Examples of effective teaching practice captured for program learning
Key working relationships
Reporting to: Teaching and Learning Lead
Internal: Program Director, Delivery team, Digital Technology team, GEDSI & Safeguarding team, Communications team
External: NDoE, PDoEs, DHERST, participating secondary schools; international volunteers; universities and teacher training institutions; consortium partners and sector stakeholders
About You
For applications to be considered, a response to the key selection criteria below must be provided .
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Experience supporting teaching, learning or teacher professional development activities, preferably in secondary education
Strong coordination and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple activities and stakeholders simultaneously
Experience working with schools, teachers or education institutions in PNG or similar contexts
Excellent communication and facilitation skills
Demonstrated understanding of safeguarding, child protection and inclusive education principles and the ability to apply safe and ethical practice in school-based activities
A commitment to evidence-based, locally led education reform
How to Apply
Please ensure to address the Key Selection Criteria (About You) 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: 1 May 2026 #LI-AUSBRIT
A bt 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
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Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
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