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Program Background EduKAiT is the main platform for the Australian Government’s support to the Kiribati Education sector, specifically the Government of Kiribati and Ministry of Education (MoE), as it implements its Education Sector Strategic Plan (ESSP 2024-27). The program will be implemented in two five-year phases over 10 years. Phase 1 includes an emphasis on Literacy and Language for School Years 1-4, and gender and increased English proficiency for School Years 7–9 and address the high Year 9 dropout rate for boys. About DT Global Asia Pacific At DT Global Asia Pacific, we aim to positively impact people’s lives through delivery excellence. As a leading implementing partner across Asia and the Pacific, we co-create locally led solutions in partnership with governments, communities, and stakeholders. We bring together talented teams and deep regional expertise to deliver initiatives that promote inclusive economic growth, essential services, and resilient, secure communities. With over 1,500 staff, experts in 22+ countries and more than 60 years of development experience, we tackle complex community, national and transnational challenges — from governance and justice systems to climate resilience, infrastructure and social equity — with innovative thinking and a commitment to long-term impact. For more information, please see www.dt-global.com The Role The Deaf Education Advisor will report to the EduKAiT Disability Inclusion Adviser and work closely with the GEDSI Coordinator and the Ministry of Education throughout the assignment. The Advisor will collaborate with the Ministry of Education, the Kiribati School and Centre for Children with Disabilities (KSCCD), Teachers of the Deaf, Sign Language Interpreters, the Kiribati Deaf Association, Te Toa Matoa and other relevant stakeholders. The Advisor will work in a technical advisory capacity, supporting the locally led Deaf Education Review and contributing to capacity strengthening throughout the assignment. Key responsibilities include: Deaf Education Review Workforce Development and Professional Learning Technical Advice and Stakeholder Engagement Reporting and Administration Click on the link or copy paste it to access the full Terms of Reference for this position: https://tinyurl.com/3c4p5v3j Selection Criteria Qualifications Relevant tertiary qualifications in Deaf Education, Special Education, Inclusive Education, Education, Speech and Language, Linguistics, Disability Studies, or a related field. Additional qualifications or specialist training in deaf education, sign language, language development, literacy instruction, or inclusive education are highly desirable. Demonstrated Experience Significant experience working in the field of deaf education. Experience supporting language, communication, and literacy development for deaf learners across a range of educational settings. Experience working with sign language users, Sign Language Interpreters, and deaf communities. Experience designing and delivering professional learning, coaching, or workforce development activities for educators and other stakeholders. Experience undertaking reviews, evaluations, research, advisory assignments, or system strengthening initiatives. Experience developing practical recommendations and improvement plans that support sustainable education reform. Experience working in low-resource, remote, culturally diverse, or Pacific contexts is highly desirable. HOW TO APPLY Click the 'Apply Now' button. Please submit 1) Your CV 2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria APPLICATIONS CLOSE 30 August 2026, 11.59pm AEST Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. People with lived experience of the regions in which DT Global operates are strongly encouraged to apply. DT Global welcomes applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds including First Nations peoples, diverse Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression, and Sex Characteristics (SOGIESC), and people with disabilities. We take a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation, abuse and harm of adults and children; fraud, corruption and bribery; modern slavery; and any form of exploitation across our operations, partnerships, and supply chains. We uphold the highest standards of integrity and expect the same of those we work with. Engagement with DT Global is subject to formal background screening, criminal record checks, employment verification, and periodic compliance checks. All DT Global staff receive safety, compliance, safeguarding and integrity training, and we expect our personnel and partners to always act in alignment with our company values.

What you’ll do

The Deaf Education Advisor will provide technical advisory support to the Ministry of Education in Kiribati to strengthen deaf education systems and workforce capacity. Key tasks include conducting a Deaf Education Review, facilitating professional learning, and engaging with local stakeholders and deaf associations.

Requirements

Candidates must hold relevant tertiary qualifications in Deaf Education, Special Education, or a related field. Significant experience in deaf education, literacy development for deaf learners, and working in diverse or Pacific contexts is required.

Other relevant skills

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• Deaf Education
• Special Education
• Inclusive Education
• Sign Language
• Literacy Instruction
• Workforce Development
• Professional Learning
• Stakeholder Engagement
• System Strengthening
• Advisory
• Research
• Evaluation
• Language Development
• Communication Development
• Capacity Strengthening
• Climate Resilience
• Supply Chain
• Resilience
• Literacy
• Strategic Planning
• Communication
• Cultural Diversity
• Hearing Disorders
• Sign Languages
• Disabilities
• Economic Growth
• English Language
• Exploitation
• Governance
• Innovation
• Linguistics
• Operations
• Coaching

Job areas

• Education
• Consulting
• Government & Public Sector
• Social Services
• Deaf Education Teacher
• Education Program Manager
• Policy and Planning Managers
• Managers, All Other