Company Description

EDC is one of the world’s leading nonprofit research and development firms. Established in 1958, EDC designs, delivers and evaluates innovative programs to address some of the world’s most urgent challenges in education, health, and economic opportunity. Our services include research, training, educational materials, and strategy, with activities ranging from seed projects to large-scale national and international initiatives.

Job Description

Project Description

The Government of Solomon Islands has requested assistance from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to strengthen senior secondary education to build climate and disaster resilience. This project will achieve this by reforming the curriculum in years 10 –12 to make it more practical and equip students with the necessary foundational skills for continuous learning and future employment, focusing on skills and jobs that foster resilience. The Project will update and construct new climate-resilient facilities at 10 schools and strengthen management. It will also address barriers and challenges girls face —piloting innovative gender-transformative activities and implementing a leadership and management program for aspiring female educators. The project is aligned with the following impact: all Solomon Islanders will develop as individuals and possess the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to earn a living and to live in harmony with others and their environment. The project will improve the quality, relevance, and gender-responsiveness of senior secondary education for a climate-resilient economy.

Position Description

EDC is seeking a Curriculum Development Specialist/Deputy Team Leader to assist the Team Leader in coordinating project activities. The Curriculum Development Specialist/Deputy Team Leader’s key tasks include but are not limited to the following:

• Lead the development and review of curriculum package
• Ensure curriculum alignment with national education standards
• Supervise local curriculum development team members
• Coordinate with schools and education stakeholders for curriculum piloting
• Oversee the development of teachers’ guidelines
• Monitor implementation progress and quality
• Provide technical support to curriculum writers and reviewers
• Conduct training workshops for teachers and curriculum officers
• Develop training materials and resources
• Mentor local curriculum development staff
• Support knowledge transfer initiatives
• Liaise with Ministry officials
• Coordinate with other workstream teams
• Engage with school leaders and teachers
• Facilitate community consultations on curriculum matters
• Prepare regular progress reports
• Document curriculum development processes
• Contribute to project monitoring and evaluation
• Maintain records of curriculum development activities

This position is contingent upon award by the donor.

Candidates shall have at a minimum the following qualifications:

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Education, Curriculum Development, or related field (Master's degree preferred)

Skills and Experience:

• • Minimum 7 years of experience in curriculum development or educational leadership roles in Solomon Islands
  • Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing educational programs in the Solomon Islands context
  • Strong knowledge of Solomon Islands education system and curriculum frameworks
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Proven leadership and team management capabilities
  • Experience in capacity building and professional development

Language:

Professionally proficient and fluent in written and spoken English.

Additional Information

EDC is a smoke-free workplace