iVolunteerOverseas - Curriculum Adviser

About VSO :

VSO is the world's leading independent international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries. VSO has extended its recruitment program to India through its partner iVolunteer Overseas (iVO). More than 240 volunteers from India, Nepal and Srilanka have been placed by us across Africa and Southeast Asia on a wide range of niche projects.

Role overview :

Myanmar is now emerging from four decades of military dictatorship. In Myanmar, VSO works in Education and in participation and governance.

VSO Volunteers with support the Curriculum Division of the Ministry of Education in reviewing curricula, advising whether they meet international standards. Following needs assessment, design and deliver a comprehensive staff development programme, focusing on up-to-date theory and practice in the field of curriculum studies and assessment.

This is therefore a unique opportunity to influence teaching practice in Myanmar after many years of isolation and to have a profound impact upon the way in which teachers - and therefore children - are taught.

Skills, qualifications and experience required :

- Senior international curriculum expert with the skills, abilities, knowledge and experience to be a credible and successful adviser to the MoE in relation to all aspects of curriculum development

- Minimum three years curriculum design, development, and implementation experience, ideally with a Ministry of Education

- Postgraduate degree in Education, preferably PhD, including comprehensive knowledge of current pedagogical theories and assessment practices

Financial Support VSO offers :

VSO provides a comprehensive support package for all volunteers

- Medical insurance

- Return flight to get you to, and home from, your placement

- Accommodation

- Financial package includes a local living allowance and more

VSO in-country team and the network of other VSO volunteers will also support you throughout your placement

Further information on VSO's work in each of the countries we work, additional opportunities and to read volunteer experiences, visit www.ivoindia.org

Last date of submission: 31st December 2015