Education Information Management System Adviser – Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea – AusAID

Possibility of working with the Ministry of Education in PNG that is making great strides in improving access to education • Positive atmosphere of support from CDF • Opportunity to add value to improve the education system

In 2011, AusAID commenced a new program to support the PNG education sector. This support includes direct financing, procurement, scholarships and technical assistance. A major focus of technical assistance is the provision of high quality capacity development to the Department of Education to help sustain the gains the Department has recently made towards achieving Universal Basic Education.

The EMIS Adviser will provide advice and support to the Government of Papua New Guinea at national and sub-national levels on the education management and information systems, including analysis and use of data for policy and planning. The EMIS Adviser will supplement and facilitate the capacity of the DoE in this area, through providing direct support and capacity building to the relevant sections.

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• At least 5 years experience in education management information systems, inclusive of EMIS development, management and review • Understanding of applying appropriate technology solutions in line with organisational resources and capacity • Proven understanding of the constraints and risks associated with the deployment of information technology solutions in the Pacific Islands or developing country context • Successful experience in capacity development methodologies including professional development, mentoring, participatory training and facilitation.

Attached is the full terms of reference including the selection criteria and responsibilities.

If you have what it takes to make a difference for children in PNG, please email your CV in AusAID format to sruti.ravi@grminternational.com following the steps below. a) State ‘EMIS Adviser – PNG’ in the subject line and state where you saw this advertisement b) Download the attached CDF Application to be attached to the body of your email.

Applications close on 11th November 2011.

About CDF… CDF is a new facility, funded by Australian Aid and managed by GRM International on behalf of AusAID, responsible for sourcing and providing quality development expertise to the Papua New Guinea Education Sector. CDF provides full administrative, financial and logistical support to advisers located in Papua New Guinea.

About GRM International… GRM is a leading international professional services firm specializing in the provision of project design, management expertise and technical assistance to development projects for bilateral and multilateral funding agencies, governments and corporations. We assist developing regions globally to achieve sustainable economic growth……. and create a better future!