Job Description

Volunteer Service Abroad covers costs while you are on assignment, including travel, accommodation, living allowance and more.

The Marine Training Centre (MTC) in Kiribati is a government education institution that provides training to young I-Kiribati to become qualified seafarers.

After independence, seafaring presented as the best overseas employment opportunity for I-Kiribati. The Government of Kiribati recognised the importance of labour migration to improve employment opportunity for I-Kiribati; promote economic and social development; and help alleviate poverty.

MTC prepares seafarers for employment on foreign merchant ships and fishing boats, which provides long-term career opportunities for I-Kiribati. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are essential to gaining employment on these vessels.

In this assignment you will work alongside the Head of Deck Department (MTC) to improve the curriculum, analyse teaching methods and also work with students to improve their English communication skills.

Using the Common European Framework of Reference, you will assess the current competencies of the existing teaching workforce, and develop their capabilities in assessment, monitoring and lesson planning.

You will also work with teachers to produce new resource materials and run workshops designed to upskill staff on resource utilisation.

To be considered for the role you will have experience with:

– Teaching English as a second language
– Assessment and moderation processes
– Delivering the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR)
– Mentoring and professional development of staff
ideally, vocational training and maritime matters (desirable); and proficiency in MS Office

This is a unique opportunity for you to shape and change the employment outcomes for I-Kiribati in the Maritime sector.

This is a 1-year assignment based in Kiribati.

About volunteering with VSA

VSA is New Zealand’s largest and most experienced volunteering agency working in international development.

We cover living allowances, accommodation and utilities. Travel, visas, insurance and medical costs are organised and funded by VSA.

Volunteers must be a NZ citizen or permanent resident.

If current VSA assignments don’t suit your skills and experience you can register your interest with us and we’ll let you know when something in your field is available.

How to Apply

Follow the link to apply:
https://vsa.org.nz/volunteer/volunteer-vacancies/english-language-trainer-41180/

Job Categories: Training/Vocational. Job Types: Overseas. Job expires in 23 days.

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