Curriculum Advisor
This Volunteer Placement is located in: Moshi, Tanzania
Start Date: Jun 2026
Placement Length: 5 months
Language Requirements: English Level 5-Fluent
Eligibility: Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only
The Volunteer’s Role
Cuso International is looking for a candidate who is enthusiastic about joining the Volunteering Cooperation Program. In the role of Curriculum Advisor, you will offer technical leadership and advisory assistance, focusing on the design, review, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) curricula. The SHARE Project, in partnership with the Vocational Educational and Training Authority (VETA) in Moshi, Tanzania, will work alongside the Volunteer to ensure that training programs are aligned with industry requirements, national VET policies, technological innovations, and labour market expectations, while fostering innovation and maintaining quality assurance.
As a volunteer, you will:
- Lead development and revision of competency-Based Education and Training (CBET)curricula for technical and manufacturing programs
- Align programs with VETA standards and national qualification frameworks
- Conduct labour market and occupational analysis to inform curriculum updates.
- Integrate emerging technologies and industry best practices into training programs.
Essential Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Technical/Vocational Education, Curriculum Development, Engineering Education, or related field
Essential Background:
- Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in TVET curriculum development.
- Strong knowledge of Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET).
- Experience collaborating with industry stakeholders.
What’s in it for YOU? A life-changing experience!
About Us
Cuso International (Cuso) is an international cooperation and development organization based in Canada that works to create social and economic opportunities for equity-deserving groups. Building on over sixty years of impactful work, we address global challenges by tackling the root causes of inequality. Working alongside our partners, we are focused on efforts to improve economic resilience, advance equity and inclusion for all, and deliver progress on climate action. We believe that by sharing skills, we can build better futures. Guided by our values of courage, inclusion, sustainability and accountability, Cuso combines innovative strategies and enduring partnerships to create lasting, meaningful change in communities across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada.
Project: Sharing Canadian Expertise for Inclusive Development and Gender Equality (SHARE)
Partner: Vocational Education Training Authority
Benefits
Volunteer Support and Requirements
Support Package
Cuso International provides a comprehensive support package to ensure volunteers maintain a modest and healthy lifestyle aligned with local standards. This includes:
- Monthly living allowance
- Accommodation
- Health insurance (including required vaccinations and antimalarial medication)
- Round-trip airfare and visa/work permit costs
- Pre-placement, in-country and reintegration training (along with access to self-directed materials and online resources)
- Ongoing local support
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program during and after placement
Selection and Screening
If you are shortlisted, you will need to:
- Confirm passport or permanent resident details for travel
- Provide two professional references and one personal reference
- Complete a language assessment during the initial phone interview
- Pass a police check and medical clearance before departure
- Comply with anti-terrorism checks
- Agree to uphold the Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) policy and Code of Conduct
Residency and Citizenship: Candidates are responsible for confirming how volunteering internationally may affect their citizenship or residency status. Canadian Permanent Residents should verify requirements with Immigration Canada before travel.
Inclusion and Accessibility: Cuso International welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and equity-deserving groups. We provide reasonable accommodations throughout recruitment and placement. If you have accessibility needs, please contact us for support.
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply to volunteer today!