[Hiring] Independent Numeracy Curriculum Specialist @Abt Global

Role Description

AFEP is seeking an experienced Numeracy Curriculum Specialist to support an evidence-informed review and critical appraisal of Fiji’s primary numeracy curriculum. The consultant will build targeted TTIs and MoE capability to undertake evidence-informed curriculum review while providing specialist technical advice on primary numeracy curriculum quality and implementation.

The specialist will guide and support selected TTIs to:

• Apply an appropriate curriculum review framework and draw on a broad body of numeracy research.
• Provide options and/or recommendations emerging from the analysis that are evidence-based and feasible in Fiji’s context.

Key Responsibilities

• Task 1: Curriculum Review and Analysis
  • Develop an appropriate curriculum review framework.
  • Review the primary numeracy curriculum (Years 1–4) for coherence and appropriateness.
  • Analyse curriculum components of early numeracy development.
  • Consider contextual factors impacting curriculum implementation.
  • Examine existing assessment tools and expected learning outcomes.
  • Review available data such as PILNA and Fiji national assessment data.
• Task 2: Evidence-Informed Guidance
  • Draw on mathematics education research to inform analysis.
  • Provide suggestions for strengthening the curriculum.
  • Offer guidance on developing foundational numeracy skills.
  • Consider curriculum coherence and progression of mathematical concepts.
  • Advise on strategies for equitable numeracy outcomes.
• Task 3: Teaching Quality, Assessment & System Considerations
  • Identify and document existing GEDSI and CDR considerations.
  • Ensure outputs promote equity and inclusion.
• Task 4: Classroom Resourcing
  • Conduct a structured review of curriculum-aligned resources.
  • Assess resource sufficiency and quality.
  • Identify priority gaps in teaching and learning resources.
• Task 5: Consultation and Dialogue
  • Engage with stakeholders to validate findings.
  • Facilitate discussions on options without prescribing solutions.
• Task 6: Recommendations
  • Support the co-design of evidence-based recommendations with MoE and selected TTIs.
  • Consider enhancing alignment between curriculum intentions and instructional expectations.

Key Deliverables

• Inception Brief (2-3 pages)
  • Outlines proposed approach and workplan.
• Curriculum Diagnostic Review (10–12 pages)
  • Evidence-informed analysis of the curriculum’s strengths and gaps.
• Options and Recommendations Paper (10 – 15 pages)
  • Presentation of evidence-based options for MoE and selected TTIs.
• Presentation and Validation Session
  • Support to TTI for summarising key findings and recommendations.
• Final report (consolidated)
  • Submission of a final consolidated report integrating previous deliverables.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in mathematics education, curriculum studies or related field.
• Experience in primary mathematics curriculum development, review and/or reform.
• Experience in teacher education with demonstrable formative maths experience.
• Experience carrying out national teacher needs analysis.
• Experience in developing country contexts.
• Experience working within multilingual education environments.
• Strong facilitation, consultation, and analytical skills.
• High-level written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in Pacific and/or Small Island contexts (desirable).

How to Apply

Applications close on 30 September 2026. Please apply online by submitting a cover letter addressing how you meet the selection criteria for this role and up-to-date comprehensive CV.