Curriculum Advisor (TVET Mining)

Language Requirements: English Level 5-Fluent

Eligibility: Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only

The Volunteer’s Role

The SHARE Project, in partnership with the Vocational Education and Training Authority (VETA) in Moshi, Tanzania, will work collaboratively with the Volunteer to ensure that their mining training programs are aligned with industry needs, national TVET policies, technological advancements in mining, and labour market requirements, while promoting innovation and maintaining strong quality assurance standards.

As a volunteer, you will:

• Lead development and revision of competency-Based Education and Training CBET curricula for TVET Mining and related technical programs
• Ensure mining training programs align with VETA standards and national qualification frameworks
• Conduct labour market and occupational analyses specific to the mining and extractives sector to inform curriculum updates
• Integrate emerging mining technologies, safety practices, and industry best practices into training programs

Essential Qualifications:

• Degree/Diploma in Technical/Vocational Education, Mining Engineering, Engineering Education, Curriculum Development, or a related field

Essential Background:

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in TVET or CBET curriculum development, preferably within the mining or extractive industries
• Strong knowledge of Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET)
• Experience collaborating with industry stakeholders, particularly within the mining sector

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