Technical Assistance - ECE Mapping

• Conduct a comprehensive mapping of all (ECE Centers with a focus on) unregistered ECE Centers across Samoa
• In alignment with the ECE Minimum Service Standards, document the status, condition and profile of the unregistered ECE Centers, including providers, infrastructure, governance, staffing, enrolment and learning environments
• Analyse and identify systemic challenges, risks and opportunities for strengthening ECE provisions
• Provide evidence-based recommendations for policy advice and costed planning to enhance access, participation and quality service provision in all ECE Centers across Samoa

• Advanced qualifications in any of these areas: education planning and management, teacher training and development, programme management, education statistics, early childhood care and education, teacher training and development, education statistics
• Proven experience in designing and implementing diagnostic assessments or sectoral evaluations and a deep understanding of early childhood education systems
• At least 5 years’ experience in education planning and management
• Strong skills in quantitative and qualitative research methods (surveys, interviews), data analysis (statistical and thematic) and synthesis into actionable findings
• Demonstrated knowledge of Samoa education contexts, with sensitivity to cultural protocols, community governance structures, and local values, and the ability to engage respectfully with ECE leaders and communities and parents
• GEDSI compliant and readiness
• Willingness and ability to travel across Samoa, work in remote locations, and manage field teams
• Availability to commence within the project timeline and commit to the full duration of the assignment

Samoan language skills are an advantage