JOB DESCRIPTION

Program Background

Pacific Australia Skills is a significant Australian investment which stands to make a major contribution to supporting social and economic growth in the region through strengthening the skills and training sector across the Pacific and Timor-Leste. Pacific Australia Skills builds on the achievements of 17 years of Australian Government support for skills and training in the Pacific.

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DT Global is shaping a future where sustainable development and innovation empower individuals, communities, and nations. We work in partnership with local stakeholders to foster inclusive prosperity, social equity, and environmental stewardship. Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries to solve complex problems in the peacebuilding, governance, economic development, environment, and human development sectors. With a track record of technical excellence and more than 60 years of international development experience and relationships, we deliver innovative solutions that transform lives.

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The Role

The Consultant will lead the Samoa Tourism Training Taskforce (TTT) in undertaking a comprehensive Training Needs Analysis (TNA) for the Tourism and Hospitality sector workforce. The aim is to capture the required information/ feedback to formulate a calendar of training programmes for the tourism workforce at all levels as required.

Roles and Responsibilities

The overall objective of the assignment is to undertake a comprehensive Training Needs Analysis for the Tourism and Hospitality Sector, including:

· The collection of information about the number and skillsets of graduates from tourism and hospitality training institutions across Samoa who are currently employed in the sector.

· The collection of information about the number of students undertaking tourism and hospitality studies on both full-time and on a part-time basis.

· Information about the number and skillsets of foreign workers.

· Information about the training institutions the workers have attended.

· Collection of information on the actual skills needs.

· The types of trainings required.

· The level of qualifications needed by the sector.

· Collection of data on the number of employed staff, both casual and permanent, including disaggregation by gender (male and female) and disability (where information available).

· Supports development of an inclusive training program in the tourism and hospitality sector.

· Information on the disaggregation of employees across the hierarchical structure.

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Selection Criteria

Essential Experience and Knowledge

· A University Degree in a relevant discipline.

· Extensive work experience in the Tourism and Hospitality Sector preferably here in Samoa.

· A high level of knowledge, experience and understanding of training needs analysis or situation analysis.

· A high experience in conducting research and analysis in relation to skill needs, tourism employment viability analysis and providing viable solutions.

· Fluency in spoken English and Samoan.

· Excellent report writing skills.

HOW TO APPLY
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Please submit
1) Your CV
2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 11:59pm Fiji Time, Sunday 26 October 2025.

Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. All applications will be reviewed on a ‘rolling basis’. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

DT Global is committed to child protection and safeguarding the welfare of children in the delivery of our international development programs. We are committed to Safety and the Prevention of Sexual Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), and bribery prevention. DT Global is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage women, men, people with diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities to apply. This program is funded by the Australian Government and Managed by DT Global.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements