Associate Director, Education At Tetra Tech

We are seeking an Associate Director, Education to lead strategic components of our Education Practice. This role will focus on program design, delivery, and sector strategy while strengthening partnerships, advancing technical innovation, and contributing to business development.

Contribute to a world where people, communities and the planet thrive.

Tetra Tech International Development is a leading development consulting firm working with government, businesses, and NGOs to solve complex development challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. For more information please visit our website .

The opportunity

• Based in Australia (in office, hybrid or remote)
• Full-time ongoing role
• Work closely with internal teams, delivery partners, and clients to support education sector reform, including Early Childhood Education, Basic Education, and leadership capacity building.

Key responsibilities

• Lead education program design, delivery, and evaluation with a focus on innovation, inclusion, and impact.
• Drive business development by preparing bids, leading proposals, and securing pre-qualified opportunities.
• Manage aspects of large, complex programs, ensuring operational excellence and effective stakeholder engagement.
• Influence thought leadership through research, presentations, and publications.
• Contribute to sector strategy and tactical planning for growth.
• Foster a high-performance culture, motivating teams and supporting talent development.

Selection criteria

• A degree in Bachelor’s degree in International Development, Education, Business, or a related field (postgraduate study is advantageous).
• Demonstrated experience in business development, bid management, and pursuit leadership.
• Proven background in international education sector reform and program delivery.
• Strong leadership and talent management experience in cross-cultural environments.
• Proficiency in proposal development, pricing strategies, and opportunity assessment.
• Strong stakeholder management and client engagement skills.
• Ability to deliver technical and operational solutions that meet client needs.

Why Tetra Tech International Development?

As a leading development consulting firm, Tetra Tech International Development works with people and communities to solve some of the world’s most complex challenges to achieve a positive impact.

Working at Tetra Tech International Development means working within a values-led organisation that invests in flexible work environments built on trust, safety and well-being. Through unified systems, flexible and supportive workplaces, we provide the foundations required for our team to enjoy the work they do and deliver value every day. Read more about our culture, purpose and values here.

Tetra Tech International Development is an equal-opportunity employer and has a genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion. We encourage people with disability; First Nations Peoples; and people of all cultures, genders, abilities and experiences to apply.

Should you require additional support with your application, please email IDEV.HRServices@tetratech.com or phone (08) 8375 4400.