3x Tok Pisin Language Instructor | Australian Army Language Training Program

About the Job

Fortis Consulting, a subsidiary of Community Vision, is a boutique consultancy specialising in diversity, capability, and culture. We provide language training and cultural capability services across Defence, government, not-for-profit organisations, and the corporate sector. Operating nationally, our team brings extensive experience in language education, cultural awareness, and workforce capability development.

This is an exciting opportunity for passionate language educators to apply their expertise in a professional adult learning environment while contributing to Australia's Defence language capability.

About the Program

Between January and April 2027, the Australian Army will deliver an intensive Tok Pisin Operational Engagement (OE) Language Course for up to ten Defence personnel. The course is designed to develop practical language skills for operational military contexts, focusing on speaking, listening, reading, writing, interpreting, and translating.

Contract Details

Location: Holsworthy Barracks, Sydney NSW

Contract Period: 8 January 2027 to 30 April 2027

Positions Available: 2 Full-Time and 1 Part-Time

Employment Type: Fixed-Term Contract

Working Hours:

• Full-Time: Monday to Thursday, 8:00am to 4:00pm; Friday, 8:00am to 3:00pm
• Part-Time: Up to 196 hours across the contract period (approximately 14 hours per week as required)

About the Role

Working under the supervision of Australian Army staff, you will deliver and assess Tok Pisin language training for Defence personnel.

Responsibilities include:

• Deliver engaging and effective Tok Pisin language instruction
• Facilitate learning for adult learners in a professional environment
• Assess learner progress and provide constructive feedback
• Prepare lessons, supplementary materials, and homework activities
• Contribute to curriculum development and course improvement
• Support the development of speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills
• Participate in assessment, moderation, and quality assurance activities
• Collaborate with Defence staff and fellow instructors
• Provide one-on-one learner support where required

About You

Essential-

• Native or near-native proficiency in Tok Pisin
• High level of written and spoken English
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE) OR a tertiary qualification in Teaching/Education
• Language teaching experience
• Curriculum design and language teaching experience, preferably with adult learners
• Strong digital literacy and confidence using learning technologies
• Sound understanding of Tok Pisin language, culture, history, society, and contemporary language teaching methodologies
• Ability to work collaboratively within a professional training environment

Highly Desirable-

• University-level language teaching experience
• Secondary school language teaching experience
• TAFE or adult education experience
• Curriculum design and course development experience
• Experience teaching adult learners
• Experience in language assessment and moderation
• Previous experience within Defence, DFSL, government, or similar training environments
• Experience delivering intensive language programs and team teaching

Why Join Us?

• Work in a respected Defence education environment
• Teach motivated adult learners
• Gain valuable experience supporting Defence language capability
• Collaborate with experienced language professionals
• Contribute to meaningful intercultural communication outcomes
• Competitive remuneration based on qualifications and experience

Security Requirements

Successful applicants must:

• Provide a National Police Check valid within the required timeframe prior to commencement
• Be eligible to obtain a Defence Common Access Card (DCAC)
• Complete mandatory Defence induction and online training requirements prior to course commencement

Apply Now!

If you are an experienced Tok Pisin language educator with a passion for teaching and cross-cultural communication, we would love to hear from you.

Click Apply Now to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, contact us on (08) 9300 3165 or email [email protected] .

Applications close: 30 October 2026 at 4:00pm AEDT.

Early applications are encouraged as suitable candidates may be shortlisted and interviewed before the closing date.