English Language and Academic Writing Mentor

We’re looking for an English Language and Academic Writing Mentor who can live and volunteer for 10 months in Goroka, Eastern Highlands Province, Papua New Guinea.

• This assignment seeks to support the development of students' written and spoken English skills, particularly among first-year intakes, by delivering an engaging and impactful English Enrichment and Remedial Course that lays a strong foundation for academic success.
• To be considered for this role, you’ll need a Bachelor’s degree in education, English, Linguistics, TESOL, or a related field.
• As a volunteer, you will support collaborate with academic teams to review and strengthen existing English courses, helping identify gaps and suggesting enhancements that promote continuity and progression across year levels.

About the Partner Organisation 

The University of Goroka (UOG) is a leading public university located in the Eastern Highlands Province of Papua New Guinea. Originally established as a teachers’ college in 1967, it became a fully-fledged university in 1997. UOG primarily serves students from across the Highlands region and beyond, with growing national and regional reach through its expanding academic and research programs.

UOG’s core mission is to provide quality higher education, training, and research that contribute to national development. While teacher education remains its flagship, the university also offers programs in health sciences, agriculture, business, social sciences, and the arts. UOG works closely with government, development partners, schools, and communities to ensure its graduates are equipped with practical skills and a strong sense of social responsibility.

The volunteer will mentor local teaching staff - many of whom speak English as a second or third language - in delivering foundational English instruction and academic writing support. The focus will be on building the capacity of staff to sustainably deliver high-quality language programs that enhance students’ written and spoken English skills.

About the Australian Volunteers Program  

The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.  

Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us to discuss how we can support you to volunteer with us - inclusion@australianvolunteers.com. Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.