Aga Khan Academy Principal Jobs in Nairobi - Kenya
Aga Khan Academy Principal Jobs in Nairobi - Kenya
Aga Khan Education Services (AKES) is an agencyof the Aga Khan Development Network.
It is one of the largest private educational networks in the developing world currently operating over 200 schools and educational programmes in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Democratic Republic of Congo, India, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Madagascar Pakistan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Uganda and the United Arab Emirates.
The AKES network provides a wide-ranging combination of pre-school, primary, secondary, and higher-secondary education schools and programmes.
It employs approximately 3,000 teachers and educates over 75,000 students around the world. In addition to offering the respective national curricula, some countries also offer international curricula (IB and British programmes).
AKES is currently undertaking a major organizational change exercise, looking to transition its individual country units into a global school system.
In parallel with this transformation, it is planning significant investments to expand existing provision and update and overhaul many of its current schools.
A focus on teachers and school leaders is considered central to the change agenda as is the integration of technology. The AKES's approach to curriculum is also being repositioned to ensure relevant 21.century education.
AKESK is looking to hire a qualified Principal for Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi with a proven track record in leadership, strategic and IB education administration.
Position Summary
The Principal will be responsible for the overall academic and financial performance of the Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi (AKAN], which comprises the Nursery, Junior and Senior Schools.
AKAN is a K-12 IB World School in the heart of Nairobi.
The Principal will take a leadership role in strengthening the quality of teaching and learning, bringing efficiencies to the management of the schools and raising the profile of the Academy as a whole school.
This is a vitally important role with genuine transformational potential.
Responsibilities
Articulate and deliver a clear educational vision that embodies the values of the AKES, including academic excellence, a service ethos, and intercultural understanding
lead the development of long-term and short-term school development plans and quality indicators to establish the positive standing and positioning of the school as one of the leading schools in East Africa
Guide the implementation of school plans, monitor progress and report to the management on quality indicators, student learning outcomes and anticipated future issues
Develop the annual budgets for the schools in consultation with the Head of Education (or any person designated by the Regional CEO] and Head of Finance, monitor variance and report on financial performance on a periodic basis
In consultation with the CEO, develop and embed appropriate management structures and policies for the Academy
Guide and monitor the delivery of curricula and co-curricular programmes for the schools, ensuring quality delivery in all grade levels, timely completion of syllabus, meeting of targets in external examinations, and development and implementation of corrective action plans, as required
in collaboration with AKES,EA academic leadership, develop and implement appropriate systems to meet and maintain authorization requirements
for the IBO.
lead and supervise the heads of schools, including their performance appraisal, professional development planning and mentoring
In collaboration with the Head of Human Resources, drive the recruitment and professional development of senior faculty and staff of the school and build a high-performing school management team
support the development and implementation of effective marketing strategies and admission policies to recruit students with diverse cultural, social and economic backgrounds
Ensure that the physical infrastructure and facilities in the school are conducive to effective teaching and learning and reflect the quality of the AKES image
Support the smooth transition of students from the Nursery to Junior to Senior school, and establish links with higher education establishments to ensure continuity of education
Create and maintain a successful partnership with parents and the wider community to support and improve pupils' achievement and promote the image of the Academy
Develop productive relationships with other schools, training institutions, the Aga Khan Academy in Mombasa and other stakeholders for sharing of knowledge and collaboration on school improvement initiatives
as a member of the AKES,EA leadership team, contribute toward achievement of the overall objectives of the organization and support other AKES schools in the region, where required. • act as a role model to staff and students, setting high standards of personal conduct
Requirements
A post-graduate degree in Education from an accredited university
At least ten years' experience in international curriculum schools, including experience in the International Baccalaureate system and at least five years in school leadership roles
Excellent understanding of, and experience in. curriculum management, design, implementation and evaluation
Understanding of 21st century education practices, strategies for raising students' achievement and effective frameworks for school improvement planning and self-evaluation
Proven ability to develop effective management structures, and to build, lead and develop teams
The ability to establish and sustain strong relationships with parents, students, teaching and non-teaching staff, alumni and other stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills An understanding of financial planning and preparing and monitoring budgets
passionate about delivering high quality services to children and their families
Experience in the developing world and in Africa will be highly desirable.
How to apply
Interested applicants should send their application letter, CV, copies of their certificates and testimonials demonstrating how their experience fits the position to hr@akesk.org so as to be received by 28th September 2018. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The Human Resources Manager Aga Khan Education Service Kenya P 0 Box 41440 00100 NAIROBI Email: lu@akesk.org
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