Jaffery Academy Head of Academy - Jobs in Kenya

Jaffery Academy Head of Academy - Jobs in Kenya

Jaffery Academy, Mombasa (JAM) is a welcoming friendly school with a vibrant learning space incorporating the latest technology to engage and inspire students.

The school provides high quality education from the ages of 3 to 18 and follows the UK Curriculum (IGCSE, AS Et A Levels).

JAM is seeking to appoint an innovative and inspirational Head of Academy who will be required to work in a fast paced environment with proven and effective leadership and management skills.

Evidence of a strategic approach and philosophy to raising the status of a school and its academic, pastoral, sporting and co-curricular standards is required.

Flexibility and an understanding of issues facing schools in developing countries plus resilience and a sense of humor will be key characteristics.

The successful candidate will have international school experience and a strong track-record in enhancing development in these areas.

He/She will lead the Senior Leadership Team and be accountable to the School Board of Governance.

Candidate Profile Required Qualifications/ Experience:

Proven track record of success as a Director of Academics.

Prior experience of working in an International (IB / Cambridge / Edexcel) curriculum-based school.

Graduate degree (Bachelors or equivalent) in Education or Educational Leadership/ Management.

Post Graduate degree (Masters/PhD or equivalent) in Education or Educational Leadership/ Management or any other related field with equivalent relevant professional experience.

National Professional Qualification for Headship, or international equivalent.

Registered With Teachers Service Commission.

Preferred Qualifications / Experience:

Strong communication skills, including public speaking, and written communication within and outside the school community.

Ability to form effective relationships with all stakeholder groups.

Experience of working in a developing and challenging environment.

Prior experience leading a school with 3-18 years education programs.

Financial acumen and

budgeting experience (an advantage).

Experience working collaboratively with School Board.

Teaching experience of more than ten years.

Knowledge of or experience with the 21st Century Skills.

Evidence of ability to recruit, develop and build a purposeful faculty.

Experience With school building projects and the opening a neW facility.

Desired Personal Characteristics:

Is a strong, self-confident leader who will lead by example through all levels of the organization, and can enforce accountability and apply rules fairly and consistently.

Is a strong decision-maker Who is able to balance competing interests, resist influence and pressures which compromise the school's core principles and educational standards.

Has an approachable interpersonal style and will be a visible presence on campus and in the community.

Has an open and straight-forward communication style.

Is passionate about students and has the interest of the students at heart

Is enthusiastic, positive, energetic and optimistic.

Has high integrity and strong ethical values.

Benefits

An attractive salary with benefits based on the skills and experience of the successful candidate, by negotiation with the School Board

How to Apply

If you are qualified and motivated to work in a school with an international curriculum, we would like to hear from you.

Kindly submit your application accompanied by a detailed CV and relevant documents to: Email: chairman@jafferyacademy.org

Not later than 10th May 2019

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