Company profile: Our client is a group of International British Curriculum Schools comprising of Early Years, Preparatory and Secondary Schools
Line Manager: Director of Operations
 To develop and maintain a reliable, efficient and professional process for the receipt of orders, identification, sourcing, cost effective purchasing and delivery of goods and services to the institution. To ensure timely, consistent and reliable communication on the status of all orders made by the requesting officers at all times.
 Key Competencies/Qualifications:Excellent communication, negotiation, reporting and record keeping skills. A keen sense of follow-up to completion on all matters relating to sourcing and purchasing. Proven skills in essential ICT/ERP packages and proven knowledge or experience with the use of procurement software such as Sage, IMIS, PASS or other relevant systems.Ideally, a university graduate in supply chain management, procurement, purchasing and supplies or any other business related field. Additionally, a member of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management/Chartered Institute of Supplies Management (UK). A minimum five years working experience is desirable.Participating in the supplier pre-qualification and selection processes. Maintaining an up to date directory of all suppliers, their contacts, a brief on their products/services and on the status of any agreements entered into.Developing and maintaining strategic supplier relationships to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of goods and servicesParticipating in the negotiations of agreements and monitoring performance against SLAs (Service Level Agreements)Identifying new opportunities for procurement efficiencies to be incorporated into the overall procurement strategy.Coordinate travel arrangements and booking of flights for staff.Engage in best practice in the sourcing of RFQs (quotations) and in the preparation of comparative ranges for the consideration of the Director.Generate Purchase Orders (PO’s) and issue them to the vendor after proper approval as per the established procurement procedures.Management of information on the performance of budgets for all Departments and the prompt dissemination of the same to authorized personnel as and when required.Periodically (and as required) conduct dialogue, briefings and negotiation sessions on pricing/terms and conditions etc with suppliers/vendors.Ensuring that requests for purchases are clearly articulated approved and recorded as per the established procedures (reviewed from time to time).Consulting with requesting officers to ensure that quality, quantity and type of items required meet their specific specifications.Keeping requesting officers properly informed on the status and progress of all requests/orders made and dealing with any changes or clarifications as required.Monitor, respond and assist with any supplier enquiries.Progressively conduct supplier suitability and capability checks and advise the Director of any required changes.Bring to the attention of the Director any supplier contracts up for review in good time and assist in the processes of renewal or cancellation of agreements.Any other duties as deemed necessary for the smooth running of the Department.To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line and preferred location. Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Our client; a well established institution of higher learning within Nairobi is looking for qualified candidates to fill the following vacancies:
Head of School - Mass Communication

The preferred candidate should possess the following:

Masters Degree in Journalism, Mass Communication or any other related discipline; Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Media Studies or any other related discipline from a recognized institution; Have proven performance track record, with excellent leadership skills;   Have at least 1 year experience in a similar role or teaching in a Tertiary institution; Those with relevant professional qualifications in any journalism area will be given priority; Have self drive, with ability to multitask; Be up to date with current trends in journalism;Professional, organized, motivated, energetic and work well alone or as a member of a group;Knowledgeable, and passionate about mass communication and media related issues;Head of School - Hotel & Catering

The preferred candidate should possess the following

Have a Bsc. Hotel and Institution Management, or a related degree from a recognized institution; Previous experience in the same role will be of added advantage; Those with professional training in any area in the hospitality industry will be given priority; Be self driven, with ability to multitask; Be up to date with current trends in the hospitality industry;Professional, organized, motivated, energetic and work well alone or as a member of a group;Knowledgeable, and passionate about hotel and catering industry;All qualified candidates should send their applications including three referees, CVs and expected remunerations on or before 11th December, 2012 to info@ardenafrica.com. The candidates should indicate the position applied for in the subject line. Kindly do not apply if you do not meet the above requirements.

Teaching Vacancy

September 2012

The Braeburn Group of International Schools has 7 school compounds across Kenya, 4 of which are CIS accredited and 2 of which are members of IAPS. Our children represent over 80 nationalities and we pride ourselves on the quality of education we provide. All Braebum Schools follow the National Curriculum of England and Wales. We prepare students for IGCSEs, A Levels, International Baccalaureate (IB), and National Diploma.
The following position is available to a Graduate Teacher with experience of the British National Curriculum:
English Teacher - Secondary up to A Level
Starting Date for position: 1 September 2012
Closing Date for applications: 28 July 2012
All Braeburn employees are expected to commit themselves fully to the curricular and extracurricular aspects of the schools.Apply immediately enclosing a letter of application, full CV. a recent passport photograph and the contacts of two referees via email to:
The Headteacher
Braeburn Schools Ltd
P.O Box 45112-00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: virginia.catlin@braeburn.ac.ke

The Braeburn Group of International Schools has 7 school compounds across Kenya, 4 of which are CIS accredited and 2 of which are members of IAPS.

Our children represent over 80 nationalities and we pride ourselves on the quality of education we provide.

All Braeburn Schools follow the National Curriculum of England and Wales.

We prepare students for IGCSEs, A Levels, International Baccalaureate (IB), and National Diploma.

The following positions are available:
Deputy Heads: Academic & Pastoral; Primary Department Heads in: Boys PE, Literacy, Drama, ICT & Art; Early Years Coordinator; SENCO/Personalised Learning Coordinator (EY-KS5); Primary Class Teacher; Specialist Teachers in: Mathematics, Girls PE, Biology, English & French

Starting Date for all positions: August 2012

Closing Date for applications: 21 February 2012

All Braeburn employees are expected to commit themselves fully to the curricular and extra-curricular aspects of the schools.

Apply immediately enclosing a letter of application, full CV, a recent passport photograph and the contacts of two referees via email to:

Assistant to the Directors of Education
Email: vicky.ndiema@braeburn.ac.ke
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Lions Nursery School is one of the Lions Club of Nakuru schools which offer both 8-4-4 syllabus and British System of Education.

We seek to fill the following positions with effect from January 2012.

Head teacher

Qualification/Attributes:

Degree/Diploma in Early Childhood Education from a recognized University/College.At least 5 years experience in a similar position.Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.Teachers

Qualifications/Attributes:

Diploma in Early Childhood Education with a bias of Montessori approaches.3 years experience with proven track record of competence.Interested candidates should send their applications with copies of Certificates by 9th December,2011 to:

The Administrator,
Lions Club of Nakuru Schools,
P.O Box 12109,Nakuru 20100

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Brief Description

Bridge International Academies is looking for an energetic, dynamic individual to manage the Human Resource function for our schools which are located in the low income areas of Nairobi.

Because of the eventual size of our operations, the company will ultimately need to hire and manage thousands of new teachers each year and hundreds of new school managers to manage this undertaking.

Description

Human Resource Manager (Schools)

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

About Bridge International Academies

Bridge International Academies is a startup revolutionizing education across Africa with a truly unique business model. The company has launched a large-scale franchise-like network of ultra low-cost for-profit private primary schools across Africa.

Our schools profitably deliver high-quality education for less than $4 per child per month, enabling local school managers to operate their school businesses profitably, while creating a highly successful business at the central level.

We have launched our first twenty-six schools in Kenya, have eleven more opening in September 2011 and plan to rapidly scale the company to serve more than 1 million students across Africa.

About this position

Bridge International Academies is looking for an energetic, dynamic individual to manage the Human Resource function for our schools which are located in the low income areas of Nairobi.

Because of the eventual size of our operations, the company will ultimately need to hire and manage thousands of new teachers each year and hundreds of new school managers to manage this undertaking. It is critical to our success to find the right people in a cost-effective manner, manage them and retain them accordingly.

It is the role of the Human Resource Manager (Schools) to lead this process whilst overseeing a HR support team.

Overall Responsibility

Providing day to day human resource services and oversight in the areas of recruitment, induction, staff records management, staff medical services liaison, leave administration, disciplinary, human resource planning and separation processes; development of HR policies, strategies and processes, performance appraisals; supervising and managing the HR team for the schools; HR reporting and assisting in any HR projects that may come up from time to time as well as development of improved tools and processes to enhance the HR function for the schools.

The role and responsibility for this job may change over time, but initially will include, but not be limited to:

Key tasks and deliverables

Recruitment

Develop recruitment strategies and policies to cater for a large-scale streamlined/ongoing hiring of teachers and school managers, including advertising in the local communities, designing and setting up mass interview and screening days, vetting processes, hiring and tracking systems.Develop recruitment plans in coordination with relevant departments- including activity flows, budgets and cost tracking and regular feedback on key aspects of the recruitment processBuild systems to optimize the cycle of scheduling, recruiting, testing, interviewing, for and during the hiring of school managers, teachers, land scouts, site foreman.Improve the existing and develop new screening assessments (for example, Math and English tests, written applications, public speaking exercises, mock sales pitches, personality and aptitude tests)Evaluate and improve the process of administering, scoring and conducting final round of interviews with relevant department membersManaging the hiring of other employees who support recruitment for schools (recruiting officers, recruiting assistants, marketing). This will include but is not limited to all the administrative communication with the candidates, interviewing, training, and performance management.Oversee that recruitment data management of all relevant HR information into the database related to school employees is entered and updated regularlyTrack the government’s minimum wages’ guidelines and ensure BIA is compliantWork closely and support the Training Department and the School Operations on all aspects of teacher/school manager recruitment
Ensure compliance on statutory documents and other related matters by the school employeesEnsuring the expeditious issuance and signing of contracts for school employees and all the relevant details updated on the payroll system accordingly.Ensure the provision of data/information on transport subsidies for multiple locations which will be updated on quarterly basisManage ongoing Human Resources issues related to teachers and school managersEnsuring the required level of HR support to all the schools is provided on a timely and effective wayFormulate a succession planning system to ensure the organization has a ready supply of staff with the requisite skills and competencies. Co-ordinate the internal communications, manage the human relations, provide guidance and counsel and act as a link between the staff and management in order to maintain an informed and motivated human resourcesEnsure an up to-date data base of staff leave entitlement and utilization in line with leave policy guidelines is maintained.Coordinate the performance management process for the school employees and ensure a data base of their contract dates is maintained and communicated to Head of School Operations on due dates for appraisals, contract renewals, probationary reviews and contract end datesDevelop appropriate staff appraisal results management systems to ensure appropriate information and follow up of results.Responsible for development, implementation, management, effective communication and periodic review of the schools’ human resources policies and procedures in accordance with organization’s goals and statutory requirements.Human Resource Development & Employee Relations
Manage the overall employee relations for the schools and ensure a positive management culture and ethics is institutionalized at all levelsWork closely with HR team at the Headquarters to manage and coordinate grievance management and disciplinary proceedings and recommend appropriate action to resolve disputes.Provide guidance in formulating staff development initiatives to ensure the staff have the necessary skills/competencies and coordinate/compile the annual Staff Development Plan.Lead the on boarding process for all new staff in coordination with the Training Department and support the HR team to carry out induction sessions.Develop an appropriate system to ensure outgoing staff go through a proper exit interview in order to capture feedback and insights that would improve the organizational processes and systems. Provide monthly reports on HR activities to be incorporated into monthly, quarterly and annual reports. This includes changes in headcounts, leave status, gender and age distribution, absenteeism reports and other reports in the HR scorecardAnalysis of staffing distribution into full time, permanent substitute, backup on a monthly basisPreparing monthly reports to provide a summary of key HR events during the month.Participate in the HR budgeting processSupport new HR projects that may be initiated by senior management.Propose and supervise HR process improvement initiatives.Participate actively in the teacher and school manager forums together with school operations teamsInstitute a system for capturing HR issues arising from the schools and provide a feedback mechanism for resolving challenges. Develop an automated system in coordination with the IT Department for monitoring the teachers hotline database of CVs and contact info, results of interviews, etcContribute to the wider development and management of the organization’s programmes by participating in regular planning and co-ordination meetings with colleagues and management.Network with other HR focused organizations, other social enterprises/Government agenciesAny other duties that may be delegated to you in line with your role.Minimum of 7 years progressive experience as a Human Resource GeneralistBachelor Degree in either Human Resource Management, Administration, Social SciencesHigher Diploma in Human Resource Management from a reputable institutionMembership to a HR Professional bodyKnowledge of the Labour Laws of KenyaExperience in HR strategic planning and executionExperience in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and proceduresExperience in design, development and implementation of salary administration plans and benefit programmesExcellent capacity in managing the recruiting and hiring processes for schools with high volumes of new hiresExperience in managing human resource issues for a company with complex and growing human resource needsPolicy and systems-oriented with experience in developing systems and processes to manage a complex hiring process for many positions simultaneouslyStrong ability to quickly understand what is required of a position, define the detailed requirements, and know how to source, screen and interview people who will fit that role.Function well in a fast-paced, informal environment where constant change is the norm and the bar for quality is set highStrong leadership, delegation, communication and interpersonal skillsMust possess computer skills

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The Braeburn Group of International Schools has 7 school compounds across Kenya, 5 of which are undergoing CIS accreditation. Our children represent over 80 nationalities and we pride
ourselves on the quality of education we provide.

All Braeburn Schools follow the National Curriculum of England and Wales. We prepare students for IGCSEs, A Levels, International Baccalaureate (IB), and National Diploma.

The following subject teaching positions are available:

Key Stage 1 – 4: Music

Key Stage 3 – 5: Chemistry; Geography; Information Technology; Business Studies, Spanish

Key Stage 3 – 5 & IB: Mathematics; Art

Key Stage 4 – 5: Law; Economics

Starting Date for all position. August 2011

Closing Date for applications: 17 April 2011

All Braeburn employees are expected to commit themselves fully to the curricular and extra-curricular aspects of the schools. Apply immediately enclosing a letter of application, full CV, a recent passport photograph and the contacts of two referees via email to:

Assistant to the Directors of Education
Email: vicky.ndiema@braeburn.ac.ke
More details can be found on our website
www.braeburn.com

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The Braeburn Group of International Schools has 7 school compounds across Kenya, 5 of which are undergoing CIS accreditation. Our children represent over 80 nationalities and we pride
ourselves on the quality of education we provide.

All Braeburn Schools follow the National Curriculum of England and Wales. We prepare students for IGCSEs, A Levels, International Baccalaureate (IB), and National Diploma.

The following subject teaching positions are available:

Key Stage 1 – 4: Music

Key Stage 3 – 5: Chemistry; Geography; Information Technology; Business Studies, Spanish

Key Stage 3 – 5 & IB: Mathematics; Art

Key Stage 4 – 5: Law; Economics

Starting Date for all position. August 2011

Closing Date for applications: 17 April 2011

All Braeburn employees are expected to commit themselves fully to the curricular and extra-curricular aspects of the schools. Apply immediately enclosing a letter of application, full CV, a recent passport photograph and the contacts of two referees via email to:

Assistant to the Directors of Education
Email: vicky.ndiema@braeburn.ac.ke
More details can be found on our website
www.braeburn.com

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An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Braebum Group of Schools for the position of a dynamic and passionate Legal Clerk.

Under the supervision of the Legal Officer, the Legal Clerk shall perform all legal support related duties in the legal department.

Specific duties & responsibilities:

Routine court, companies’, lands’ and other registries’ assignments.Handling departmental queries.Debt collection and related matters.Keeping an up to date record of all court cases and matters within the department.Writing, photocopying, binding, circulation and performing such other duties as may be assigned from time to time.A relevant Diploma from a recognized institution.A minimum 2 years’ experience ¡n a busy legal office.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Excellent planning and organization skills.Must be computer literate.Ability to work under minimum supervision.Experience in a multicultural environment is an added advantage.If you possess the above qualifications please write enclosing a detailed CV, copies of academic transcripts and testimonials, day time telephone contact, names and contacts of three referees so as to reach the undersigned not later than 28th February 2011.

Address your application to:

The Human Resource Manager,
Braeburn Schools Limited,
P.O. Box 45112-00100, Nairobi,

or by email to hr@braeburn.ac.ke.

Please view our website for more details about the Braebum Group of International Schools.

http://www.braeburn.com/

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Hillcrest International Schools have been providing high quality British education from Early Years to A’ Level for over forty years. Our excellent facilities accommodate over 650 students from over thirty countries on a beautiful site in a leafy suburb of Nairobi.

Catering for students drawn from the international, professional and local business communities, the schools engender a spirit of tolerance and understanding in a friendly and supportive atmosphere.

Hillcrest offers an opportunity to work in well-equipped and dynamic schools full of positive and motivated students with diverse, energetic and creative staff.

Available from September 2011:

POST OF HEAD TEACHER HILLCREST PREPARATORY SCHOOL
We are looking for an innovative and energetic leader to head this dynamic, progressive school at an exciting phase in its development.

The successful candidate will have the ability to lead and inspire staff and students; have excellent interpersonal skills; recognize the individual needs of pupils; be passionate about teaching and learning and have a commitment to a creative and varied curriculum.

Applications, CV and details of two referees to Ms Lucy Mayer
headteacherprep@hillcrest.ac.ke by Friday 4th February 2011

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Early Years Section

Teacher Assistant
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KSCE ) Grade C
Diploma/Advanced certificate in early childhood or pre-school training
Two years’ experience working with children
Good command of spoken and written English
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to use initiative
Computer skills are an added advantage

Preparatory Section
Year 1 Teacher
Multi-skilled. Key Stage 3 Teacher with strong interest in the Arts

Secondary School
We are looking for dynamic, enthusiastic and innovative teachers to fill various vacancies within this lively, progressive and reputable schools’ group, starting in late August 2011.

Resident Boarding Master
B.Ed or equivalent
Able to live on the campus during term time
Previous experience in a similar position an advantage
Outgoing and energetic individual
A team player
Able to work independently
Strong communication skills and computer literate

Teaching positions
1) Biology teacher, IGCSE and A level
2) Music teacher, GCSE and A level, Head of Department
3) Psychology teacher, A level
4) English teacher, O level and A level, Head of Department
5) Design & Technology, IGCSE and A level
6) Economics, A level. A second subject preferable.

In all of the above teaching positions preference will be given to those offering some sports coaching possibilities.

Contract period: 2 years
Contract type: Full time

Applications by email including full CV, covering letter of application, colour passport photo and the names and email contacts of two referees to ians@hillcrest.ac.ke ; headteacherprep@hillcrest.ac.ke and hr@hiilcrest.ac.ke

Closing date for applications: 11th February 2011

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Hillcrest International Schools have been providing high quality British education from Early Years to A’ Level for over forty years.

Our excellent facilities accommodate over 650 students from over thirty countries on a beautiful site in a leafy suburb of Nairobi.

Catering for students drawn from the international, professional and local business communities, the schools engender a spirit of tolerance and understanding in a friendly and supportive atmosphere.

Hillcrest offers an opportunity to work in well-equipped and dynamic schools full of positive and motivated students with diverse, energetic and creative staff.

Position: Drivers.
Responsible: Facility and Operations Manager

Requirements.
Completion of ‘O’ level Secondary School education.

Valid PSV License, Class A driving license.

Current Certificate of Good Conduct

Over 5 yrs Experience,

Must be a NYS trained.

Applications, CV and details of two referees to:

Kindly send your applications to:

The Human Resource Officer
P O Box 24819 – Karen 00502
Nairobi

Or
E-mail: hr@hillcrest.ac.ke by 26th January 2011

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Recruiting Officer (Schools)

Job Ref: BA/RO/17

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

About this position

Our client is looking for an energetic, dynamic individual to manage large scale recruitment drives for our schools which are located in the slum areas of Nairobi.

Because of the eventual size of our operations, the company will eventually need to hire thousands of new teachers each year and hundreds of new school managers to manage this undertaking.

It is critical to our success to be able to design and manage streamlined selection, recruiting, and hiring processes to find the right people and to do so in a cost-effective manner. It is the role of the Recruiting Officer to lead this process whilst overseeing a small support team.

Hiring responsibilities will include:

Teachers & School Managers from the slum communities where our schools are launchedDevelop and execute recruitment plans in coordination with relevant departments- including activity flows, budgets and cost tracking and regular feedback on key aspects of the recruitment processEvaluate and implement improved systems for HR processes and procedures specific to teachers and school managers in coordination with relevant HQ departmentsParticipate actively in the teacher and school manager forums together with school operations teamsInstitute a system for capturing HR issues arising from the schools and provide a feedback mechanism for resolving challenges. Develop an automated system in coordination with the IT Department for monitoring the teachers’ hotlineReview current HR recruitment processes and recommend an efficient and streamlined work plan for screening multiple candidates in a single day for teachers and school manager positionsUse existing and develop new screening assessments (for example, math and English tests, written applications, public speaking exercises, mock sales pitches, personality and aptitude tests)Evaluate and improve the process of administering, scoring and conducting final round of interviews with relevant department membersImplementation of HR software solution to manage database, and hiring process and tracking, including database of CVs and contact info, results of interviews, etcEstablish HR policies and procedures specific for teachers and school managers’, provide an overview of benefits and entitlements and carry out an on boarding process. Represent HR in the Training Programme and facilitate sessions on appropriate policies, procedures and guidelinesConduct annual salary reviews if/when required in coordination with relevant departmentsMinimum of 5 years experience with recruiting and managing hiring processes for a company with high volumes of new hiresBachelor Degree in either Human Resource Management, Administration, Social SciencesExperience in managing human resource issues for a company with complex human resource needsSystems-oriented, and have experience in developing systems and processes to manage a complex hiring process for many positions simultaneouslyStrong ability to quickly understand what is required of a position, define the detailed requirements, and know how to source, screen and interview people who will fit that role.Function well in a fast-paced, informal environment where constant change is the norm and the bar for quality is set highIf you meet the above requirements, send your updated CV and application letter to info@byappointmentafrica.com.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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The Braeburn Group of International Schools has 7 school compounds across Kenya, 5 of which are undergoing CIS accreditation.

Our children represent over 80 nationalities and we pride ourselves on the quality of education we provide.

All Braeburn Schools follow the National Curriculum of England and Wales.

We prepare students for IGCSEs, A Levels, International Baccalaureate (IB), and National Diploma.

The following positions are available:

* EYU Teachers,
* Key Stage 1 & 2 Class Teachers
* Key Stages 3 to 5 Specialist Teachers in: Mathematics, English with Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Music, Art & Physical Education

Starting Date for all position: August 2011

Closing Date for applications: 21 January 2011

All Braeburn employees are expected to commit themselves fully to the curricular and extra-curricular aspects of the schools.

Apply immediately enclosing a letter of application, full CV, a recent passport photograph and the contacts of two referees via email to:

Assistant to the Directors of Education
Email: vicky.ndiema@braeburn.ac.ke

More details can be found on our website: www.braeburn.com

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The Braeburn Group of International Schools has 7 school compounds across Kenya, 5 of which are undergoing CIS accreditation.

Our children represent over 80 nationalities and we pride ourselves on the quality of education we provide.

All Braeburn Schools follow the National Curriculum of England and Wales.

We prepare students for IGCSEs, A Levels, International Baccalaureate (IB), and National Diploma.

The following positions are available:

EYU Teachers,
Key Stage 1 & 2 Class TeachersKey Stages 3 to 5 Specialist Teachers in: Mathematics, English with Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Music, Art & Physical EducationStarting Date for all position: August 2011

Closing Date for applications: 21 January 2011

All Braeburn employees are expected to commit themselves fully to the curricular and extra-curricular aspects of the schools.

Apply immediately enclosing a letter of application, full CV, a recent passport photograph and the contacts of two referees via email to:

Assistant to the Directors of Education
Email: vicky.ndiema@braeburn.ac.ke

More details can be found on our website: http://www.braeburn.com/

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Private Schools Kenya Jobs.

The Riara Group of schools is a leading player in the education sector, having been involved in running schools for over 30 years. We manage educational institutions ranging from Kindergarten, Primary to Secondary School in Nairobi.

The Riara Girls’ High School is a boarding school with a student population of over 250.

It follows the 8.4.4 system of education, with high expectations for holistic development of teenagers.

The Riara Group of schools would like to recruit a Principal for their Girls’ High School.

Job Summary
The main responsibilities of the Principal will focus on the Academic side of the school and nurturing of teenage girls. She will also be expected to liaise closely with the Finance and Administration Departments of Riara, which are staffed by well qualified professionals.

The School Principal serves as the academic leader of the institution, responsible for managing the policies, regulations and procedures to ensure that students are provided with a holistic learning environment that meets the mission of the school.

Required Knowledge, skills and ability
The Principal should be a seasoned teacher and school administrator with proven management skills.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the right candidate must be a gifted team builder and team leader.

As principal she will be expected to lead a team of over 30 well-qualified and experienced teachers.

In addition she will need:
* to be a self- driven leader with a track record of managing a successful and reputable educational institution.
* to have a good understanding of the education sector in Kenya
* to have the ability to work independently and with good interpersonal communication and presentation skills
* to have the ability to motivate and retain a strong team of teachers

Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate must have a B.Ed degree or a first degree with postgraduate qualification in education from a recognized university. A master’s degree will be an added advantage. She should have over seven years experience as Deputy or Principal of a recognized academic institution.

If you are the ideal candidate send your application to recruit@riaraschools.ac.ke by December 22, 2010.

Remuneration:
A competitive remuneration package including a house will be offered to the right candidate.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to attend an interview.

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