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Company Details
Industry: Consulting
Description: Based in Nairobi, Kenya, Summit Recruitment & Search Africa has been the leading African Recruitment and Search Agency, delivering world class Talent Sourcing, Executive Search, Recruitment and HR Solutions across the continent. Our expertise spans across all regions of Africa, including Northern Africa, Southern Africa, Eastern Africa, Western Africa, and Central Africa. We have clients ranging from Multi-nationals, Non-profit, SME’s and start up organisations wishing to attract and retain outstanding individuals across a variety of business sectors. , Because we are based in Africa, we have the local expertise and knowledge, assisted by our international portfolio of psychometric assessment tools, to ensure that the right individuals are sourced and become an asset to your organisation.
Job Description

The role will be responsible for driving academic excellence, ensuring effective implementation of the CBE curriculum, and fostering a supportive and high-performing learning environment for students and staff.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership by developing and implementing long-term academic and operational plans that support the school’s growth and innovation.
  • Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the CBE curriculum to ensure consistent, high-quality teaching and learning across all grade levels.
  • Provide instructional leadership by mentoring teachers, conducting classroom observations, and promoting modern and innovative teaching practices.
  • Oversee recruitment, performance management, and professional development of teaching and support staff to maintain high academic standards.
  • Ensure the holistic development and wellbeing of students by overseeing discipline systems, student welfare programs, and co-curricular activities.
  • Promote inclusive education by ensuring appropriate learning support systems for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with parents, education authorities, and other stakeholders through effective communication and engagement.
  • Oversee the day-to-day administration of the school, ensuring compliance with education regulations, institutional policies, and quality standards.

Key Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related teaching qualification, a Master’s Degree Master’s Degree will be an added advantage.
  • Minimum of 5–8 years of senior leadership experience in a school environment, preferably as a Principal or Head of School.
  • Strong experience in implementing and managing the Competency-Based Education (CBE) curriculum.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teaching teams while fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
  • Must be registered with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) and possess a valid TSC number
Salary: Not specified
Otherpay: Benefits
Education: Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time
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