Profile
The Executive Head of the School should be someone who has exemplary academic credentials, is an outstanding leader, and is a school administrator with a deeply rooted understanding of holistic education and leadership development. He/ she must have a genuine passion for nurturing deserving young students within a world-class facility. He/she should be a person who has achieved a position of stature in his/her present occupation. More specifically, the ideal candidate would have the following profile.
Subject matter Expert (Teaching and Learning)
A strong passion for education;
Previous experience as an international school Head or Principal;
Leadership and management skills focusing on the future development of the school and the successful implementation of the school’s mission and strategic imperatives;
Monitoring programs for college guidance, college admissions, and student scholarships;
Experience leading a school in sub-Saharan Africa, preferably be familiar with local, regional and international secondary and tertiary education systems and practices;
Empathy and appreciation for the Kenyan culture as well as the necessary integrity to work closely with the Board and the Academy’s various stakeholders;
Strong financial acumen, including Planning, Budgeting, Revenue & Cost Management;
Strong organizational, human resource and management skills;
High moral standards, someone who will be a role model that will inspire both staff and students towards a values-driven life and leadership approach;
Education: A Master’s degree, ideally in educational leadership or equivalent;
A deep knowledge and understanding of the International Baccalaureate (IB) program, ideally including MYP and DP;
Previous experience with the IB school accreditation process will is highly preferred.
Leadership and Strategy
Previous experience in sustainability projects such as; Fundraising on a global scale and experience in cost optimization;
Experience in partnerships and scholarship acquisition for both high school and tertiary education;
Previous experience in developing, implementing and monitoring strategy;
Practical experience in nurturing student innovation and entrepreneurship projects/programs;
Experience in the use of technology to create the best learning outcomes and operational excellency.
Financial Management Skills
The EHOs shall be responsible for the financial health of the Academy by overseeing the Academy’s fiscal activity, including budgeting, reporting, and auditing;
Establish the OPEX and CAPEX budget for the board’s review and approval;
Experience in Enterprise Risk governance processes.
People Management skills
Establishing and submitting for Board review/approval organizational structure and succession plans to ensure smooth succession of both the Academic and Administrative leadership;
Oversees the employee compensation plans;
Champion the development of a strong value-driven Academy culture and overall vision;
The ability to effectively work with and support others as part of a team, both within and across functions, building and maintaining positive relationships at all levels with cultural sensitivity, showing respect & effectively working with diversity;
The ability to energize individuals and groups toward the need for change. This includes constructively challenging the way things are done and leading change initiatives in a manner that is consistent with the vision and the strategic objectives of the Academy;
Ability to learn from past experiences, take on new challenges, and make decisions under uncertainty;
Someone who exhibits empathy, relationship management, self-awareness, and social awareness.
Communication
Implements MFA strategy as approved by the Board;
Keeps the Board informed of all strategic matters relating to the Board through reports at Board meetings and immediate communication following major school events or happenings;
Submitting academic reports on at least a quarterly basis to the Board indicating the health of the students’ academic performance.
Makes recommendations to the Board for their approval of budgets;
Seeks direction from the Board on new academic and operational initiatives;
Assists the Board Chair in setting Board and Committee meeting agendas and discussion topics;
Jointly with the Board, sets annual goals for his/her performance; provides input and self-evaluation for the Board to use in his/her evaluation.
Competencies
Strategic Leadership – creates and achieves a desired future state (vision) of the Academy;
Facilitate Change – champions the implementation and acceptance of change within the Academy;
Collaborative leadership style- capable of developing and promoting strong teams;
Strong organizational and proven problem-solving skills- Works systematically and logically to resolve problems, address opportunities, or manage the situation at hand;
Open minded, with the ability to promote intercultural understanding and international mindedness;
Deep commitment to learning and inclusion;
Proven ability to communicate effectively and generate trust with a school community;
Highly ethical with a commitment to “integrity.”;
Agile and comfortable with a dynamic operating environment;
Ability to represent the school in local and international circles and to communicate diplomatically and clearly with all constituents
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academy.ac.ke
