KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership Responsibilities
Assume responsibility for the quality of educational delivery at Still I Rise International School – Nairobi.
Lead the authorization and evaluation processes to achieve the school’s IB accreditation
Oversee the implementation and management of the IB DP, ensuring alignment with the IB’s standards and practices.
Oversee staff collaborative meetings as required and act as one of the points of contact between the school and the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO).
Advocate for the IB learner profile and philosophy within the school community.
Oversee the introduction and implementation of an alternative diploma programme, ensuring alignment with the curriculum and all associated staff training and liaison with qualification providers.
Curriculum and Assessment
Ensure that the curriculum is aligned with IB – DP requirements and oversee the delivery and integration of the DP core components: Extended Essay (EE), Theory of Knowledge (TOK), and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS).
Act as EE and CAS Coordinator.
Monitor and manage the internal and external assessment processes, ensuring compliance with deadlines and guidelines, and support subject teachers in aligning their teaching practices with IB principles.
Professional Development
Plan and coordinate ongoing professional development for DP faculty, including workshops, training sessions, and collaborative planning meetings.
Mentor teachers to ensure high-quality delivery of the DP and encourage innovative teaching strategies.
Conduct frequent classroom observations and proactively mentor to align with IB and SIR expectations.
Student Guidance and Support
Guide students in subject selection and program requirements, ensuring they make informed choices.
Oversee the development of a new Academic and Careers Programme at the school, incorporating academic counseling, university application support, job experience placements, career fairs and networking guidance.
Ensure equitable access to resources and support mechanisms for all students.
Teach a pre-prepared ‘Life Class’ and associated character development and skills.
Networking, Communication and Collaboration
Maintain open lines of communication with all stakeholders, including teachers, parents, and students, about program updates and student progress.
Oversee the smooth transition from MYP to DP and the alternative diploma including implementing a Pre-DP foundational course and DP preparedness activities for students.
Collaborate with school leadership to align the DP with the school’s strategic vision and goals.
Foster connections with other IB schools to share best practices and resources.
Act as the School’s point of contact with key educational partners and the collaborative activity including student exchange programmes, recording pertinent interaction in a partnership tracking tool.
Open and maintain a wide network of post-graduation opportunities for students including scholarships in East Africa and across the world and support other duties as required of Still I Rise site leadership.
Administration and Documentation
Manage student registration for IB examinations and ensure all submissions meet IB deadlines.
Manage student registration for alternative diploma examinations.
Maintain accurate records and documentation of the program’s implementation and progress.
Lead the preparation and submission of the school’s five-year evaluation report.
Coordinate class schedules.
Liaise with Logistics personnel to communicate requirements for textbooks, lab equipment, and other educational resources.
REQUIREMENTS AND ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
Extensive experience of senior leadership duties within schools operating the IB Diploma Programme.
A strong understanding of the IB philosophy and requirements.
Experience in university and careers counselling and networking.
A demonstrated appreciation for student-centered, global-minded, value-driven approaches to education.
Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Flexibility to operate in a fast-moving diverse role.
Experience forming and maintaining partnerships with other educational institutions and stakeholders.
Experience with assessment coordination, curriculum design, and professional development planning.
Good IT skills including use of Google Suite.
Fluent knowledge of the English language (written and oral).
DESIRABLE CRITERIA
Experience working with underprivileged or refugee populations.
Familiarity with international education systems and standards.
Familiarity with US curricula and competency examinations including the SAT.
Previous involvement in programme evaluations.
Candidates are invited to submit their application including a copy of their CV, cover letter and TSC Number (if possessed) by emailing: hrnairobi@stillirisengo.org and specifying the subject “HEAD OF DP KENYA”. Please kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Thank you for your interest in Still I Rise.
Apply via :
hrnairobi@stillirisengo.org