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  • School Nurse – Nova Pioneer Boys – Tatu City

    School Nurse – Nova Pioneer Boys – Tatu City

    Job description
    Nova Pioneer Tatu Boys is looking for superstar School Nurse to help us ensure the well-being, academic success, lifelong achievement, and overall health of our Secondary school students. We are searching for talented and inspiring individuals who are keen to inspire a passion for our mission in parents, students and the communities that we serve. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of an innovative network of schools that is developing generations of innovators and leaders who will shape the African Century.
    About The Role
    Key responsibilities for the role include:

    Managing our students wellness and development and offering them psycho-social support as needed.
    Maintaining close liaison with the Medical staff at the nearest Private Hospital consistently
    Handle confidential situations, information, and documentation.
    Maintain an updated record of all medication in the infirmary and tracking student medical history.
    Develop a robust reporting system within the infirmary and communicate with the procurement team in a timely manner.
    Communicate effectively at all levels with students, staff, parents and other clinicians and paramedics.
    Inspecting boarding house facilities (toilets and bathrooms, laundry area) when pupils are away from the facilities and appraise the level of hygiene and cleanliness.
    Monitoring standards achieved by cleaners and other support agencies within the Boarding House and report on any deficiencies to the Director, Operations.

    About You
    Skills and Qualifications required:

    A professional, flexible and conscientious registered nurse with the ability to build a harmonious, energetic and cohesive relationship with students and co-workers.
    Professional counseling skills with a proven track record will be an advantage.
    You have 3-4 years’ experience as a registered nurse.
    You have a Diploma or Degree in Nursing with great people skills.
    You are willing to reside on the school campus under the school’s housing scheme.
    A Male Nurse preferred.

    How To Apply
    Does working at Nova Pioneer excite you? If so, then apply now!
    To apply, please complete the form on the right-hand side of this page. We cannot process applications that are emailed to us.
    Please note: Where a copy of your resume is required, copying and pasting from a formatted document e.g. Microsoft Word may not result in the formatting transferring correctly to the final resume. You are encouraged to attach your resume in PDF format to protect formatting.
    The Process Is As Follows
    All applications will be reviewed and applicants notified of next steps. There are a series of stages in the Nova Pioneer interview process and candidates will be moved forward in the process depending on their success in the previous stage.
    Phone interview: a short conversation to understand your skills and experience a little better.
    Practical demonstration of what you can do: you will complete a written task or a demonstration related to the role you are applying for. Teachers participate in a half-day selection day at one of our campuses as well as deliver a lesson to a class.
    In-person interviews: at this point, you will visit one of our schools to meet the team and participate in a series of in-person interviews.
    Final interview: you’ll have a final conversation with the hiring manager before decisions are made.

  • Associate Dean of Students 

Associate Dean of Instruction and Learning

    Associate Dean of Students Associate Dean of Instruction and Learning

    ABOUT THE ROLE
    Nova Pioneer Academies is looking for a superstar Associate Dean of Students for our Tatu Primary School. We are seeking a dynamic individual who would support  to champion the growth and culture in our school. This is an opportunity to create a transformative brand with the future of Africa’s youth at stake.
    You will support the development of our parent partnership model alongside the Dean of Students and our teaching teams. In addition you will build relationships with staff and parents to facilitate academic and discipline strategies in the Primary School. Moreover, you will work closely with data systems to ensure and develop pastoral excellence.
    You will also:

    Coordinate all clubs (objectives, sign-up, budgets, reports, etc.)
    Coordinate the club experience for our Nova parents
    Coordinate field trips and other school trips
    Support the Dean of Students in managing student behaviour and track school incidences
    Support the Dean of Students in conducting staff Professional Development sessions
    Manage the sports coordinators and music coordinators
    Manage all club vendors  and partner coaches

    ABOUT YOU

    You have a Bachelor’s Degree in education and are TSC certified
    You have at least 2 years of experience in a rigorous, high-expectations school setting including at least one leadership role (e.g. department chair)
    You have excellent interpersonal and strong leadership skills that encompass trust and respect
    You have excellent communication skills
    You have an ability to be flexible, adaptable, innovative and creative
    You understand the complexities of working in a multi-faceted organization
    You have a passion for students at pre primary and primary levels
    You have high energy levels and can work in a highly confidential setting
    You should be proficient in MS Office/ Google Suite Applications

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  • Marketing & Admissions Associate

    Marketing & Admissions Associate

    Nova Pioneer is looking for a superstar Marketing & Admissions Senior Associate to be a part of an awesome team that is leading the design and implementation of partnerships efforts across our school network in Kenya. This is an opportunity to create a transformative brand with the future of Africa’s youth at stake.
    About The Role
    As the Marketing & Admissions Senior Associate, you will take the lead on providing a ‘wow’ experience for the following customer segments:

    Prospective parents / students
    Primary Schools / Head Teachers
    New Lead Generation
    Other key stakeholders that drive applications/enrollments (including but not limited to): Employers, Churches, Estates and Community Leaders

    At its core, your role is building partnerships with the above mentioned segments with the explicit goal of driving applications and enrollments.
    Responsibilities

    Relationship / Account Management: You will be responsible for understanding the customer mix, segmenting (profiling) them, designing and executing an effective engagement strategy based on this analysis.
    Lead generation (top of funnel, awareness stage): You will be responsible for developing a new lead generation strategy by understanding how and where to connect with partner organizations, and creatively designing engagements that optimize our effectiveness.
    External Events: You will be expected to organize and execute Nova Pioneer’s external events that creatively encourages increased engagement with parents, head teachers and the above listed customer segments. These events will aim at driving applications and enrollments through Open Days.
    Outreach and Brand Building: You will be constantly seeking new outreach opportunities for Nova Pioneer to connect with different (but relevant) audiences to raise the profile of our brand in Nairobi and beyond.
    Procurement: You will be responsible for liaising with approved suppliers to identify and book venues for meetings, meals, and events.
    Admissions: You will be responsible for facilitating and tracking each applicant through the admissions funnel to ensure Nova Pioneer campuses achieve 100% of set targets.You will also be responsible for monitoring the data to regularly provide updates to your manager and the team on the progress.
    Data & Reporting: Giving the organization visibility into our progress against targets will be a key responsibility in this role. Filling and maintaining the dashboard in a timely manner, preparing and submitting monthly, quarterly and annual reports from Salesforce, Zendesk and Fastcall data will be key to measure our progress against your team’s key objectives.
    Content Creation / Engagement: You will be responsible for developing and implementing fresh content ideas across a variety of media, and measuring its effectiveness.

    Qualifications

    You have at least 3 years of relevant work experience in sales, communications, relationship management, or related consumer-facing roles.
    Bachelor’s degree in Marketing/Commerce/Business Administration or any other relevant related field.
    You’ve demonstrated strong project management abilities and have experience with event planning
    You’re a strategic thinker and can independently develop and execute a plan with clear timelines and delivery
    Your past managers describe you as a self-starter with strong work ethic
    You truly enjoy interacting with new people, the challenge of building relationships, and have strong interpersonal skills
    You are passionate about education (required) and have a deep knowledge of the space (desired)
    You have good analytical skills and are data driven
    You are social media savvy
    You have good knowledge of how to successfully deploy ATL & BTL campaigns, particularly in the context of Western Kenya

  • External Relations Senior Associate

    External Relations Senior Associate

    Nova Pioneer is looking for a superstar External Relations Senior Associate to lead the design and implementation of partnerships efforts across our school network in Kenya. This is an opportunity to create a transformative brand with the future of Africa’s youth at stake.
    About The Role
    As the External Relations Senior Associate, you will take the lead on providing a ‘wow’ experience for the following customer segments:

    Prospective parents/students.
    Primary Schools / Head Teachers.
    New Lead Generation.
    Other key stakeholders that drive applications/enrollments (including but not limited to): Employers, Churches, Estates and Community Leaders.

    At its core, your role is building partnerships with the above mentioned segments with the explicit goal of driving applications.
    Responsibilities

    Relationship / Account Management: You will be responsible for understanding the customer mix, segmenting (profiling) them, designing and executing an effective engagement strategy based on this analysis.
    Lead generation (top of funnel, awareness stage): You will be responsible for developing a new lead generation strategy by understanding how and where to connect with partner organizations, and creatively designing engagements that optimize our effectiveness.
    External Events: You will be expected to organize and execute Nova Pioneer’s external events that creatively encourages increased engagement with parents, head teachers and the above listed customer segments.
    Outreach and Brand Building: You will be constantly seeking new outreach opportunities for Nova Pioneer to connect with different (but relevant) audiences to raise the profile of our brand in Nairobi and beyond.
    Procurement: You will be responsible for liaising with approved suppliers to order and refill marketing materials e.g. as well as identifying and booking venues for meetings, meals, and events.

    Qualifications

    You have at least 4 years of relevant work experience in sales, communications, relationship management, or related consumer-facing roles.
    Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing/Commerce/Business Administration or any other relevant related field.In your past work experiences, you’ve demonstrated strong project management abilities and have experience with event planning.
    You’re a strategic thinker and can independently develop and execute a plan with clear timelines and delivery.
    Your past managers describe you as a self-starter with strong work ethic.
    You truly enjoy interacting with new people, the challenge of building relationships, and have strong interpersonal skills.
    You are passionate about education (required) and have a deep knowledge of the space (desired.
    Good analytical skills and is data driven.
    Social media savvy.
    You have good knowledge of ATL & BTL.
    Strong problem-solving and creative skills.

  • Mathematics Teacher

    Mathematics Teacher

    Nova Pioneer is looking for a superstar Mathematics teacher who will play a critical role in delivering an exceptional 21st Century education.
    This is an exciting short term opportunity to be a part of an innovative network of schools that is developing generations of innovators and leaders who will shape the African Century.
    About Nova Pioneer
    Imagine a world in which every young person across Africa attends a school that truly sets them up for success in the 21st century. A school that cares about individual students and allows them to explore the world around them. A school that focuses more on developing skills than on memorizing content. At Nova Pioneer, we have done more than just imagine this future, we are bringing it to life.
    Nova Pioneer is a pan-African, independent network of schools offering high quality, accessible education from pre-primary through secondary school. Nova Pioneer uses a unique, enquiry-based learning approach that encourages students to ask “why” instead of telling them the “what”. It allows them to form their own thinking through exploration, investigation and collaboration.
    To learn more visit www.novapioneer.com.
    About the role:
    Key responsibilities for the role include:

    Teaching Mathematics.
    Maintain positive, constructive and professional relationships with students, their families, and colleagues.
    Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning, is developmentally appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students, and maintain an organized and focused learning environment.
    Infuse joy and passion for learning in lessons and so that students are excited about and invested in their academic excellence.
    Provide necessary accommodations and modifications for the growth and success of all students.
    Be accountable for students’ mastery of academic standards.
    Integrate interactive technology into lessons to enhance instructional delivery.
    Set and communicate rigorous and ambitious goals for all students and provide student feedback so they internalize them.
    Provide consistent rewards and/or consequences for student behavior.
    Consistently meet the ambitious goals of a rapidly-growing organization.

    About You
    Skills and Qualifications required:

    TSC certification and relevant Bachelors of Education Degree in Teaching.
    3+ years experience.
    You are a great communicator. You are able to provide a clear and effective written and verbal communication to the leadership team
    You are flexible and open to change – you handle uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity well.
    You are a problem solver – you are proactive in identifying issues and address these thoroughly by making effort to find appropriate solutions.
    You are excited about our organizational culture and in particular, you are fired up to challenge yourself by embracing mutual vulnerability and a firehose of feedback.
    Retired or BOM teachers are highly encouraged to apply.

  • Operations Intern

    Operations Intern

    Responsibilities
     Key responsibilities for the role include:

    Driving operational excellence in our day-to-day operations of our schools.
    Ensuring that the front desk is clean and well
    Attending Tatu Primary school management meetings to support Academic team Operations-wise.
    Assist with implementation of any and all initiatives put forth by Operations team.
    Inventory and requisition support.
    Booking school buses/vans for academic team and students, through Transport manager.
    Processing of petty cash payments.
    Coordination of school events for instance Open Days, parents meetings, staff meetings – ensuring there is an available venue and required furniture, coordinating with catering team to provide refreshments (if need be).
    Provide support in the execution of projects related to school goals – new policies and systems.
    Support in the successful running of various aspects of school operations – Library, Student Support Services, Kitchen operations, Sports Activities, etc.
    Assist in doing cost analysis to identify operational improvements.
    Responsible for planning, assigning and directing contract/casual staff, including cleaning and security staff.
    Responsible for appraising staff performance; rewarding and disciplining contract/casual staff; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.

    Qualifications
     Skills and Qualifications required:

    A maximum of 1 year of related work experience preferably in business operations, project management, marketing, event management and/or finance operations.
    Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or other related fields.
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    Highly developed organizational, communication and presentation skills.
    A high degree of computer literacy.

  • Bus Assistants 

Mechanic

    Bus Assistants Mechanic

    Job description
    Key responsibilities for the role include:
    Duties & Responsibilities

    Account for every student who is to board or alight from the bus in accordance with the boarding sheet.
    Ensure that all students are seated and have fastened their seat-belts before commencement of every journey and hand them to the designated guardian both in school and at home.
    Propose or recommend to the Transport Manager any improvements that may result in more efficient route planning by observing and tracking route timings.
    Convey any feedback/comment/enquiry from parents or guardians to the Transport Manager.
    Deliver any documents or medication and convey dosage instructions that may have been given by a student’s parent /guardian to the School Nurse.

    About You

    Skills and Qualifications required:
    Diploma in Auto-mechanical engineering from a recognized institution.
    Knowledge of highway code and school bus regulations.
    Possess a PSV License.
    Possess a BCE- Class Driving License for more than 8 years.
    Must Possess a recent (not older than 6 months) Certificate of Good Conduct.
    Recommendation from 3 previous employers.
    Minimum 2 years’ experience with school bus transportation.
    Ability to operate a school bus in a safe and responsible manner.
    Client service and public interaction skills.
    Analytical and problem-solving skills.
    Effective verbal and listening communications skills.
    First aid knowledge.

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  • Kitchen Steward

    Kitchen Steward

    Want to help develop 21st Century Youth?
    Nova Academies is a pan-African school network that prepares the next generation of leaders and innovators through world-class teaching methods with an emphasis on 21st-century skills.
    We look for passionate and creative individuals who are eager to bring in their diverse perspectives and experiences to develop innovators and leaders who will shape the African Century.
    Position: Kitchen Steward
    As a Kitchen Steward, you will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. All utensils and kitchen floors must be kept clean. You will also work hand-in-hand with the other kitchen staff to ensure smooth production of food.
    Function: School
    You will be based in our Ondiri or Tatu Campus
    Reports To: Head Chef
    Our Team Culture Is Designed To Reinforce Our Vision

    We model the growth mindset we want our students to embody; you are challenged every day and, as a result, you grow more than at any other point in your life.
    We pursue excellence in every detail and do whatever it takes to produce great work quickly.
    We are radically open: we share tough messages and our own vulnerabilities to help us grow.
    We bring infectious energy, enthusiasm and fun to everything we do because joy fuels the hardest work and learning.

    How will your day to day at Nova look like?

    Keeping working area clean throughout the day
    Ensuring that the prescribed uniform is worn and is neat and clean
    Cleaning dry goods store, cold room, freezer room and shelves
    Ensuring sink is always clean with clean dish rack
    Cleaning bathrooms, ensure that enough soap and toilet paper is available
    Removing all rubbish and dispose and clean dump hatch
    Wiping all tiles and walls
    Cleaning and shine all glasses
    Cleaning all utensils as per procedure
    Performing any other duties delegated by your supervisor

    Who You Are

    You are a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills
    You are able to work well and meet strict deadlines with minimum supervision 
    You have excellent communication skills, both oral and written
    Work experience is preferred but not a must

    Does working at Nova Academies excite you? If you are a great fit, we will drop everything and call you immediately
    Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the right candidate is identified. Only qualified candidates will be invited for interviews

  • Primary School Sports Coordinator

    Primary School Sports Coordinator

    Job description

    Nova Pioneer is looking for superstar Sports Coordinators for our Tatu Campus. The teacher will play a critical role in delivering an exceptional 21st Century learning experience for our students. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of an innovative network of schools that are developing generations of innovators and leaders who will shape the African Century.About The RoleKey responsibilities for the role include:

    Provide a safe and secure environment for children to feel comfortable.
    Plan and execute appropriate activities for the children each day according to the curriculum, schemes of work and lesson plans.
    Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
    Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injuries and damage.
    Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development such as games.
    Prepare materials, classrooms, and other indoor and outdoor spaces to facilitate creative play, learning and motor-skill activities, and safety.
    Observe and evaluate each child’s progress and provide a written report to the Principal, other school leaders and parents.
    Monitor and keep record/ reports of the children’s progress and development.
    Instruct students individually and in groups, adapting teaching methods to meet students’ varying needs and interests.
    Assimilate arriving children to the school environment by greeting them, helping them remove outerwear, and selecting activities of interest to them.
    Establish and enforce rules for behavior, and policies and procedures to maintain order among students.
    Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guests, or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.
    Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence.
    Assist in bus loading and unloading.

    About You
    Skills and Qualifications required:

    TSC certification and relevant Degree in Education.
    1 – 2 years teaching experience
    You are a great communicator. You are able to provide clear and effective written and verbal communication.
    You are flexible and open to change – you handle uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity well.
    You are a problem solver – you are proactive in identifying issues and address these thoroughly by making an effort to find appropriate solutions.
    You are excited about our organizational culture—and in particular, you are fired up to challenge yourself by embracing mutual vulnerability and a firehose of feedback.

  • Kitchen Steward

    Kitchen Steward

    Want to help develop 21st Century Youth?
    Nova Academies is a pan-African school network that prepares the next generation of leaders and innovators through world-class teaching methods with an emphasis on 21st-century skills.
    We look for passionate and creative individuals who are eager to bring in their diverse perspectives and experiences to develop innovators and leaders who will shape the African Century.
    Position: Kitchen Steward
    As a Kitchen Steward, you will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. All utensils and kitchen floors must be kept clean. You will also work hand-in-hand with the other kitchen staff to ensure smooth production of food.
    Function: School
    You will be based in our Ondiri or Tatu Campus
    Reports To: Head Chef
    Our Team Culture Is Designed To Reinforce Our Vision

    We model the growth mindset we want our students to embody; you are challenged every day and, as a result, you grow more than at any other point in your life.
    We pursue excellence in every detail and do whatever it takes to produce great work quickly.
    We are radically open: we share tough messages and our own vulnerabilities to help us grow.
    We bring infectious energy, enthusiasm and fun to everything we do because joy fuels the hardest work and learning.

    How will your day to day at Nova look like?

    Keeping working area clean throughout the day
    Ensuring that the prescribed uniform is worn and is neat and clean
    Cleaning dry goods store, cold room, freezer room and shelves
    Ensuring sink is always clean with clean dish rack
    Cleaning bathrooms, ensure that enough soap and toilet paper is available
    Removing all rubbish and dispose and clean dump hatch
    Wiping all tiles and walls
    Cleaning and shine all glasses
    Cleaning all utensils as per procedure
    Performing any other duties delegated by your supervisor

    Who You Are

    You are a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills
    You are able to work well and meet strict deadlines with minimum supervision 
    You have excellent communication skills, both oral and written
    Work experience is preferred but not a must

    Does working at Nova Academies excite you? If you are a great fit, we will drop everything and call you immediately
    Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the right candidate is identified. Only qualified candidates will be invited for interviews