Education and Training Manager
SOS Children's Villages
- Addis Ababa
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for the educational programs of Hermann Gmeiner School Systems
- Develop and implement educational policies, guidelines, and standards to ensure academic excellence and consistency across all schools
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs, making recommendations for improvements as necessary
- Stay updated with educational trends, research, and best practices, incorporating innovative approaches into the curriculum
- Design and oversee professional development programs for teaching and administrative staff to enhance their skills, knowledge, and instructional practices
- Collaborate with the Managing Principals to identify professional development needs and support their implementation
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement among staff members
- Oversee the development, review, and implementation of the curriculum in accordance with national and international standards
- Ensure alignment with educational objectives, student needs, and best practices
- Collaborate with the Managing Principals and teachers to develop effective instructional strategies and materials
- Establish and monitor quality assurance mechanisms to ensure compliance with educational regulations, accreditation standards, and best practices
- Conduct regular evaluations and assessments to measure the effectiveness of teaching and learning practices
- Implement corrective measures and improvement plans as needed
- Promote a culture of research and innovation within the schools
- Encourage and support educational research projects that contribute to the improvement of teaching and learning outcomes
- Explore innovative teaching methods, technologies, and resources to enhance educational experiences
- Integrates technology in schools’ business processes
- Provides direction to the Managing Principals to ensure effective communication and coordination among schools
- Foster a collaborative environment that promotes sharing of best practices and resources
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders, including parents, community partners, and relevant government authorities
- Collaborate with the Executive Manager and relevant stakeholders to develop and manage the educational budget
- Optimize the use of resources to ensure efficient and effective operations
- Monitor and evaluate spending to ensure alignment with educational priorities and goals
- The Manager/ Director will be responsible with the financial, commercial, operational and strategic aspects of the school business
- Continuously and proactively, assess high-level risks to the organisation. Communicate the risks and manage the risks by developing mitigation measures
- Ensure the protection of company assets, premises and employees; manage and approve insurance and other appropriate risk mitigation measures
- Develop a risk profile and regularly report on risk to the organisation
- A minimum of 12 years of experience in educational leadership, preferably in a private or international school settings
- A Master's Degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Leadership, Educational Psychology or a related field is highly desirable
- Additional education or training in Business Management is desirable
- In-depth knowledge of educational systems, curriculum development, and instructional strategies
- Familiarity with national and international educational standards and regulations
- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with all stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically, make informed decisions, and solve complex problems.
- Proven track record of successful curriculum development, implementation, and improvement
- Ability to adapt to a dynamic and evolving educational landscape.
- Fluency in English and Amharic is required, and knowledge of other local languages is a plus.
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