Position Overview:
The Education and Training Manager is a key leadership role within Hermann Gmeiner Business Enterprise and a system of profit-making educational institutions operating in multiple regions of Ethiopia. Reporting to the Executive Manager of the Social Enterprise, the Education and Training Manager is responsible for overseeing the educational and training programs across all schools, ensuring academic excellence, professional development, and adherence to educational standards. He/she will work closely with the Managing Principals of each school, providing guidance, support, and strategic direction to ensure the overall success of the schools.
Responsibilities:
Educational Leadership and Management:
- 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
Professional Development and Training:
- 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
Curriculum Development and Implementation:
- 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
Quality Assurance and Compliance:
- 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
Educational Research and Innovation:
- 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
Collaboration and Communication:
- 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
Budget and Resource Management:
- 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
Risk Management
- 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
Qualifications:
- 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.
How to Apply
Send us your application (application letter, detailed CV containing contact detail of there references) electronically through SOS Children Villages Application portal (ICIMS)
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Hermann Gmeiner School holds strict child safeguarding principles and a zero-tolerance policy for conducts of sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace and other places where the organization’s activities are rendered. Parallel to technical competence, recruitment, selection and hiring decisions will give due emphasis to assessing candidates value congruence and thorough background checks, police clearance reference check processes.
Hermann Gmeiner School provides equal employment opportunities to all co-workers & qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or class.