Jobs at Rising Academy Network

Requirements

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Ensure that Rising delivers industry-best teacher training programmes.
• Oversee the management and continuous improvement of a high quality, efficient inventory system.
• Ensure high-quality curriculum materials are available in each school.
• Coordinate effectively with the Academic team to achieve exceptional learning outcomes in every school.
• Oversee asset management and maintenance.
• Coordinate travel arrangements for the team.
• Ensure the Tamale office is a joyful place to work.

Education, experience and skills required:

• University degree
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in a related role
• Strong track record of professionalism and trustworthiness
• Effective communication, relationship building and teamwork skills
• Sets high standards and can support others to achieve them
• Ability to take the initiative and problem-solve when challenges arise
• Willingness to learn, give and receive feedback, and try new approaches
• Passionate about improving the quality of education
• Strong organizational and record keeping skills
• Strong project management skills

Benefits

• Competitive for the role and experience of the candidate
• Significant opportunity for increased responsibility and career progression

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About the role:

• We are seeking an ambitious, motivated, and highly organised School Manager to support the management of our schools in Ghana. As a School Manager you will be responsible for managing one school. The individual will play a key role in ensuring we improve our school performance and management.

The School Manager will:

• Oversee the management, operations, and financial functions of your school including but not limited to regular marketing campaigns, enrolment drives, timely collection, management, and reporting of school fees.
• Consistently achieve enrolment and attendance targets set by the Business Manager and HQ.
• Contribute to building a stellar reputation for Rising Academy Schools in the community.
• Work closely with the Business and Operations Manager to ensure that targets and deadlines are met and budgets are adhered to.
• Ensure all school staff and students report to school on time and are motivated to teach and learn everyday.
• Implement appropriate measures to ensure your school is fully staffed and performing to the standards set by Rising.
• Support the continuous improvement of teaching staff through teacher observations and coaching.
• Build a culture of continuous improvement through regular data review of school and staff performance, attendance records, and student assessment data.
• Build and establish a positive and collaborative relationship with staff, students, and the community in line with Rising’s values.

Requirements

• Qualifications and Experience
• University level undergraduate degree.
• A Masters degree is an added bonus, but not required.
• Minimum 4 years of professional experience in the education sector.

About You

• You have the acumen to design and execute strategies that help the school and organisation reach its goals.
• You have the highest levels of integrity and trustworthiness.
• You are good at systems building and holding different stakeholders accountable to clear expectations.
• You must have exceptional written and verbal English language skills.
• You are comfortable with technology and proficient in MS Word, Excel, Gmail, Google Drive, and use of the internet.
• You are a strong communicator, able to motivate, challenge and support your team members.
• You are willing to learn, open to giving and receiving feedback, and trying new approaches to achieve your goals.
• You have the ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives under limited supervision.
• You are passionate about improving the quality of education.
• You should be residing in or around Asamankese Estate or town.