Education

Principal

Makini High School·Nairobi, kenya·Full Time·Contract
EducationFull TimeContract
-Closes Nov 5, 2026

Key Qualifications, Experience and Skills Required:

  • A minimum of a Bachelor of Education degree from a recognized university Must be registered with the Teachers Service Commission
  • Minimum 10 years of teaching experience and continuous teaching experience in the field, minimum 3 years' experience as a principal/deputy principal or in any relevant school leadership role. Strong understanding of the CBE Curriculum.

Skills, knowledge, abilities & values

  • A team player with good command of written and spoken English
  • Good knowledge of Childhood Development.
  • Creative and good teaching/reading abilities. Patient and hands-on with children.
  • Good intra and interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledgeable in modern pedagogy and demonstrable teaching practices.
  • Innovative and creative individual.
  • Good planning and organization skills.
  • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
  • Outstanding oral and written communication skills with a keen eye for detail.
  • Possess problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HND
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Company

Makini High School

Location

Nairobi, kenya

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Contract

Experience

Valid until

November 5, 2026

Created

October 26, 2026

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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. Nova Pioneer currently has 17 schools in South Africa and Kenya with a vision to launch 100 schools and reach tens of thousands of students across the African continent in the next decade. To learn more visit www.novapioneer.com.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 plansDeveloping, reviewing and updating schemes of work and lesson plans in line with the school curriculum in partnership with your line coach and the Curriculum Development Manager.Setting assessments for subject areas/ topics when requested or called uponProvide 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, arts and crafts, music, and storytellingPrepare 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 developmentInstruct students individually and in groups, adapting teaching methods to meet students' varying needs and interestsAssimilate 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 unloadingAny other duties as assigned by your line coachABOUT YOUSkills and Qualifications required:You have a TSC certificateA relevant degree in Education/ P1 Diploma/ P1 CertificatePrevious training/qualification or experience in teaching the Cambridge curriculum is an added advantage.Experience teaching Computing and Digital Literacy and preparing learners for Year 9 Checkpoint and Year 11 IGCSE exams will be an added advantage.You have 3+ years teaching experience.You have good working skills with technology such as Word, Powerpoint and ExcelYou 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.HOW TO APPLYDoes 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: You are encouraged to attach your resume in PDF format to protect formatting.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. The process is as follows: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 sit an assessment and deliver a lesson to a class.Final interview: you’ll have a final conversation with the hiring manager before decisions are made.WORKING AT NOVA PIONEERNova Pioneer is a place where our people experience tremendous growth, fast! We invest heavily in the growth of our people because it leads to greater mastery in both us and our students. Novaneers work harder and work longer hours than at most schools but as a result, the growth they experience is extraordinary. We offer consistent and ongoing professional development and provide clear career pathways that ensure that our people are always achieving their personal and professional best. Nova Pioneer has a highly energetic, entrepreneurial environment where our people get to bring their creative and innovative ideas to life. We look for people who are flexible and who are able to adapt and respond quickly to adversity with a positive, can-do attitude (there are no problems, only solutions!). We welcome challenges and roll with the punches because it makes us, and our students, better. There is no problem too big for us! We work hard but we also have a lot of fun together. We bring infectious energy and enthusiasm to everything we do because joy fuels the hardest work and learning. Read more about our culture principles here

7 days ago

International Organization For Migration Senior Programme Manager Immigration And Border Governance

International Organization for Migration Senior Programme

kenya

full-time

International Organization for Migration Senior Programme Manager Immigration and Border Governance Jobs in Kenya;Under the direct supervision of the Regional Deputy Director for Operations and the overall supervision of the Regional Director for East Horn and Southern Africa, the Regional Programme Specialist (RE2CLID) is responsible for the overall strategic and technical coordination of the Regional Responses to Climate Displacement in Sub-Saharan Africa (RE2CLID) programme.The role ensures the implementation of harmonized, coherent, and technically sound activities across participating countries through timely and informed decision-making at the regional level.The incumbent will lead regional programme activities, supervise the Regional Support Team, serve as the principal focal point for regional organizations, and act as the primary liaison with the European Commission and other institutional partners.Responsibilities International Organization for Migration Senior Programme Manager Immigration and Border Governance Jobs in Kenya; Responsibilities Coordinate implementation of the programme at the regional level and facilitate timely, harmonized, coherent, and informed decision-making. Lead planning and implementation of regional activities, stakeholder engagement, and partnership development. Identify and pursue resource mobilization opportunities to complement, strengthen, and sustain RE2CLID initiatives. Engage regularly with the European Commission and participate in Regional Steering Committees. Provide strategic guidance on programme design, implementation, and adaptation. Ensure compliance with donor requirements and IOM project management policies and procedures, including financial management, reporting, risk management, visibility, and human resources requirements. Promote harmonized systems, procedures, and tools for programme planning, implementation, monitoring, budgeting, and annual work planning. Provide capacity development and troubleshooting support to participating missions. Deliver day-to-day technical guidance and support to implementing missions and conduct regular field deployments. Support integration of global policy directions and thematic innovations into programme implementation. Identify additional technical and programmatic support needs and mobilize internal and external expertise. Ensure integration of protection-sensitive approaches, including prevention of gender-based violence and inclusive programming. Promote participation of women, youth, children, persons with disabilities, displacement-affected communities, and marginalized groups. Provide guidance on area-based approaches, localization strategies, sustainability planning, and exit strategies. Facilitate information sharing across clusters and promote cross-cluster learning and collaboration. Conduct trend analysis and contribute policy inputs and lessons learned documentation. Supervise the Regional Support Team and monitor programme implementation progress. Support problem-solving and escalate unresolved issues for timely decision-making. Convene and lead the Internal Programme Committee to ensure strategic coordination and alignment. Participate in RE2CLID Senior Management Team meetings and facilitate high-level decision-making. Represent IOM and RE2CLID in regional and global strategic forums. Lead programme visibility, advocacy, and communication efforts. Support implementation of an effective external communication strategy showcasing achievements and lessons learned. Act as primary liaison with regional organizations, UN agencies, NGOs, multilateral banks, and other strategic partners. Ensure coordination and synergies with other IOM programmes and initiatives related to disaster preparedness, disaster response, climate action, disaster risk reduction, and durable solutions. Guide (adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle||[]).push({});cluster managing missions on progress reporting, documentation of achievements, lessons learned, challenges, and best practices. Ensure implementation of baseline, midline, and endline assessments. Perform other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications & ExperienceEducation Required Qualifications & Experience Education Master’s degree in International Development, International Relations, Social Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Disaster Management, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with at least seven (7) years of relevant professional experience; or University degree in the above fields with at least nine (9) years of relevant professional experience.Experience Experience Significant experience in programme management and coordination of multi-country or regional programmes focused on disaster preparedness, disaster response, displacement management, disaster risk reduction, and durable solutions. Extensive operational experience in contexts affected by displacement resulting from disasters and conflict. Significant experience developing and implementing area-based and localization strategies. Extensive experience coordinating multi-country initiatives, supervising multicultural teams, and managing technical support structures. Strong expertise in displacement management, emergency preparedness, emergency response, disaster risk reduction, durable solutions, climate change adaptation, and environmental governance. At least six (6) years of relevant experience in displacement crisis and post-crisis contexts.Skills Skills Proven expertise in designing and operationalizing whole-of-displacement approaches across the humanitarian, peace, and development nexus. Demonstrated experience managing large-scale donor-funded programmes, particularly European Union-funded initiatives. Strong expertise in donor relations, strategic planning, programme visibility, and reporting. Proven ability to lead regional partnership development and policy engagement with governments, regional organizations, UN agencies, and civil society actors. Familiarity with regional cooperation mechanisms relevant to programme implementation areas. Strong strategic leadership and coordination skills in complex multi-stakeholder environments. Ability to analyse and synthesize technical and policy information into practical strategies, plans, and guidance. Ability to remain effective under pressure and adapt to changing priorities and contexts. Excellent communication, negotiation, representation, and stakeholder engagement skills. High proficiency in digital collaboration tools, spreadsheets, databases, and knowledge-management systems.Languages Languages Fluency in English (oral and written) is required. Working knowledge of Portuguese is an advantage. Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) is an advantage.

8 days ago