JOB VACANCY- Principal for Wellspring Academy (a
private, Rwandan school)
THE VISION of Wellspring Academy is to produce a
new generation of servant leaders to bless Rwanda and display the best of
Rwanda to the world.
THE MISSION of Wellspring Academy is to educate
and equip students to become highly skilled, Godly leaders, and agents of
community transformation.
*An attractive financial/remuneration package will be considered upon
the final hiring process.
Qualifications:
appropriate equivalent); any postgraduate training (master’s degree) is a big
advantage
2. At least ten years of direct experience in the area of education
3. At least five years in senior level leadership within an educational
organization
4. Rwandan citizen who is at least 35 years old
Christian background:
agrees with the school’s statement of faith
2. A person who embodies and believes in the principles of the vision and
mission statements
Personality and skills:
in authority)
2. Organized and have the capacity to make decisions
3. An inspirational leader who can value and motivate staff, students, and
parents
4. Totally fluent (both speaking and writing) in English and Kinyarwanda
5. French fluency is also desired
Job Summary: The principal will be responsible for:
primary sections through consistent contact and collaboration with the
school’s two deputies (primary and secondary).
2. Overseeing the school’s budget and financial concerns while collaborating
closely with the school’s Director of Finance and Administration.
3. Creating and implementing a school development plan to fulfill the
vision/mission and goals.
4. Facilitate a conducive and effective learning environment and work with
other staff to develop and maintain high academic standards for themselves and
for children that are in line with the vision and mission.
5. Effective and caring management and supervision of all staff, students, and
resources
6. Monitoring the delivery of teaching to make sure it is in line with
objectives while also teaching strategies for academic excellence in staff
development meetings.
7. Work as a team with other staff members to create a happy working
atmosphere.
8. Reporting to the school board on the school’s progress and other pertinent
issues.
To apply, send the following documents to the Chairman of the board
(C/O Wellspring Academy):
– Cover letter stating your reasons for applying to this job and your
Christian testimony
– Full CV/resume with copies of all qualifications/credentials
– At least three professional and character references (one from church and
from present employer)
Closing date for applying: October 10th, 2012 //
Provisional date for interviews: Oct. 15th, 2012
**Contact the school with questions at 0786090648 or
neil@wellspringacademy.org
