Head of Administration Job at St. Mary Dedication British International High Schools

St. Mary Dedication British International High Schools is a renowned educational institution known for its academic excellence and morally upright students. St Mary Dedication British international school challenges students to develop what is finest in themselves and others, for others and themselves. We are committed to nurturing an intentionally diverse, and inclusive community that encourages students and adults to inspire and respect one another. 

At St Mary Dedication British Internation school our guiding principle is Education for Light, Through  Knowledge. Our aim is to provide a richness of opportunity for our student to excel, nurture and explore their talents without limits. That is because education goes beyond exam results, its about the complete development of the child.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Head of Administration
Job Location: Benin City, Edo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are looking for a School Administrator to manage all administrative tasks in our school.
• As a School Administrator, you’ll need to wear many different hats; the planner, the problem-solver, the educator and the counselor being a few of them.
• You should have the skills to communicate with various people, handle budgets and logistics, and keep all educational programs running.
• If you’re up to the task, and you’re also committed to high-quality education, we’d like to meet you.

Duties

• Manage budgets, logistics and events or meetings
• Handle scheduling, record-keeping and reporting
• Develop and run educational programs
• Hire, train and advise staff
• Counsel students when needed
• Resolve conflicts and other issues
• Ensure the school complies with relevant laws and regulations
• Communicate with parents, regulatory bodies and the public
• Have a hand in the creation of the school curriculum
• Implement actions that improve the school and the quality of education (e.g. building renovations, new guidelines for students, new subjects)
• Help shape and uphold the vision of the school.

Additional Information

• This is a senior management position directly answerable to the Proprietress and school board.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Education, Business Administration or other relevant fields are also welcome.
• Minimum of 10 years of work experience in Administration and Teaching
• A desire to work with children.
• Advanced Degree/ training/ or evidence of continuous improvement
• Excellent communication skills.
•  Proficiency in Microsoft word, excel, and PowerPoint
• Must be able to work well under pressure.
• Male between the ages of 45 - 55
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving and dispute resolution skills

Additional Benefits Available

• Competitive salary
• Pension plan.