The Riara
Group of Schools is a brand that has been in existence for four decades and is
a leading institution in the education industry.
We are
inspired and motivated by the Riara philosophy of quality education to bridge
higher education and the dynamism of the labour market.
1. Dean of
Studies - Riara Springs Girls High School
2. Home Science
Teacher - Riara Springs Girls High School
3. Estates
Manager
4. Security
Manager
1. Dean of
Studies - Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support
the Principal in ensuring that the learning environment is rich and
conducive, where each learner will realize her maximum potential.
- Participate
in setting goals and targets for the staff, and provide monitoring and
corrective measures that ensure meeting of the agreed targets.
- Supervise
the implementation of the academic and non-academic curriculum.
- Assist
in assessing and identifying capacity gaps for the staff and organize for
the necessary training in consultation with the Principal.
- Coordinate
internal and external examinations.
- Prepare
and supervise the preparation of reports, records, lists, and other
paperwork appropriate for the effective administration of the school.
- Lead
and supervise guidance and counselling programs that will enhance
individual education and character formation.
- Maintain
effective communication with staff, students and parents.
2. Home Science Teacher - Duties and Responsibilities:
- Nurture
students through instruction, training, and modelling to enable them
acquire quality education for life.
- Make
learning enjoyable through creativity, innovation and participative
experience for the students.
- Thoroughly
prepare the students for both internal and external examinations by
teaching the set syllabus, setting standard internal examinations and
professionally marking and grading the same. Also keep proper record of
each student’s performance.
- Identify
students with special needs and try to meet those needs or refer them
appropriately to those who can meet such needs.
- Carry
out co-curricular activities that enhance classroom learning e.g. clubs,
sports, etc.
- Contribute
to teamwork and co-operation among staff.
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience for Dean of Studies and
Home-Science Teacher
- A
Bachelors of Education degree with at least 4 years’ experience
- For
the Dean of Studies, at least 4 years’ experience as Head of Department or
in a similar role.
- Must
be proficient in Ms Office Suite of Packages.
- Strong
leadership and mentorship skills.
- Excellent
verbal and written communication skills, accuracy and keen attention to
detail.
- Must
be of high personal integrity and ethics, proactive, self-motivated and a
team player.
3. Estates Manager - Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure
that all facilities, buildings and compounds are maintained at the highest
standards i.e. cleaning, maintenance, repair & construction works.
- Conduct
a monthly audit of facilities and maintain a comprehensive maintenance and
repair schedule.
- Maintain
an updated inventory of buildings, furniture, equipment and other related
assets.
- Co-ordinate,
in liaison with the Heads of Schools, the logistics and administrative
aspects of various school events in terms of venue arrangements.
- Provide
leadership to the Estates Team, ensuring high level of integrity, customer
service, discipline and ownership. Lead by example.
- Prepare
monthly management reports.
4. Security Manager - Duties and Responsibilities:
- Pro-actively
manage the security and safety of staff, pupils, clients and institutional
assets.
- Provide
leadership to the security team, ensuring high level of integrity,
customer service, discipline and ownership. Lead by example.
- Ensure
proper custody and use of all security equipment and ensure that the
equipment is always well serviced and in good working condition.
- Conduct
periodic audits and provide requisite intelligence and proposals for
action.
- Manage
relations with external and contracted security providers.
- Prepare
monthly management reports
Qualifications Knowledge and Experience for Estates and Security
Managers:
- Bachelor
degree in Business Administration or Minimum of Diploma in Business
Administration or its equivalent.
- For
Estates Manager, qualifications in facilities management is essential and
experience in construction will be an added advantage.
- Minimum
6 years’ experience 3 of which must be in middle level management.
- Proficient
in Ms Office Suite of Packages.
- Excellent
verbal and written communication skills, accuracy and keen attention to
detail.
- Must
be of high personal integrity and ethics, proactive, self-motivated and a
team player.
- Strong
leadership and problem-solving skills.
Application Procedure:
Qualified
candidates to send a copy of their CV including current and expected
remuneration and contact details of 3 referees to recruitment@riaraschools.ac.ke
by close of business on Friday 29 April 2016.
Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.