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Deputy Principal – High School

The Pharo Foundation

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Education

Education Management

Assosa

1 Position

2025-08-13

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2025-08-20

Required Skills

conduct educational activities

Fields of study

Educational Planning and Management

Full Time

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Job Description

Pharo Foundation (“the Foundation”) is a mission-driven, impact-oriented organization that designs, funds, and operates economic development programmes towards a vibrant, productive, and self-reliant Africa. Over the next decade, our goal is to create maximum impact towards three critical missions:

  1. Education: ensure that all students have an opportunity to access a high-quality and affordable education and become productive citizens in a rapidly changing world.

  2. Water: ensure that people and communi4es across Africa have access to a safe and affordable source of water.

  3. Productivity: eliminate health, financial, and structural barriers to employment and productivity for working people.

The Foundation also operates Pharo Ventures which is the for-profit arm of its operations with sustainable businesses in Ethiopia and Somaliland geared towards job creation and economic empowerment. With over 700 employees in Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, and Somaliland, we are a diverse, multicultural, and passionate organization. We have our headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, and a liaison office in London, UK, which is home to our parent organization, Pharo Management.

The Deputy Principal plays a critical role in co-leading academic strategy, cultivating excellence in teaching, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of the high school. This is a high-impact leadership position with direct influence on student outcomes, staff development, and school climate.

Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & School Management

  • Support the Principal in executing the school’s vision, policies, and long-term goals

  • Lead daily operations, including timetabling, discipline procedures, and performance reviews

  • Manage and mentor department heads and teaching staff to uphold high standards of instruction

Academic Oversight

  • Supervise curriculum planning and implementation across all subject areas

  • Use data and student assessment tools to monitor progress and guide instructional improvements

  • Ensure compliance with national standards and Pharo Foundation benchmarks

Teacher Development & Culture Building

  • Facilitate ongoing professional development and performance coaching

  • Build a collaborative, respectful, and empowering school culture

  • Promote innovation and continuous learning among staff

Student Success & Well-being

  • Champion inclusive education and pastoral care practices

  • Cultivate student leadership and holistic growth opportunities

  • Engage parents and the wider community to support student development

Job Requirements

  • Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or related field

  • PGDT (Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching) – mandatory

  • Minimum 10 years of education experience, with at least 5 years in a senior school leadership role

Skills & Experience

  • Proven success managing operations and academic outcomes in a high school setting

  • Deep knowledge of curriculum standards, assessment frameworks, and school governance

  • Proficient in digital tools (Google Workspace, MS Office, school management systems)

  • Strong interpersonal skills with fluency in English

Personal Attributes

  • Inspiring leader with a commitment to excellence and equity

  • Solution-oriented and deeply collaborative

  • High emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity

  • Strategic thinker with attention to detail and execution

How To Apply

To apply, click THIS LINK

  1. Updated CV

  2. Cover Letter outlining your leadership experience and alignment with Pharo Foundation’s mission

  3. Names and contact details of three professional referees

  4. Clearly state “Deputy Principal – High School” in your cover letter and email subject line

📌 Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are strongly encouraged. 👉 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Fields Of Study

Educational Planning and Management

Skills Required

conduct educational activities

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