The Pharo Foundation is a privately funded entrepreneurial organisation that runs philanthropic programmes as well as for-profit social enterprises. Pharo School Homosha is currently the Foundation’s largest education project and is located in the Benishangul-Gumuz regional state of Ethiopia. Extending over 3.4 hectares, with over 7,000 square meters of purposely designed educational space, the school is the first of its kind in the region; a modern educational and boarding campus with a 240 female student capacity, aiming to offer the best educational opportunities to bright, highly motivated girls from across the region. Our focus on female education is in response to the challenges girls face in accessing high quality secondary schooling. This shapes the School’s vision of achieving all-round academic and personal development of its students to reach their highest potential and become future leaders and role models.
Position Summary:
As the school moves into its third year of operation in September 2020, it is seeking an outstanding, dedicated and experienced educator passionately called to help transform the lives of young Ethiopian women, through the position of Deputy Head of School. The successful candidate must have educational experience with 21st century instructional design and teaching pedagogies, furthering the skills of beginner, English language learners, and s/he must be able to function effectively despite a high frequency of infrastructure (power, water, internet, supply chain, communication) challenges.
The Deputy Head of School will report to the School’s Headmistress and will be a part of the Senior School Management Team. The Deputy Head will play a vital role in the day-to-day running of the school, and in particular, promote all aspects of academic and intellectual development, including the quality of teaching and learning. Vital to the quality of teaching and learning, will be the ongoing incorporation of technology, creativity and innovation in the learning environment. The Deputy Head is a pillar of the school community and as such, is required to reside on the school campus. Key Academic Responsibilities include:
Specific academic responsibilities will include:
Key Administrative Responsibilities include:
Specific administrative responsibilities include:
Qualification Requirements
Must be able to demonstrate:
Behavioral Competencies
Salary and Benefits
The salary and benefits package is competitive and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. On campus accommodations and meals are provided, while the school is in session.
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