Titre du poste

Head of Department (HOD) - Nairobi

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Position : Head of Department (HOD) - Nairobi

We are looking for a Head of Department (HOD).
Role Overview
The Head of Department (HOD) provides academic leadership within a specific subject area or faculty, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and assessment. The role includes curriculum management, staff mentorship, performance monitoring, and the promotion of a positive learning environment aligned with international education standards.
Key Responsibilities
1. Academic Leadership

  • Lead the development and implementation of the department’s curriculum in line with international standards (e.g. IB, Cambridge, British curriculum).
  • Monitor the quality of teaching and ensure consistent curriculum delivery.
  • Promote innovative teaching strategies and the effective use of educational technology.

2. Staff Management & Development

  • Mentor, support, and evaluate teaching staff within the department.
  • Identify professional development needs and coordinate relevant training or coaching sessions.
  • Foster a collaborative, motivated, and high-performing team culture.

3. Student Learning & Assessment

  • Oversee planning, assessment, and reporting of student progress.
  • Analyse academic performance data to enhance teaching effectiveness and student outcomes.
  • Provide academic guidance and support to students when required.

4. Administration & Communication

  • Manage departmental resources, including teaching materials and budgets.
  • Coordinate with school leadership on academic planning, timetabling, and inspections.
  • Communicate effectively with parents regarding departmental programmes, policies, and student progress.

5. Continuous Improvement

  • Contribute to school-wide curriculum development initiatives.
  • Stay up to date with educational research, best practices, and subject-specific developments.
  • Lead departmental initiatives aimed at improving student engagement and learning outcomes.

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Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education or in a relevant subject area.
  • Teaching qualification recognised by the Ministry of Education or international accrediting bodies.
  • Minimum of 5–7 years of teaching experience, with 2–3 years in a leadership role preferred.
  • Proven experience with international curricula (IB, Cambridge, British) is highly desirable.

Key Skills & Competencies

  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Excellent organisational, interpersonal, and communication abilities.
  • Ability to analyse academic data and make informed decisions.
  • Strong commitment to student learning and academic excellence.
  • Creative, innovative, and forward-thinking approach to teaching and learning.

What the School Offers

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
  • Supportive, collaborative, and international working environment.

Job criteria for job ad : Head of Department (HOD) - Nairobi

  • Job category :
    Management
  • Industries :
    Education, training
  • Employment type : Permanent contract
  • Region : Nairobi
  • City : Nairobi
  • Remote work :
    Hybrid
  • Experience level : 5 to 10 years - More than 10 years
  • Educational level : High school - Technical school - College - HND - Bachelor - Master - Doctorate
  • Spoken language :
    english > fluent
  • Number of Position(s) : 1
  • Team management :
    Yes
  • Management
  • Planning
  • Assessment
  • Coaching
  • Leadership
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Type de poste
Temps plein
Lieu du poste
Nairobi, Kenya
Date de publication
23 janvier 2026
Valide jusqu’au
20 mars 2026
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Poste : Head of Department (HOD) - Nairobi

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