Jaffery Academy Mombasa is a
welcoming friendly international school in the coastal region with vibrant
learning space incorporating the latest technology to engage and inspire
students.
The school provides high quality education from the ages of 3 to 18 and follows the UK Curriculum (IGCSE, AS & A Levels).We have the nursery, junior and senior section.
The school provides high quality education from the ages of 3 to 18 and follows the UK Curriculum (IGCSE, AS & A Levels).We have the nursery, junior and senior section.
The Academy is seeking to recruit a
motivated graphic designer.
Key responsibilities
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Create 2D and 3D model animations and
execute as instructed.
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Developing and Producing Graphic
designs, Brochures, Print works, and online presentations including digital
marketing strategy.
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Ensure the school’s digital look and
feel is protected by adhering to approved designs, fonts, colors, layouts and
settings on print and social media.
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Increase the number of followers,
‘likes’ and audiences for our digital marketing and social media outputs.
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Ensure Use of digital methods and
e-newsletters, and offline marketing mediums in the daily operations of the
school.
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Provide creative graphics solutions
to meet the needs of various school sections.
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Design and produce graphics for taped
programs.
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Coordinate all social media channels
in a consistent in line with our high standards.
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Assisting with print, production and
design of marketing media.
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Fully exploit the social media and
digital marketing potential of Jaffery Academy’s events.
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Contribute to team effort to ensure
tasks are completed on time
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Develop graphics for product
illustration and online communication
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Ensure the website is fully optimized
for search engines and identify suitable websites to build links with.
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Using content to create compelling
graphic presentations
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Participate in the development of
content to be uploaded on the school’s various online platforms.
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Liaise with external agencies and
designers.
Key qualifications, skills &
qualities required
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Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design,
visual Arts, or equivalent course from a recognized Institution.
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Computer certifications in MS Office
Suite & CAD Software
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Photography
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Excellent Communication Skills and
team player
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Knowledge in Final Cut Pro,
In-design, Corel draw ,Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop & Adobe illustrator
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Conversant with broadcast graphics
design, editing and animation software
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Strong multi-tasking skills for
juggling multiple projects with varying deadlines
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Ability to independently, effectively
manage time and prioritize daily workload
Position: Head of School – Senior Section
Reporting To: Head
of Academy
Direct Reports: Dean
of studies, Deans of subjects, Dean of sports, senior school teachers,
laboratory technicians and Librarian.
Job Summary: The
Head of School will be responsible for internal organization, management and
control of the senior school and provide strong teaching and learning aspects
by supporting teachers and students in achieving high academic standards;
Provide professional vision and leadership for the senior school which secures
its success and improvement, ensuring high quality education for all its
students and improved standards of learning and achievement; In consultation
with the K.S.I. Education Board, the Head of Academy, the staff of the school,
the parents, the students themselves and the local community provide leading
role in achieving the strategic objectives of the senior school.
Key Responsibilities
i.
Leadership role
In
consultation with the Board and the Head of Academy, formulating the overall
aims, objectives and policies of the school and ensuring their implementation;
Leading by example, providing educational vision and direction to secure the
strong and passionate commitment of staff, parents and students; Ensuring that
staff are aware of current educational developments; Ensuring that all aspects
of school performance are monitored and evaluated in a robust, cyclical manner
and maintaining a record of self-evaluation and areas for improvement, and of
progress made in respect of these; Allocating, controlling and accounting for
those financial and material resources of the school which are under his/her
control; Attend meetings of the Board, provide Board Members with regular
reports on school developments and activities and consult with the Head of
Academy and the Board wherever appropriate, for example in the formulation of
development plans; and support the busy and varied life of the school,
attending its events and wider programme of activities.
ii.
Human resource management and Professional Development
Leading
the selection and appointment of the teaching and non-teaching staff of the
senior school; Deploying and managing all teaching and non-teaching staff of
the school and allocating particular duties to them in a manner consistent with
their conditions of employment, maintaining a reasonable balance for each
teacher between work carried out in school and work carried out elsewhere;
Leading, motivating, supporting, challenging and developing staff at all levels
in order to secure and sustain continuous improvement and staff wellbeing and to
be committed to personal continuing professional development; and managing
staff performance by appraising staff and recommending for rewards to high
performers and performance improvement plans to under-performers; Ensuring high
standards of professional practice and quality of teaching and learning of the
subject/s through effective dialogue, participating in reciprocal peer review
and observation of class teaching practice by the Head of Academy; Reviewing
and evaluating teachers’ teaching and learning strategies, methodologies and
programme(s); and participating in in-service education and training courses as
well as in continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities.
iii.
Teaching, Learning and Curriculum
Ensuring
that all lessons in the school are delivered in a planned, prepared and
delivered as per the approved curriculum; Determining, organizing and
implementing a broad and balanced curriculum for the school, having regard to
the
needs, experiences, interests, aptitudes and stage of development of the students and the resources available to the school; Evaluating the standards of teaching and learning in the school, and ensuring that proper standards of professional performance are established and maintained; Ensuring that improvements in the curriculum are a priority for all students including the gifted, slow and talented learners; Ensure the highest possible standards of education through the promotion of effective teaching and learning; Teaching in area of specialization; and ensure that teachers use creative, interactive and engaging teaching methods to encourage students to actively participate in classroom activities and develop holistically.
needs, experiences, interests, aptitudes and stage of development of the students and the resources available to the school; Evaluating the standards of teaching and learning in the school, and ensuring that proper standards of professional performance are established and maintained; Ensuring that improvements in the curriculum are a priority for all students including the gifted, slow and talented learners; Ensure the highest possible standards of education through the promotion of effective teaching and learning; Teaching in area of specialization; and ensure that teachers use creative, interactive and engaging teaching methods to encourage students to actively participate in classroom activities and develop holistically.
iv.
Assessment
Ensuring
that the progress of students of the school is monitored and recorded accordingly;
Ensuring continuing effective systems of planning, assessment, recording and
reporting, using data and benchmarks to monitor attainment and progress, in
every child’s learning; Using this data continuously to support and improve
standards; Ensuring that appropriate feedback is given to parents with regard
to records of students’ progress and development; Ensuring that internal and
external examinations are prepared accordingly and registrations done in time;
Pay attention to individual student’s progress and evaluate their learning
abilities; Ensuring that all students are given assignments that are corrected
and marked accordingly; and have a clear understanding of the needs of all
students, including those with special educational needs; gifted and talented;
disabilities; and be able to use and evaluate distinctive teaching approaches
to engage and support them.
v.
Extra -curricular activities
Ensuring
that the school participates in games and other co-curricular activities;
Participating in school/academic meetings, parent’s meetings and whole school
training events; Participating in staff, group or other meetings related to the
school for the better organization and administration of the school;
Participating in school assemblies/events; Ensuring safe school trips for
students going for extra-curricular activities.
vi.
Discipline and moral development
Ensuring
that proper standards of behavior among staff and students are implemented in
the school during the school day and whenever the students are engaged in
authorized activities outside the school; maintaining productive working habits
and discipline in the classroom; Observing, assessing and recording students’
behavior; and managing and applying appropriate and effective measures in case
of misbehavior.
vii.
Pastoral care
Providing
a safe and healthy environment for the wellbeing of staff, students, visitors
and neighbours; Promoting equality and inclusion in all aspects of school life
to all teaching and Non-teaching staff Making arrangements for the security,
maintenance, development and effective supervision of the school; Ensuring that
child protection and safeguarding of students are given high priority at all
times; Providing pastoral care and support to the teachers and students; and
taking on the role of mentor/class teacher, and supporting students on an
individual basis through academic or personal difficulties.
viii.
Relations with stakeholders
Making
arrangements for parents to be given regular information about the school
curriculum, the progress of their children and other matters affecting the
school, so as to promote common understanding; Creating and maintaining an
effective partnership with parents/guardians to support and improve students’
achievement and personal development; Working with parents/guardians to ensure
children have access to extended services (g. counselling, spiritual guidance
etc.), extra-curricular opportunities, homework and other social and
educational experiences; In collaboration with the Head of Academy, advising
and assisting the Education Board of the school in the exercise of their
functions (without prejudice to any rights s/he may have as a Head of School);
In collaboration with the Head of Academy, advising the Education Board on the
adoption of effective procedures to deal with incompetent teachers, and keeping
the Education Board informed of the general operation of such procedures; and
maintaining liaisons with other schools and education establishments with which
the school has a relationship.
Qualifications and Key Skills Required
i.
A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised University in Education or equivalent
ii.
A Master’s Degree in Education or related field is preferred.
iii.
Must be registered with Teachers Service Commission.
iv.
At least Ten years’ teaching experience
v.
Experience in leading a whole school or section
vi.
Knowledge of quality assurance and accountability systems
vii.
Knowledge and understanding of current trends in teaching and learning
practices
viii.Excellent
interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to form effective
relationships with all stakeholder groups
ix.
Ability to lead strategies successfully
x.
Role model for teaching and learning across the school
xi.
High level of competency in pastoral, sporting and co-curricular activities
xii.
Willingness and ability to attend meetings/events outside normal school day
xiii.Commitment
to continuous personal growth
xiv.
A person of high integrity and ethical standards
Benefits:
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An attractive salary based on the
skills and experience of the successful candidate, by negotiation with the
School Board.
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Pension plan.
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Medical cover
Details of contract: A 3-year renewal employment contract based on satisfactory
performance which commences on 1st August 2019 (or by negotiation with the
successful candidate.)
If
you are qualified and motivated to work in a school with an international
curriculum, we would like to hear from you. Kindly submit your application
accompanied by a detailed CV and relevant documents to chairman@jafferyacademy.org
not later than 15th April 2019.