Chief School Officer

Chief School Officer This position can be based in any of our key hubs across Africa, with a strong preference for our Head Office in Johannesburg. It involves frequent travel across our network. Enko Education is at a defining moment in its journey; as we continue to broaden our Pan-African footprint, our strategic focus is shifting toward deep operational transformation: the realization of the African International School of Choice (AISoC). Our ambition is to ensure that every school in our portfolio achieves AISoC standards. This role will be instrumental in driving this vision forward. As Chief School Officer, you will lead a team of school leaders and educators across Africa, providing strategic guidance and operational support to drive the implementation of AISoC standards. You will work closely with our regional teams to develop and implement tailored strategies for each school, ensuring that every child has access to high-quality education. Key responsibilities include: • Providing strategic leadership to a team of school leaders and educators across Africa, • Developing and implementing tailored strategies for each school to drive the implementation of AISoC standards, • Collaborating with regional teams to ensure effective operational support and guidance, • Building strong relationships with key stakeholders, including school leaders, teachers, parents, and local communities, • Identifying and addressing systemic barriers to education quality and equity, • Developing and managing budgets for school operations and AISoC implementation, • Ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and policies. Requirements: • Master's degree in Education or a related field, • Minimum 5 years of experience in education leadership, preferably in an international setting, • Proven track record of driving educational excellence and equity, • Strong understanding of the African education landscape and AISoC standards, • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills. What we offer: • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Opportunity to shape the future of education in Africa, • Collaborative and dynamic work environment, • Professional development opportunities, • Access to cutting-edge educational resources and tools.