Head of Education

Head of Education, Southeast Asia
Malaysia
Full Time
August Start
We are recruiting for a Head of Education for a large educational organisation in Asia!
If you are an experienced Head of Education that fits all of the below criteria than we would love to hear from you.
THE ROLE
Establish and implement an Education Strategic Development Plan that scopes and aligns education and business priorities and targets
Identify key education priorities for further development and improvement of education operations in Malaysia and throughout South East Asia
Establish and implement education policy and practice for Malaysia and South East Asia
Monitor each schools (Malaysia) development and improvement plans to ensure they are aligned with the overall Education Strategic Plan for Malaysia. Provide feedback, advice and support where required.
Develop a programme to support, monitor and evaluate each schools performance through school self-review processes across all operations in Malaysia and South East Asia.
Monitor, evaluate, provide feedback and support to schools for the effective implementation of agreed curricular
Advise the Regional Director on all academic matters
Furnish periodic updates/reports on key academic matters
Work closely with the Head Office in Lahore regarding progress and project deliverables
Ensure easy and rapid availability reliable school-related data for informed decision-making.
Establish positive working relationships with key government education decision-makers in Malaysia and throughout South East Asia
Establish standard operating procedures and practices within the Education department in Malaysia
Identify training needs and organize professional development of teachers and other academic staff
Develop and implement a school-based professional development programme that impacts positively on student outcomes
Streamline the examination system across region by developing a structured process/procedure
Monitor and further develop and improve the school libraries within the region
In close collaboration with internal stakeholders, design and Implement tracking mechanisms to obtain feedback from parents in order to address academic concerns at school and management levels
THE PERSON
The ideal candidate has:
A degree in education, educational leadership, management and administration up to Masters level (preferred).
An understanding of international curricula (CIE/IPC) and play- & project-based learning
A minimum of 15 years of overall experience in education, of which at least 5 years as a teacher and over 8 years in education leadership and management roles
Intellectual, commercial and social presence to act at senior level as our educational representative in the region
Demonstrated leadership qualities balanced with strong interpersonal skills; genuinely able to nurture links and relationships with key players in Malaysia and South East Asia
An incisive grasp of business intelligence and project management, blended with a self-starter capacity to communicate succinctly and achieve results
Openness, initiative, integrity and sound professional judgment
Adaptability
Research and analytical skills
Strong IT skills
THE PACKAGE
Gross monthly salary will be all-inclusive and commensurate with the candidates experience and profile (local taxes will apply)
Annual Economy class tickets for self & immediate family who moves to KL with the prospective employee
Health insurance (inpatient and outpatient): for self and dependents
End of Contract Bonus, after completion of the initial 24 months contract
Joining and End of Contract (economy class) flight to country of origin
Income Tax are borne by the employee (deductible at source every month)
Tuition Fee Concession as per company policy
Up to 10 days 9 nights of hotel stay during the initial period of joining (for new joiners who are not residing in Malaysia)
[The total package ranges between £70,000 - £80,000 per annum.
CONTRACT
This is a two (02) year contract with an option to renew upon its completion.
If you are interested in thisHead of Educationopportunity, interviews & lesson observations can be arranged immediately!!
We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.
The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.
This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.
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