School Operations Manager

Job Summary

The post holder will be fully responsible to effectively manage all non-education related activities within school business operations.

The incumbent will continuously strive to exceed internal & external customer expectations, capitalizing the economic profit and return on capital investment, while embracing the GEMS Core Values.

Responsibilities

• Development, maintenance, safety, security and cleanliness of the School building and grounds, ensuring that the site and facilities are available for School use and other users at all times.
• The organisation and delivery of administration and support services across the School ensuring efficient and effective staff deployment and, with the Principal/CEO, recruitment of well-trained and high quality staff.
• Provide advice and strategic guidance to the Principal/CEO, Senior Leadership and Corporate Office on business, financial and operational matters and be accountable for their effectiveness using robust performance management systems.
• Ensure that all staff are supported with high quality continuous professional development and training which contributes to the development and achievements of the School.
• Support the Principal/CEO in achieving the key strategic objectives for the School through formulating and leading on specific aspects of the School business and/or improvement plan.
• To actively encourage, and lead on environmental sustainability targets across the School site.
• For key people development initiatives alongwith stakeholder relationship management.

Education & Experience

• Minimum a BA, or equivalent (advanced) diploma / Certificate of School Business Management / Facilities Management / NEBOSH or IOSH
• At least 5 years’ experience in a senior level position within a service oriented industry

Job-Specific Knowledge & Skills:

• Fluent English communication skills, written and oral.
• Attention to detail with diligent follow up, and able to execute in a timely manner. Skilled in multi-tasking and handling pressure.
• Organizational ability, of self and others.
• Forethought and forward planning (particularly as this relates to local Government compliance matters).
• Capable of influencing people and talented in networking with cultural sensitivity. Good interpersonal skills
• Strong and consistent supervisory skills
• Commercial acumen