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Recruitment agency · Brites Management Services

PRINCIPAL – COLLEGE

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EMBAKASIManager · Not statedDeadline not stated by agencyChecked 27 Sept 2026
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About this role

JOB SUMMARY

Our client is seeking an experienced, professional, and results-oriented College Principal to provide strategic leadership and effective management of the institution. The successful candidate will oversee academic delivery, administration, staff performance, student welfare, and overall college operations.

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Academic Leadership

  • Oversee effective delivery of academic and TVET training programmes.
  • Monitor teaching standards, curriculum implementation, and student academic performance.
  • Coordinate academic planning, examinations, assessments, and quality improvement initiatives.

College Administration

  • Oversee the day-to-day administrative operations of the college.
  • Develop and implement institutional policies, procedures, and operational plans.
  • Ensure proper management of college records, resources, facilities, and administrative systems.

Staff Management

  • Lead, supervise, and evaluate teaching and non-teaching staff.
  • Coordinate staff schedules, workload allocation, meetings, and professional development.
  • Promote a professional, collaborative, and accountable working environment.

Student Management & Welfare

  • Oversee student discipline, welfare, attendance, and overall student experience.
  • Develop and enforce appropriate student policies, rules, and codes of conduct.
  • Address student concerns and disciplinary matters fairly and professionally.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

  • Ensure the institution complies with applicable TVET, education, and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain required institutional licences, certifications, records, and documentation.
  • Monitor quality standards and implement corrective measures where necessary.

Leadership & Institutional Development

  • Provide strategic leadership in achieving the college’s academic and operational objectives.
  • Represent the institution professionally when dealing with parents, students, regulators, partners, and other stakeholders.
  • Identify opportunities for institutional growth, partnerships, student recruitment, and improved service delivery.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

  • Diploma or Degree in Education, TVET, or a related field .
  • Must possess a valid TVET teaching/training certification or relevant licence .
  • Proven prior experience in teaching and college/training institution management .
  • Strong leadership, administration, and student management skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to supervise and motivate teaching and support staff.
  • Good understanding of academic administration and institutional compliance.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Minimum age of 40 years preferred , in line with the desired level of leadership and experience.
  • Professional, mature, organized, and capable of independently leading a training institution.

HOW TO APPLY

  • If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on the employer’s official contact
  • Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Salary disclosed: KSHS.40,000

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