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Racheal Wanjiru

Racheal Wanjiru

Head of External Affairs-School

Education / Training

Nairobi, Nairobi Area

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About Racheal Wanjiru:

Experienced in school management and very passionate about offering quality education

Experience

Leadership and School Culture

  • Manage the implementation of school calendar programme of activities, schedules etc.
  • Oversee the organization and implementation of school events
  • Strategic leadership and shaping of the overall direction of the culture of the organization
  • Maintain and up to date awareness of current practices and techniques relating to school programs, teaching and administration 
  • Preparation of weekly progress reports 
  • Suggest appropriate changes and ensure adherence to approved policies, practices and procedures by management

 

Programming and Curriculum

  • Implement the international curriculum (IB) of MYP 
  • Co-ordinate and foster the development of programs within the school to best meet the needs and interests of the students
  • Chair productive meetings with school personnel
  • Professionally develop the teaching team through training and appraisals 
  • Assist the teaching staff in the development, implementation, modifications, and selection of curriculum materials
  • Supervise and observe classes and provide feedback, assessments and guidance to teachers
  • Ensure the behavioral and support plans for students are implemented
  • Investigation and resolution of any issues or conflict that may arise between staff

 

School Operational Management 

  • Develop, and manage the implementation and monitoring, of school policies and safety protocols
  • Provide oversight management on procurement & transport, finance, HR & Administration 
  • Oversee school maintenance and ensure other safety protocols are adhered 

 

Financial Management

  • Ensure financial procedures and all expenditure are in accordance with the workplan and budget.
  • Contribution to transparent and effective procurement practices
  • Adherence to fund management with special attention to donor care and associated guidelines

 

Security, Health and Safety

  • Handle emergencies and school crises 
  • Promote health and safety initiatives with firm application of established guidelines
  • Monitor and review the security status of the areas of operation on a regular basis, liaising as applicable with other relevant security bodies 
  • Ensure adherence to security protocols, and reporting of security incidents
  • Ensure security plans and protocols for the areas of operation are updated and implemented in response to changes in the security situation.

 

Education

April 2021: International Baccalaureate Organization

  • MYP Certificate - Category 1 - Leading the learning;

2011 - 2013: Kenyatta University

  • Masters in Business Administration (MBA Project Management option)

2006 - 2010: Kenyatta University

  • Bachelor of Education Arts in (Early Childhood Studies) – 2nd Class honors (upper division)

2000-2004: Ndururumo High School            

  • K.C.S.E             

1992-1999: Bell House Academy

  • K.C.P.E

 

 

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