• Lead the planning, coordination, and management of all educational and administrative/operation activities within the Hermann Gmeiner School.
• Supervise key functional units, including pedagogy, curriculum development, centralized records, procurement, administration, finance, and reporting.
• Collaborate with the organization management to align the school’s strategic direction with organization policies and government regulations.
• Develop and manage the school’s annual plan and budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources and preparation of accurate and on-time narrative and financial reports.
• Oversee recruitment, assignment, training, and supervision of teachers and key co-workers.
• In collaboration with HROD Team to conduct capacity assessment of co-workers and teachers and develop and implement the annual capacity development plan.
• Engage with communities, parents, and public/private stakeholders to understand educational needs and promote Hermann Gmeiner School programs.
• Maintain strong relationships with the Provincial Department of Education (PDoE) and other educational authorities.
• Monitor staff performance, conduct regular evaluations, and support professional development.
• Evaluate program effectiveness, resolve staff grievances, and ensure compliance with MoEYS laws/policies and organizational policies.
• Ensure a safe and supportive school environment by regularly monitoring campus safety and security.
• Perform additional assignments as requested by Line Manager and the National Director to support the mission of the organization.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• Possession of a bachelor’s degree in pedagogy is compulsory (at least level secondary teacher)
• Bachelor’s degree in education or business administration is preferred.
• Understanding relevance laws/policies/guidelines/strategies of MoEYS is preferred.
• At least 1-year experience as a school principal, or at least 2-year experience as a school deputy principle.
• Proven ability to develop and manage plan and budget, lead team, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Ability to conduct monitoring, inspection, and​assessment the performance of co-workers and teachers.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Khmer.
• Good computer skills (Ms. Word, Ms. Excel, Email, etc).
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate, solve problems, prioritize tasks, and manage competing deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships across stakeholders.

Essential Values and Behaviours

• High ethical standards, integrity, and a strong commitment to child safeguarding.
• High commitment with honesty and transparency.
• Innovation toward improving quality education.
• Teamwork, respect and value other people.
• Good listener, constructive feedback and a willingness to learn.