Principal Kimbe International School

Kimbe International School (KIS) is owned and operated by the International Education Agency of Papua New Guinea.

We are seeking applications from educators with prior leadership experience to head one of the premier independent schools in Papua New Guinea.

The IEA curriculum is in place from Early Years to Grade 8. We offer PNG and Australian Capital Territory curriculum in Grades 9 to 12. The curriculum reflects current global quality practice and is taught in English.

Students prepare for the PNG Upper Secondary School Certificate (Grade 8, 10, 12) and are internationally accredited by the Australian Capital Territory Board of Senior Secondary School for the Year 12 Certificate.

Along with academics, there are sports, cultural events, and co-curricular activities.

Kimbe International School caters for students from all parts of Papua New Guinea and around the world. Along with the Boarding Section, we also operate a campus of the IEA TAFE College, which provides several TAFE courses both for our Upper Secondary Students and members of the public, NGOs and multinational companies who wish to upgrade their qualifications.

KIS is situated in the heart of Kimbe town, the administrative centre of West New Britain Province, Papua New Guinea on a large, secure, tropical, parkland campus.

See the school website for further information: https://kimbeinternationalschool.org/

The successful applicants will show the following;

• educational leadership to maintain a learning environment providing learning for all,

• an understanding of current approaches in curriculum and pedagogy,

• sensitivity to managing change,

• effective working relationships with staff, students, school board and community,

• experience in financial and resource planning and management,

• proficiency in managing the development and performance of all staff for observable improvement.

The role also entails contributing to the IEA’s system goals and direction.

This is challenging and demanding, but extremely rewarding work.

Employment conditions include a competitive salary, school fee assistance, accommodation and medical insurance. Also provided are a motor vehicle, laptop computer, removal expenses and annual leave fares.

To apply for the position submit a current CV, letter of application and three referees.

Applications must be made online at TES.COM

Closing date 10th May, 2021.

• Stringent reference and background checking is required, including child protection clearances.

• Appointments depend on successful work permit application undertaken by IEA.

• Applications should only be made online at TES.COM.

• Anticipated start date as early as July 2021 latest January 2022.

• Interviews will be conducted by a variety of means depending on prevailing circumstances.

• Because of the large number of applications expected, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.