School Principal- SOS Primary Schools

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Position: School Principal- Primary

Vacant Position: Three (3)
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (Renewable Based on Performance)
Duty Station: Gasabo, Gicumbi & Nyamagabe districts
Reports To: Education Operations Manager
Application Deadline: 2nd August 2026

About Impactful Solutions Rwanda (ISR-CBC)

Impactful Solutions Rwanda (ISR-CBC) is a registered social business established by SOS Children's Villages Rwanda to oversee and operate its income-generating and service delivery enterprises, including schools, a training center, guest houses, bakery, farms and events management services. Established in December 2025 and headquartered in Kacyiru, Gasabo District, Kigali, ISR-CBC is committed to operational excellence, financial sustainability and creating lasting social impact.

As the social business company tasked with managing SOS Children's Villages Rwanda schools, ISR-CBC is guided by the vision "Where Children Thrive and Communities Rise." The organization is dedicated to delivering quality, inclusive and sustainable education that equips children and young people with the knowledge, skills, values and competencies needed to thrive in an ever-changing world.

ISR-CBC empowers communities through education, skills development, entrepreneurship and innovative social business solutions that promote self-reliance, economic opportunity and sustainable community development.

To strengthen academic excellence and institutional growth, ISR-CBC seeks a dynamic, experienced and results-oriented professional to serve as School Principal for SOS Kigali Primary School, Byumba Primary School & Gikongoro Primary School

Job Purpose

The School Principal is tasked with providing strategic leadership and overall management of the school to ensure the delivery of high-quality education in accordance with Rwanda's Competence-Based Curriculum and the school's vision and values.

The School Principal will guide academic excellence, staff performance, student welfare, co-curricular development, financial sustainability and administrative effectiveness while ensuring that English remains the primary language of instruction and communication throughout the school. The role also requires driving school growth through improved enrolment, operational efficiency, stakeholder engagement and sound financial management. 

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Academic Leadership and Quality Assurance

• guide implementation of the national curriculum and school academic programs. 
• Ensure effective teaching and learning across all classes. 
• track learner performance and execute interventions to enhance academic outcomes. 
• perform classroom observations, instructional coaching and teacher assist. 
• Promote learner-centered and competency-based teaching methodologies. 
• Ensure the school achieves or exceeds annual academic performance targets. 

2. English Language Excellence

• Ensure English is consistently used as the language of instruction and communication throughout the school. 
• Strengthen teachers' English language proficiency and instructional effectiveness. 
• Promote programs that enhance learners' speaking, reading, writing and listening skills. 
• organize staff development initiatives to enhance English language competencies. 

3. Staff Management and Professional Development

• guide, supervise, mentor and evaluate teaching and non-teaching staff. 
• perform performance appraisals and promote continuous professional development. 
• Foster teamwork, accountability, professionalism and staff wellbeing. 
• Ensure compliance with school policies and professional standards. 

4. Student Welfare and School Culture

• Promote a safe, inclusive and child-friendly learning environment. 
• Ensure implementation of child safeguarding and protection policies. 
• track learner attendance, discipline, behavior and wellbeing. 
• Promote positive values, leadership and responsible citizenship. 
• keep effective communication with parents and guardians. 

5. Co-Curricular Activities

• Promote sports, arts, music, clubs and other enrichment programs. 
• Encourage broad learner participation in co-curricular activities. 
• Organize inter-school competitions and talent development initiatives. 

6. Financial Management and Sustainability

• produce and execute the school's operational and financial plans. 
• Oversee school revenue generation, expenditure management and fee collection. 
• track budget performance and promote cost efficiency. 
• Ensure timely financial reporting and accountability. 

7. School Growth and Profitability

• guide initiatives to increase learner enrolment and retention. 
• create strategies to achieve annual revenue and profitability targets. 
• Promote efficient utilization of school facilities and resources. 
• Drive operational excellence while maintaining educational quality. 

8. Parent and Community Engagement

• Build and keep productive relationships with parents, guardians and community stakeholders. 
• Organize regular parent engagement meetings. 
• Promote the school's image through marketing and outreach initiatives. 

9. Compliance, Governance and Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with Ministry of Education policies, NESA requirements and other statutory requirements. 
• organize inspections and audits. 
• keep accurate school records and reports. 
• Ensure implementation of health, safety and safeguarding standards. 

10. Strategic Leadership and School Development

• create and execute the school's annual strategic and operational plans. 
• guide innovation and continuous school improvement initiatives. 
• track institutional performance indicators. 
• deliver regular reports to the management. 
• Foster a culture of excellence, integrity, accountability and continuous learning. 

Qualifications and Experience

Education

Applicants should possess:

• A bachelor’s degree in education, Educational Management, School Leadership or a related field. 
• A master’s degree in educational leadership, Educational Management, School Administration or a related field will be an added advantage.

Experience

Applicants should demonstrate:

• A minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in school leadership or management. 
• Proven experience managing a Primary School and/or Kindergarten. 
• Demonstrated success in improving academic performance and school operations.

Required Competencies

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong instructional leadership skills.
• Strategic planning and organizational development.
• Financial and administrative management.
• Staff supervision and performance management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong command of English, both written and spoken.
• Knowledge of Rwanda's Competence-Based Curriculum and education policies.
• Child safeguarding and protection awareness.
• Results-oriented leadership and accountability.

Performance Expectations

The School Principal will be evaluated based on:

• Student academic performance and pass rates. 
• Improvement in English language proficiency among teachers and learners. 
• Teacher performance and professional development. 
• Student enrolment and retention. 
• Participation and success in co-curricular activities. 
• Parent satisfaction. 
• Compliance with regulatory requirements. 
• School fee collection and budget management. 
• Achievement of annual financial sustainability and profitability targets. 
• Effective implementation of strategic and operational plans.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• An application letter;
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae;
• Copies of academic and professional certificates;
• Three (3) traceable professional references.

Applications should be sent to sos.recruitment@sos-rwanda.org .

Please indicate "Application for School Principal – Primary" in the subject line of your email. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Child Safeguarding Statement

SOS Children's Villages Rwanda and Impactful Solutions Rwanda (ISR-CBC) are committed to safeguarding children and maintaining a zero-tolerance policy against sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment and all forms of misconduct. Recruitment decisions include rigorous background checks, police clearance, reference verification and assessment of candidates' commitment to child safeguarding and the organization's values.

Done at Kigali on 22nd July 2026

George Gakuba
Managing Director