Dean of Academic Enrichment & Student Life job at Heritage International School
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Posted date: 2025-May-27
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Dean of Academic Enrichment & Student Life 2025-05-27T04:50:20+00:00 Heritage International School https://cdn.ugashare.com/jsjobsdata/data/employer/comp_4263/logo/Heritage%20International%20School.jpg https://heritage.co.ug/ FULL_TIME Kampala Kampala 00256 Uganda Education, and Training Admin & Office 2025-06-09T17:00:00+00:00 Uganda 8 osition Summary Heritage International School is seeking a dynamic, Christ-centered leader to serve as Dean of Academic Enrichment & Student Life. This strategic role provides whole-school leadership across academic programming, student life, and co-curricular initiatives. The Dean ensures a balanced, mission-aligned student experience that integrates classroom learning with enrichment programs and community life. The Dean serves as a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), supporting Principals, Coordinators, and department leads in delivering exceptional, values-driven education across all school divisions (PreK–12). Key Responsibilities Personal Qualities – Modeling and Leadership - Actively model a personal commitment to Christ and involvement in a Christian church
- Demonstrate integrity, humility, and purpose-driven leadership
- Foster a positive, grace-filled culture within cross-divisional programs
- Show initiative, flexibility, and strong follow-through
- Exhibit a servant-leadership approach and passion for educational excellence
Leadership & Program Oversight - Provide leadership for school-wide programs outside traditional divisional structures
- Oversee curriculum alignment and support subject-area Coordinators (PreK–12)
- Collaborate with Principals on school-wide events and academic initiatives
- Supervise or liaise with:
- Registrar and admissions team
- Athletics and ISAAK coordination
- Creative Arts (drama, music, art)
- Student Life and major school events (retreats, clubs, celebrations)
- Student Support Services coordination (in collaboration with Head of SSS)
Staff Support & Curriculum Coordination - Lead curriculum mapping and support vertical and horizontal alignment
- Work with academic leaders on scheduling and strategy
- Facilitate teacher development and shared planning
- Serve on key committees such as Academic and Curriculum
Student Life & Community Engagement - Coordinate student leadership and engagement opportunities
- Lead cross-divisional student programs and house events
- Ensure co-curricular programs are inclusive, safe, and mission-aligned
- Collaborate closely with Chaplaincy, Events, and Student Support teams
Systems & Administration - Support school-wide calendar planning and strategic initiatives
- Assist with enrollment and program development strategy
- Contribute to accreditation processes and documentation
- Represent academic enrichment and student life in SLT meetings
Professional Development - Submit and pursue annual leadership goals
- Engage in leadership development and educational networks
- Stay current with best practices in international education, student life, and curriculum design
- Actively contribute to internal professional development and training
Qualifications - A committed follower of Christ, aligned with the Heritage Statement of Faith
- Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years leadership experience in curriculum, student life, or academics
- Proven ability to lead teams and manage cross-functional programs
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Experience in international or cross-cultural school settings preferred
- Familiarity with AP, American, or international curricula is a plus
- Skilled in strategic planning, systems design, and curriculum development
- Technologically proficient, with strong administrative and planning capabilities
Key Responsibilities Personal Qualities – Modeling and Leadership Actively model a personal commitment to Christ and involvement in a Christian church Demonstrate integrity, humility, and purpose-driven leadership Foster a positive, grace-filled culture within cross-divisional programs Show initiative, flexibility, and strong follow-through Exhibit a servant-leadership approach and passion for educational excellence Leadership & Program Oversight Provide leadership for school-wide programs outside traditional divisional structures Oversee curriculum alignment and support subject-area Coordinators (PreK–12) Collaborate with Principals on school-wide events and academic initiatives Supervise or liaise with: Registrar and admissions team Athletics and ISAAK coordination Creative Arts (drama, music, art) Student Life and major school events (retreats, clubs, celebrations) Student Support Services coordination (in collaboration with Head of SSS) Staff Support & Curriculum Coordination Lead curriculum mapping and support vertical and horizontal alignment Work with academic leaders on scheduling and strategy Facilitate teacher development and shared planning Serve on key committees such as Academic and Curriculum Student Life & Community Engagement Coordinate student leadership and engagement opportunities Lead cross-divisional student programs and house events Ensure co-curricular programs are inclusive, safe, and mission-aligned Collaborate closely with Chaplaincy, Events, and Student Support teams Systems & Administration Support school-wide calendar planning and strategic initiatives Assist with enrollment and program development strategy Contribute to accreditation processes and documentation Represent academic enrichment and student life in SLT meetings Professional Development Submit and pursue annual leadership goals Engage in leadership development and educational networks Stay current with best practices in international education, student life, and curriculum design Actively contribute to internal professional development and training Qualifications A committed follower of Christ, aligned with the Heritage Statement of Faith Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field Minimum of 5 years leadership experience in curriculum, student life, or academics Proven ability to lead teams and manage cross-functional programs Strong communication and collaboration skills Experience in international or cross-cultural school settings preferred Familiarity with AP, American, or international curricula is a plus Skilled in strategic planning, systems design, and curriculum development Technologically proficient, with strong administrative and planning capabilities JOB-6835448c5843a Vacancy title:
Dean of Academic Enrichment & Student Life Jobs at:
Heritage International School Deadline of this Job:
Monday, June 9 2025 Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala | Uganda Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, May 27 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed JOB DETAILS: osition Summary Heritage International School is seeking a dynamic, Christ-centered leader to serve as Dean of Academic Enrichment & Student Life. This strategic role provides whole-school leadership across academic programming, student life, and co-curricular initiatives. The Dean ensures a balanced, mission-aligned student experience that integrates classroom learning with enrichment programs and community life. The Dean serves as a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), supporting Principals, Coordinators, and department leads in delivering exceptional, values-driven education across all school divisions (PreK–12). Key Responsibilities Personal Qualities – Modeling and Leadership - Actively model a personal commitment to Christ and involvement in a Christian church
- Demonstrate integrity, humility, and purpose-driven leadership
- Foster a positive, grace-filled culture within cross-divisional programs
- Show initiative, flexibility, and strong follow-through
- Exhibit a servant-leadership approach and passion for educational excellence
Leadership & Program Oversight - Provide leadership for school-wide programs outside traditional divisional structures
- Oversee curriculum alignment and support subject-area Coordinators (PreK–12)
- Collaborate with Principals on school-wide events and academic initiatives
- Supervise or liaise with:
- Registrar and admissions team
- Athletics and ISAAK coordination
- Creative Arts (drama, music, art)
- Student Life and major school events (retreats, clubs, celebrations)
- Student Support Services coordination (in collaboration with Head of SSS)
Staff Support & Curriculum Coordination - Lead curriculum mapping and support vertical and horizontal alignment
- Work with academic leaders on scheduling and strategy
- Facilitate teacher development and shared planning
- Serve on key committees such as Academic and Curriculum
Student Life & Community Engagement - Coordinate student leadership and engagement opportunities
- Lead cross-divisional student programs and house events
- Ensure co-curricular programs are inclusive, safe, and mission-aligned
- Collaborate closely with Chaplaincy, Events, and Student Support teams
Systems & Administration - Support school-wide calendar planning and strategic initiatives
- Assist with enrollment and program development strategy
- Contribute to accreditation processes and documentation
- Represent academic enrichment and student life in SLT meetings
Professional Development - Submit and pursue annual leadership goals
- Engage in leadership development and educational networks
- Stay current with best practices in international education, student life, and curriculum design
- Actively contribute to internal professional development and training
Qualifications - A committed follower of Christ, aligned with the Heritage Statement of Faith
- Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years leadership experience in curriculum, student life, or academics
- Proven ability to lead teams and manage cross-functional programs
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Experience in international or cross-cultural school settings preferred
- Familiarity with AP, American, or international curricula is a plus
- Skilled in strategic planning, systems design, and curriculum development
- Technologically proficient, with strong administrative and planning capabilities
Work Hours: 8 Experience in Months: 60 Level of Education: postgraduate degree Job application procedure Interested in applying for this job? Click here to submit your application now.
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