Director of Studies at Direct Aid: (Deadline 11 August 2025)

VACANCIES ANNOUNCEMENT: DIRECTAID –RWANDA (AL-SAFWA KIRAMURUZI)

Direct-Aid is a charity International non-governmental organization concerned with the development of education, health and poverty reduction, and relief programs in Africa. Founded in Kuwait in 1981 and operating in thirty African countries and is operating in the Republic of Rwanda since 1990.

DirectAid- Rwanda Office is currently seeking qualified individuals to fill the following position:

Position: Director of Studies

LOCATION: AL-SAFWA KIRAMURUZI

Key Responsibilities

1. Leadership & Coordination

• Meet weekly with the School Principal.
• Lead academic planning, including assigning duties to teachers.
• Develop teaching timetables and academic meeting agendas.
• Be involved in hiring, induction, appraisal, and professional development of teaching staff.
• Coordinate quarterly Academic Committee Meetings.

2. Curriculum & Instruction

• Choose, evaluate, and oversee curriculum implementation.
• Develop lesson plans and schemes of work with teachers.
• Promote high teaching standards and instructional practices.
• Implement initiatives to enhance learning experiences.
• Stay updated with national and global educational developments.
• Regularly review curriculum policies.

3. Monitoring & Evaluation

• Supervise student evaluation and progress tracking.
• Conduct classroom observations and work scrutiny.
• Ensure use of school systems for assessment and reporting.
• Provide data analysis after exams and for student promotion decisions.

4. Communication & Engagement

• Meet with parents regarding student learning concerns.
• Organize special events and school-wide academic activities.
• Promote the school’s Vision and Mission.
• Liaise with other schools and organize academic competitions and fairs.

5. Technology Integration

• Work closely with ICT staff to integrate technology into teaching.

6. School Development & Policy

• Contribute to school-wide improvement planning.
• Maintain effective operational systems and procedures.
• Participate in whole-school development initiatives.
• Attend courses and conferences for continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Experience

Requirements:

• Passion to serve and work hard;
• Self-disciplined and teachable;
• Experience as a teacher;
• Passion to see students and staff reach their full potential;

Knowledge and Skills:

• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
• Familiar with Rwandan curriculum and education system details;
• Fluent in English and Kinyarwanda;
• Able to communicate in French;
• Able to motivate others;
• Familiar with various learning styles, teaching techniques, and ways of evaluation
• Ability to unlearn and be trained contemporary approaches in education;

Preferences:

• University degree in Education and qualified teacher status in Rwanda;
• Previous experience in positions of leadership in a school setting;
• Experience in training others;

• Experience with supervising others;
• Professional knowledge and understanding of effective instructional strategies;
• Must have excellent knowledge of health and safety, child protection;
• Must have experience of effective planning, monitoring assessment, tracking, and record-keeping, promoting high-quality teaching and learning.

How to Apply: 

Interested candidates should submit their updated CV/resume and application letter outlining their qualifications and suitability for the position to this email: kigali000ama@gmail.com or rwanda.hr@direct-aid.org

Please ensure to indicate “Your Name and Position or Job title” in the subject line of the email or application.

Deadline for Applications: 11^th August 2025

Note: Directed is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds, all genders and those living with disabilities. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Thank you for your interest in joining the DirectAid- Rwanda Office team