IB World School Director - Strategy, Growth & Community

Stift-Stockholm-International-School; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Stockholm International School seeks a Director responsible for leadership, strategy and operational management, balancing educational excellence with financial discipline and community cohesion. The successful candidate will lead strategic planning, drive enrolment growth, oversee IB outcomes, and engage with international stakeholders.

A six-month probationary period applies for a permanent contract; applications must be in English.

Qualifications

• Proven senior leadership experience in IB and/or international school.
• Deep commitment to academic excellence and community wellbeing.
• Experience engaging with international stakeholders.
• Understanding of regulatory environments and accreditation.
• Ability to work with Board and parent community.
• Knowledge of digital strategy and AI implications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the current approved strategic plan with stakeholders.
• Lead and unify the community across campuses.
• Drive enrolment growth to optimise capacity.
• Strengthen academic excellence and IB outcomes.
• Strengthen visibility and positioning in Stockholm and internationally.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting and operational performance.
• Build collaborative, high-performing faculty culture.
• Engage with diplomatic, corporate and public stakeholders.
• Govern with Board and key stakeholder groups, including the parent community.

Skills

Senior leadership

Strategic leadership

Financial acumen

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Pedagogy and teacher education

Job description

Stockholm International School seeks a Director responsible for leadership, strategy and operational management, balancing educational excellence with financial discipline and community cohesion. The successful candidate will lead strategic planning, drive enrolment growth, oversee IB outcomes, and engage with international stakeholders.

A six-month probationary period applies for a permanent contract; applications must be in English.