School Administrator and Operations Manager

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Leadership role

Growth opportunities

Dynamic environment

Impact on school operations

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a proactive School Administrator and Operations Manager to oversee daily operations of a reputable educational institution. You will manage administrative processes, facilities, budgets, and staff, ensuring a smooth and professional school environment.

The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills to support staff, students, and parents, and to drive operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Education, or a related field.
• Significant experience in school administration or operations management.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong financial acumen and budget management experience.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily school operations, including administrative processes, facilities management, and resource allocation.
• Manage budgets, procurement, and vendor relationships effectively.
• Supervise administrative staff and provide guidance and support.
• Develop and implement school policies and procedures to ensure compliance and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Operations management

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Education, or related field

Significant experience in school administration or operations management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and proactive School Administrator and Operations Manager to oversee the efficient functioning of their institution in Sandton. You will manage a wide range of administrative and operational tasks, ensuring a smooth daily workflow, supporting staff, students, and parents, and maintaining a professional school environment. This leadership role is critical to the overall success and operational effectiveness of the school. We are looking for an individual with strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills to contribute to our commitment to educational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily school operations, including administrative processes, facilities management, and resource allocation.
• Manage budgets, procurement, and vendor relationships effectively.
• Supervise administrative staff and provide guidance and support.
• Develop and implement school policies and procedures to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Serve as a key point of contact for parents, staff, and external stakeholders, resolving inquiries and issues promptly.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Education, or a related field.
• Significant experience in school administration or operations management.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong financial acumen and budget management experience.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• A competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• A leadership role within a reputable educational institution.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and supportive working environment.
• The satisfaction of contributing to the smooth operation of a thriving school.