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School Principal
2026-05-28T15:02:10+00:00
The Learning Ladder
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FULL_TIME
Lusaka
Lusaka
10101
Zambia
Education, and Training
Management, Education, Teachers & Education
ZMW
MONTH
2026-06-27T17:00:00+00:00
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An International School is seeking an experienced, visionary, and results-oriented professional to join our team as School Principal. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership, oversee the school’s operations, and promote academic excellence while fostering a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment. Open to Local and International Candidates.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide overall leadership and management of the school’s academic and administrative functions.
  • Lead, motivate, and mentor teaching and non-teaching staff to ensure high performance and professional growth.
  • Develop and implement effective academic and extracurricular programs that support student achievement and holistic development.
  • Ensure compliance with Ministry of Education regulations, school policies, and quality assurance standards.
  • Promote a culture of excellence in teaching, learning, discipline, and student welfare.
  • Manage school operations, budgeting, and resource allocation efficiently and responsibly.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with parents, the community, and education stakeholders.
  • Oversee curriculum planning, implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Handle disciplinary and conflict-resolution matters professionally and fairly.
  • Stay informed on current educational trends, innovations, and best practices to enhance school performance.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field (Master’s Degree is an added advantage).
  • Minimum of five (5) years teaching experience, with five (5) years minimum experience as a school Principal preferred.
  • Valid teaching qualification/license recognized by the Ministry of Education in Zambia.
  • Proven leadership and team management skills within an educational environment.
  • Strong understanding of curriculum development and implementation for primary and/or secondary education.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and conflict-management abilities.
  • High level of professionalism, integrity, and emotional intelligence.
  • Experience with school administration systems and educational technology is an added advantage.
  • Ability to foster an inclusive, collaborative, and student-centered school culture.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Provide overall leadership and management of the school’s academic and administrative functions.
  • Lead, motivate, and mentor teaching and non-teaching staff to ensure high performance and professional growth.
  • Develop and implement effective academic and extracurricular programs that support student achievement and holistic development.
  • Ensure compliance with Ministry of Education regulations, school policies, and quality assurance standards.
  • Promote a culture of excellence in teaching, learning, discipline, and student welfare.
  • Manage school operations, budgeting, and resource allocation efficiently and responsibly.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with parents, the community, and education stakeholders.
  • Oversee curriculum planning, implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Handle disciplinary and conflict-resolution matters professionally and fairly.
  • Stay informed on current educational trends, innovations, and best practices to enhance school performance.
  • Proven leadership and team management skills within an educational environment.
  • Strong understanding of curriculum development and implementation for primary and/or secondary education.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and conflict-management abilities.
  • High level of professionalism, integrity, and emotional intelligence.
  • Ability to foster an inclusive, collaborative, and student-centered school culture.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field (Master’s Degree is an added advantage).
  • Minimum of five (5) years teaching experience, with five (5) years minimum experience as a school Principal preferred.
  • Valid teaching qualification/license recognized by the Ministry of Education in Zambia.
  • Experience with school administration systems and educational technology is an added advantage.
bachelor degree
12
JOB-6a1858f232102

Vacancy title:
School Principal

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Management, Education, Teachers & Education]

Jobs at:
The Learning Ladder

Deadline of this Job:
Saturday, June 27 2026

Duty Station:
Lusaka | Lusaka

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, May 28 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

An International School is seeking an experienced, visionary, and results-oriented professional to join our team as School Principal. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership, oversee the school’s operations, and promote academic excellence while fostering a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment. Open to Local and International Candidates.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide overall leadership and management of the school’s academic and administrative functions.
  • Lead, motivate, and mentor teaching and non-teaching staff to ensure high performance and professional growth.
  • Develop and implement effective academic and extracurricular programs that support student achievement and holistic development.
  • Ensure compliance with Ministry of Education regulations, school policies, and quality assurance standards.
  • Promote a culture of excellence in teaching, learning, discipline, and student welfare.
  • Manage school operations, budgeting, and resource allocation efficiently and responsibly.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with parents, the community, and education stakeholders.
  • Oversee curriculum planning, implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Handle disciplinary and conflict-resolution matters professionally and fairly.
  • Stay informed on current educational trends, innovations, and best practices to enhance school performance.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field (Master’s Degree is an added advantage).
  • Minimum of five (5) years teaching experience, with five (5) years minimum experience as a school Principal preferred.
  • Valid teaching qualification/license recognized by the Ministry of Education in Zambia.
  • Proven leadership and team management skills within an educational environment.
  • Strong understanding of curriculum development and implementation for primary and/or secondary education.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and conflict-management abilities.
  • High level of professionalism, integrity, and emotional intelligence.
  • Experience with school administration systems and educational technology is an added advantage.
  • Ability to foster an inclusive, collaborative, and student-centered school culture.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure
Interested in applying for this job? Click here to submit your application now.

Interested candidates should submit the following;

  • Application letter
  • Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Copies of academic and professional qualifications
  • Copy of teaching license/certification
  • Contact details of at least three professional referees

*Note* : These documents should be one (1) PDF Document.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Deadline is 27th June, 2026

To apply, please send your application

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Job Info
Job Category: Management jobs in Zambia
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Saturday, June 27 2026
Duty Station: Lusaka | Lusaka
Posted: 28-05-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 28-05-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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