Chief Operating Officer
Doha College
Qatar
- Expired
- Salary:
- Attractive, tax-free salary
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 11 September 2022
Job overview
About us
With an exceptional reputation spanning over 40 years in Qatar, Doha College has a proud history of educational excellence based on strong values. The school is truly international, operating on a not-for-profit basis with its community at the centre. We offer the well-balanced, all-embracing English National Curriculum for children aged 3–18, with a 6-form entry Primary and 10-form entry Secondary school.
At Doha College, students develop a balanced understanding of the world around them, learning to be considerate of others and acquiring skills that will serve them well as global citizens. We nurture the ability to listen, consider other perspectives, form opinions and have the confidence to stand up and be heard.
Proud of our outstanding achievements in academia, sport and the arts, our state-of-the-art campus and exceptional teaching team reflect our unwavering pursuit of excellence in all forms.
Fully accredited by BSO, BSME and CIS, our consistently outstanding examination results, along with a High Performance Learning philosophy at its core, identify Doha College as one of the top-performing international schools globally.
As a united and forward-thinking school, Doha College works to offer a relevant and multi-skilled education for its young people.
The opportunity
With a bright future ahead following our move to a state-of-the-art new campus in 2020, this is a unique opportunity to lead a globally recognised high-achieving school and play a pivotal part in its further development and growth.
The successful candidate will be a member of the College’s Leadership Group and will be responsible for the strategic development of the School. The individual will monitor the College Development Plan, ensuring that teaching and learning and the general education standards are of the highest level and be responsible for managing and leading the College’s non-teaching functions, ensuring that they effectively support the school in attaining its aims and objectives.
About you
The successful candidate will support the Principal and Board of Governors in further developing this leading British International School, committed to academic excellence within an anti-racist, diverse, inclusive and equitable organisation. Understanding cultural sensitivities within the Middle East is paramount to being successful in this role.
The Chief Operating Officer will exert a dynamic and seminal influence at every level, demonstrating leadership qualities of the highest order to ensure that students, through the high expectations they have of themselves, unlock their full potential.
Qatar
A combination of old-world hospitality and cosmopolitan sophistication mean that Qatar is a country like no other, and its capital Doha is a city that has something for everyone. Performances, museums and galleries make for a captivating cultural scene; city hotspots such as the busy markets and the waterfront promenade are a great way to spend a day; there is a lively night-life that means that there is plenty to do when the sun goes down; the Pearl Qatar offers luxury and elegance; there are some breath-taking areas of natural beauty, and lovers of sport and adventure can enjoy numerous clubs and activities.
The imminent arrival of the FIFA World Cup in 2022 will make it a very special place to be. Whether you will be looking to move with your family or to come on your own, you are guaranteed a warm welcome.
In return
Our tax-free salary and benefits package is recognised as one of the best in the Middle East. We also have a comprehensive induction and orientation programme, which allows new staff to effectively navigate the challenges that come with an international move. As a school where recruiting and retaining the best staff is paramount, we invest significantly in continuous professional development, provided within the Education Innovation Forum (EIF), our CPD academy.
Apply
For further information on the position or to arrange an informal, confidential conversation, please email recruit@dohacollege.com
To find out more, please visit: www.dohacollege.com/discover/careers
Closing date: 11 September 2022.
We reserve the right to close a position once we have received sufficient applications to form a shortlist. Early application is therefore encouraged.
Doha College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and a criminal records check. Teaching staff will also be subject to a Barred List and Prohibition from Teaching Check.
Doha College is committed to a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse staff body reflects and supports the diversity of our students and wider society and leads to a cognitive diversity, which promotes excellence in all areas.
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About Doha College
About Doha College
As one of the oldest British Schools in Qatar, Doha College boasts a rich history of educational excellence based on firmly embedded values, a passion for learning and an international environment that inspires through its sheer diversity.
Originally opened in 1980, the school continues to operate on a not-for-profit basis under the sponsorship of the British Embassy. It features over 2,600 students aged 3 -18 from 83 different nationalities. We are truly an international school teaching the well-respected British curriculum, offering IGCSE, AS, and A levels in a wide range of subjects.
Benefitting from a 90,000m² state-of-the-art campus that opened in September 2020, we offer cutting-edge facilities and inspiring learning environments that feature dedicated zones for Primary and Secondary, as well as expansive indoor and outdoor sports facilities, drama studios and swimming pools. Our world-class campus allows future generations of Doha College students to thrive and unlock their full potential in an environment that is fit for the learning needs of the 21st century.
Doha College’s salary and benefits package is recognised as one of the best in the Middle East. Our staff receive a generous tax-free salary, a monthly accommodation allowance, an annual flight allowance and a substantial settling-in allowance. We have a comprehensive onboarding and orientation programme, providing support at every step of the process, allowing new staff to navigate the challenges of an international move effectively. Doha College also offers an enormous CPD budget, allowing our staff to multiply their talent and pursue further education and training courses within Qatar and around the world.
A combination of old-world hospitality and cosmopolitan sophistication makes Qatar a country like no other. Its capital, Doha, has something for everyone. Whether you are looking to move with your family or to come on your own, you are guaranteed a warm welcome.
In keeping with our motto, Excellence for All, Excellence from All, we foster outstanding relationships from which students and staff draw their ambition to do well and make a lasting contribution to College life and society as a whole - so why not apply and join our team?
Vision
To enable personal growth, instil a passion for learning and create aspirational minds.
Mission
As a not-for-profit British International School, Doha College develops confidence, creativity and intellectual curiosity in a safe, caring and inclusive environment for our students to make a lasting contribution to global society.
Core Values
- Excellence and Diligence
- Respect and Integrity
- Commitment and Accountability
- Perseverance and Honesty
- Fun and Enjoyment
- Challenge and Reward
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Safeguarding and Child Protection
Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here.
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