Principal

Position: Principal
Location: Antananarivo, Madagascar
Contract start: flexible (preferably beginning of 2027)
School Opening: September 2027
Employment: Full-time

We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and visionary Principal to lead the establishment and launch of a new school in Antananarivo, with its official opening planned for September 2027.

This is a unique opportunity to join the school at its founding stage and play a central role in shaping its academic vision, educational standards, team, operations, and learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

The Principal will be responsible for leading and coordinating the preparation of the school for its official opening, including:

1. School Planning & Opening

• Lead the overall planning and organization of the school's opening in September 2027: roadmap, timeline, and operational plan.

2. Recruitment & Academic Team

• Design the academic organizational structure of the school.

• Recruit, interview, and help select qualified teachers and academic staff.

• Develop staff induction, training, evaluation, and professional development processes.

3. School Building & Learning Environment

• Provide educational input into the building design, classroom layout, student and staff flow, learning spaces, furniture, equipment, and overall functionality of the school.

• Ensure that the physical environment supports modern, effective, and student-centered learning.

4. Curriculum & Accreditation

• Lead the development of the school's academic program and curriculum framework.

• Manage the process of obtaining international curriculum accreditation, with a preference for a UK-based curriculum and, ideally, Cambridge accreditation.

• Ensure that the school's academic policies, staffing, facilities, resources, and teaching standards meet the requirements for accreditation.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for an individual who is:

• An experienced school leader, Principal, Vice Principal, Head of School, or senior academic leader.

• Experienced in curriculum development and academic management.

• Familiar with British/UK education systems, preferably with experience with Cambridge International.

• Strong in strategic planning, organization, communication, and leadership.

• Committed to high academic standards, student development, and a positive school culture.

• Fluent in English; knowledge of French and/or Malagasy would be an advantage.

Application

Interested candidates are invited to submit:

• A CV

• A cover letter explaining their interest in the position and relevant experience

• References or contact details of previous employers, if available