School Operations Lead

JOB DESCRIPTION – SCHOOL OPERATIONS LEAD

About Us

Established in 2004, we are a chain of schools offering national and international curriculums across 36 schools pan India. With our well-researched curriculum, modern teaching methodologies and wide range of extra-curricular activities and facilities we constantly strive to enthuse our students with fascinating learning experiences every single day.

Role

School Operations Lead

Department

Operations

Designation

Manager - Operations

Band and Grade

M1 / M2

Location

School

Reporting to

Principal

Primary Purpose of the Job

Administrator is responsible for directing the activities of subordinate staff in the coordination and management of various administrative activities for an organization. Administrator is responsible for managing various operations at a facility. The work requires knowledge of the policies, procedures, and regulations of administrative and departmental programs, and supervisory techniques.

Key Responsibilities

Administrator is responsible for directing the activities of subordinate staff in the coordination and management of various administrative activities for a school.

Monitoring budgets with actual expenses to ensure high efficiency at low cost.

Ensuring all the AMC & Contracts are live and Maintenance of Office Premises including AMC, Repair of assets etc.

Transport Management – Regular monitoring bus movement and ensuring safety of students during arrival and dispersal.

Make effective use of all resources available to the department, nurturing the strength and aspirations of existing key personnel.

Handle emergencies & manage crisis.

Vendor Management - Validation and evaluation of vendors. Negotiations, ensuring the services are rendered within the timeline and follow up on their payments.

Supervise, advice and mentor the admin team

Developing and maintaining school administrative activities.

Work with the school’s Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Board in devising strategy.

Supervise, advice and mentor the admin team

Key Interactions

Internal : All Staff

External : Vendors

Desired Qualification

Graduate (B.tech / B.E.) or Postgraduate (PG- Operation / Admin / Facility) from a recognized University in India or abroad

Years of Experience

School Administration experience preferred

Post-graduate / MBA with good communication skills and ability to correspond independently.

Minimum experience of 5 to 8 years in reputed school

Should have prior experience of dealing with Education Department and ICSE / CBSE Boards.

Knowledge of finance and budget essential

Candidates should have a good command over English and good man management skills.

Expected Competencies

Situational Adaptability

Instills trust.

Customer Service

Tech Savvy

Accountability

Result Driven

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Collaboration

Optimizing work processes

Skills and Knowledge

Knowledge of Administration (Facility Management, Canteen, Sickbay, Security, Budgeting, Billing, Events & Functions).

Understanding of budgeting, asset management & compliance.

Proficient in MS Office suite especially MS-Word, MS-Excel, and MS-PowerPoint.