RFIS Director Job Description

Introduction
RFIS is seeking a Christian school administrator with excellent interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills in addition to extensive cross-cultural understanding to lead a multicultural staff and student body on a beautiful, large, tranquil campus. The ideal candidate will have an international mindset, and with the collaboration and support of a very experienced staff, will have the freedom to lead the school and expand its scope in a cross-cultural community.

Requirements:

• A sincere and growing personal faith in Christ and commitment to the great commission.
• Agreement with the school’s statement of faith.
• Multicultural / cross-cultural experience (ability in French is desirable but not required)
• At least 5 years of experience in an international school, preferably in both teaching and administration.
• Master’s degree in Educational Administration or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Willingness to raise financial support and serve under the care of an approved Christian mission organization with a presence in Cameroon.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, promote, and evaluate programs and activities that ensure students and faculty meet academic standards and provide a great working environment.
• Work with a healthy, well-functioning board to implement board policies and operational
• policies that stay within board guidelines.
• Identify and help recruit for staffing needs.
• Manage the operations of the school and financial reporting.
• Encourage professional development and identify assignments for staff.
• Communicate clearly with staff, parents, students, school board, and community

Application Requirements:

• CV / Resume
• Christian testimony
• 2 professional and 2 personal references (one from the applicant’s pastor)
• Criminal background reference check

Initial Contact for Applicants
Kevin Bradford (dir-hr_cameroon@sil.org)