Vice Principal

Job Description

Title: Vice Principal

Company Name: Muslim Hands International

Vacancy: --

Age: At most 40 years

Job Location: Gazipur

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• At least 5 years

• At least 5 years

• Age At most 40 years

Education:

• Master’s Degree in Education or a related field. B.Ed/ M.Ed is highly desirable.

Experience:

• Minimum 7 years of teaching experience and 4-5 years’ experience in a school leadership role.

Skills:

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate diverse teams.

• Expertise in curriculum development, staff supervision, and student affairs.

• Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work effectively with diverse communities.

• Maintain Strong Policy Compliance.

Personal Attributes:

• Deeply committed to the values of Islamic education, empathetic, approachable and a role model for students and staff.

• Demonstrates integrity, resilience and a passion for social impact.

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position with occasional evening and weekend work required for school events, parent meetings, or community initiatives.

• Ability to handle high-pressure situations, make critical decisions, and resolve conflicts in the best interest of the school community.

• Work environment may include both office-based administrative tasks and active engagement in classrooms, school events, and community settings.

• Promote values of honesty, respect, gender equity and inclusiveness within the learning environment.

Job Summary:

Muslim Hands is a UK-registered international relief and development NGO, established in 1993 in response to the Bosnian crisis. Since then, it has grown into a global humanitarian organization delivering emergency aid and long-term development programs in over 32 countries.

Muslim Hands has been operating in Bangladesh since 1995, focusing on improving the lives of vulnerable communities through interventions in Education, Health, Food Security, Livelihoods, Shelter, WASH, Religious Infrastructure and Emergency Relief.

Muslim Hands Gulzar Bahar Khanam (Rh.) School of Excellence, Gazipur, a part of our Education Programme is currently seeking a motivated and dedicated Vice Principal to join our academic team. The selected candidate will support the Principal in driving the institution’s vision of delivering transformative education and ensure the smooth execution of daily operations, maintain academic excellence and foster a holistic educational environment that promotes both intellectual and personal growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Academic Leadership:

• Support the Principal in the strategic development, implementation and continuous improvement of the school’s academic curriculum and programs, ensuring alignment with educational standards and the mission of Muslim Hands International.

• Ensure high teaching standards are maintained across all subjects and grade levels through regular classroom observations, curriculum reviews and teacher collaboration.

• Ensure the implementation of school policies related to assessment, examination and student performance monitoring.

• Assist in conducting regular teacher evaluations and providing constructive feedback to promote professional growth.

Student Affairs:

• Address student discipline issues promptly and fairly, ensuring a safe, respectful and supportive learning environment that aligns with the school’s values.

• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to identify students requiring additional academic, emotional or mental health support and coordinate appropriate interventions.

• Ensure Islamic values are integrated into daily activities and curricula.

• Lead and expand student programs and initiatives that promote extracurricular involvement, including sports, arts, leadership opportunities and community service, to encourage well-rounded development.

• Develop and implement student leadership programs to empower students to take active roles in the school community and beyond.

• Facilitate student-led initiatives, such as clubs to promote leadership, teamwork and civic engagement.

• Collaborate closely with the Programme Associate to align educational programs, extracurricular activities, and community initiatives aligning with the mission of Muslim Hands International.

Staff Supervision & Development:

• Supervise teaching and non-teaching staff, ensuring adherence to school policies and professional standards.

• Assist in the recruitment and hiring of new staff members.

• Organize and facilitate professional development sessions, workshops, and training programs to enhance teaching methodologies, classroom management, and administrative skills.

• Serve as a liaison between the staff and the Principal, addressing concerns, fostering open communication and promoting a collaborative work environment.

Administrative Duties:

• Assist the Principal in preparing and managing the school’s budget, ensuring financial resources are used efficiently.

• Oversee daily administrative operations, including scheduling, record-keeping and facility management.

• Participate in school committee meetings and contribute to decision-making regarding school policies and initiatives.

• Act as the Principal’s representative in their absence, ensuring that school operations continue smoothly.

Community and Parent Engagement:

• Foster positive and proactive relationships with parents, guardians, and the broader community to build trust and collaboration.

• Organize and lead parent-teacher meetings, workshops, and community events to strengthen communication and engagement between the school and families.

• Encourage community involvement and seek partnerships that benefit the school and its students.

• Develop outreach programs to raise awareness of the school’s mission and impact, promoting community support and involvement in school initiatives.

• Act as a school ambassador in community forums, advocating for equitable education and the empowerment of marginalized students.

Islamic Values and Culture:

• Ensure that the school adheres to Islamic principles in its policies, programs and activities.

• Collaborate with the Qur’an and Islamic Studies teachers to develop programs that promote Islamic character and moral education.

• Organize and oversee Islamic events, celebrations and charity initiatives within the school.

Gender Equality Commitments

MHI Foster an environment that supports values of women and men, and equal access to information and provide a work environment where women and men must be evaluated and promoted based on their skills and performance. We respect beneficiaries' women, men, children (boys and girls) regardless of gender, sex orientation, disability, religion, race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, or marital status and value and respect all cultures.

Safeguarding Commitments

The appointee must perform his/her duties in accordance with the Muslim Hands International Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy and remain alert and responsive to any child and adult safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the child and adult safeguarding policy and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Safeguarding Policy. Board of Trustee and SMT have all the right to take any decision in case of violation of the policy. Adhere school's safeguarding and child protection policies.