School Principal - Fixed Term- Area Office Nablus- For Internal Candidates only- 3 Vacancies- Grade
Organizational Context
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) is a UN body established in 1949 to assist and protect approximately 5.8 million registered Palestine refugees across the Middle East. With over 30,000 staff, it is the largest UN operation in the region, providing essential services in education, health, relief, and infrastructure. This role reports to the Area Education Officer and supervises professional and general services staff.
Job Purpose
The School Principal is responsible for leading and managing the delivery of quality inclusive education services within an assigned school, adhering to UNRWA policies and practices. This involves fostering professional development for all staff by evaluating training needs, supporting school-based development, and overseeing performance. The role also focuses on creating effective communication channels with parents and the community to ensure collaborative monitoring of education quality. Additionally, the principal manages school operations, including registration, record-keeping, budgeting, financial management, and resource utilization, while cultivating a safe, secure, and inclusive learning environment. The position emphasizes monitoring and evaluation practices to maximize student potential.
Responsibilities
The School Principal is tasked with leading ongoing professional development for all school staff, assessing training needs, and facilitating both internal and external training opportunities. This includes overseeing staff performance management. A key responsibility is managing the delivery of high-quality, inclusive education services in alignment with UNRWA policies. The role also involves developing and maintaining effective communication with parents and the community to support educational goals. Operational management includes overseeing pupil registration, record-keeping, EMIS data entry, school budgeting, financial management, and resource allocation according to UNRWA procedures. Furthermore, the principal is responsible for establishing and maintaining an inclusive, safe, and effective learning environment, and ensuring robust monitoring and assessment practices for all students to enhance their potential.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of satisfactory teaching experience is required. Experience in various outside activities, including teaching, training, and voluntary work, is noted. Residency and a valid ID for the West Bank or Jerusalem are desirable.
Skills
Proficiency in standard PC applications. Commitment to and understanding of education and leadership theories and practices. Knowledge of UN values, UNRWA rules, policies, and practices. Core competencies include Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Communication, Working with People, and Drive for Results. Functional competencies include Coping with Pressure and Setbacks, Leading and Supervising, Learning and Researching, Relating and Networking, and Following Instructions and Procedures.