School Administrator

School Administrator oversees daily school administrative and operational functions, requires a relevant Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 5 years experience in administration (including 2+ years in a supervisory role). Full-time role in Ruiru-Kamakis.

Department: Administration

Lelani School is seeking a highly organised, proactive, experienced, and results-driven School Administrator to oversee daily administrative operations, coordinate admissions, strengthen parent relations, and provide effective support to school leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• School Administration & Daily Operations: Oversee administrative systems, records, and daily school operations.

• School Compliance & Regulatory Requirements: Coordinate regulatory approvals, licensing, safeguarding, data protection, safety standards, and policy compliance.

• Admissions, Lead Conversion, and Enrolment Management: Manage admissions, lead conversion, and learner enrolment targets.

• Parent Relations & Customer Service: Personally attend to parent enquiries, manage communication, resolve concerns, and ensure excellent service delivery.

• Support Staff Management: Supervise support staff, coordinate duties, and monitor performance.

• School Events & Logistics: Coordinate the school calendar, events, educational trips, and logistics.

• Executive Support & Reporting: Coordinate leadership priorities, timely reports, stakeholder engagement, and follow-ups.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Office Management, Education Management, or a related field.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in administration, including at least two years in a supervisory or coordination role, preferably within a private school.

• Proven experience in school administration, admissions, and parent relations.

• Proficiency in SmartShule or similar school management systems.

• Excellent communication, organisational, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong computer literacy, reporting, and records management skills.

• Ability to multitask, solve problems, meet deadlines, and work independently.

• High levels of integrity, professionalism, discretion, and accountability.

• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results with minimal supervision.

• Qualification or professional training in Human Resource Management. (Added advantage)

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application letter, detailed CV, relevant academic and professional certificates, and contacts of three referees to: info@lelanischool.sc.ke

Email Subject: Application – School Administrator

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.