Student Enrichment, Associate (Athi River Schools) at Nova Pioneer

ABOUT THE ROLE

Key responsibilities for the role include:

Student Enrichment Leadership & Strategy


Provide leadership and management of the Student Connections Programme aimed at developing students' character, capabilities and connections through exposure to local, regional and global events.
Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Student Enrichment Programme across both Cambridge and CBE campuses.
Ensure alignment to Nova Pioneer's culture principles and student experience priorities.
Develop annual enrichment calendars, strategic plans, and budgets.


Clubs Management (Across CBE & Cambridge)


Coordinate all clubs (scheduling, space allocation, recruitment of patrons/vendors, onboarding and offboarding of patrons/vendors, preparation of objectives, sign-up, sign up confirmations, awards/certificates, budgeting, reporting, etc.)
Coordinate all clubs: scheduling, space allocation, sign-ups, confirmations, onboarding and offboarding patrons/vendors.
Oversee preparation of club objectives, session plans, attendance tracking, and end-of-term showcases.
Manage special billing with accuracy and fidelity
Conduct club walkthroughs, observation and feedback cycles and 1:1 with club patrons/matrons.
Ensure quality assurance and strong value-for-money across all clubs.
Create quality communication on outcomes for clubs.
Lead the planning and coordination of the Club Experience for Parents.


Sports, Arts & Competitions


Identify, prepare, and guide students for participation in internal and external competitions, including sports, music, drama, debating, STEM, scouting, and other talent arenas.
Support the development of competitive school teams and cultivate a culture of school spirit and pride.


Trips & Events Leadership


Lead the planning, logistics, safety, and execution of all school trips (curricular, co-curricular, local, regional).
Plan and run campus-wide events with High Expectations such as:

Student festivals
Talent shows
Sports days
Career days
Prize-giving ceremonies
Cultural days
Graduations


Ensure all trips and events are well communicated, well staffed, well documented, and aligned to Nova's culture and safety expectations..


Professional Development for Teammates


Plan and facilitate PD sessions for teachers and non-instructional staff on enrichment programming (clubs, games, competitions, student engagement).
Strengthen coaching, systems, and clarity for staff leading enrichment components.


Leadership & Vendor Management


Manage all direct reports (sports/PE coaches, club patrons, music teachers, interns).
Recruit, onboard, supervise, and evaluate external enrichment vendors and partners.


Operations, Communication & Administration


Maintain accurate records, rosters, inventories, and reports for enrichment activities.
Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders—students, parents, staff, and vendors.
Prepare termly and annual reports on enrichment outcomes, participation, and impact.


Culture & Student Experience


Champion Nova Pioneer's culture principles across all enrichment spaces.
Ensure safe, inclusive, joyful, and structured student experiences.
Support interdisciplinary student life initiatives in collaboration with Deputy School Leaders, Deans and Associate Deans.


All Hands on Deck" Responsibilities


Support school-wide events, emergencies, and special initiatives as required.
Represent the student enrichment function in leadership meetings and planning sessions.


ABOUT YOU

Skills and Qualifications required


You have a Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences, Communication or Education
Masters degree is not compulsory but will be an added advantage.
You have a strong record of leading students to successful participation in inter-school competitions preferably up to the national level and beyond. E.g. in drama, music, STEM, debating, sports, scouting, etc.
You have excellent interpersonal and leadership skills that encompass trust and respect
You have excellent communication and people management skills
You are flexible, adaptable, innovative and creative
You understand the complexities of working in a fast-paced, multi-faceted organization
You have a passion for students and student competitions
You have high energy levels and are known for producing great results with students
You are excited about our organizational culture—and in particular, you are fired up to challenge yourself by embracing mutual vulnerability and a firehose of feedback
You have a desire to further develop your learning design skills and apply them to transform the lives of African youth