Student Enrichment, Associate (Athi River Schools)

Nova Pioneer is looking for a rockstar to serve as a Student Enrichment, Associate at our Athi River Schools who will be ready to start in January 2026.

You will be responsible for developing and leading our student enrichment model alongside the Principal, school leadership, teaching and student affairs’ teams.

In addition you will build relationships with teammates, consultants and parents to facilitate a robust student enrichment programme.

Moreover, you will play a lead role in developing our students’ character, connections and capabilities thereby setting them up for unparalleled success in life.

This is an opportunity to help create a transformative school model with the future of Africa’s youth at stake.

Disclaimer : Nova Pioneer does not charge any fee to process your application.

ABOUT NOVA PIONEER Imagine a world in which every young person across Africa attends a school that truly sets them up for success in the 21st century.

A school that cares about individual students and allows them to explore the world around them.

A school that focuses more on developing skills than on memorizing content.

At Nova Pioneer, we have done more than just imagine this future, we are bringing it to life.

Nova Pioneer is a pan-African, independent network of schools offering high quality, accessible education from pre-primary through secondary school.

Nova Pioneer uses a unique, enquiry-based learning approach that encourages students to ask “why” instead of telling them the “what”.

It allows them to form their own thinking through exploration, investigation and collaboration.

Nova Pioneer currently has 16 schools in South Africa and Kenya with a vision to launch 100 schools and reach tens of thousands of students across the African continent in the next decade.

To learn more visit www.novapioneer.com.

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 HOW TO APPLY Does working at Nova Pioneer excite you?

If so, then apply now!

To apply, please complete the form on the right hand side of this page.

We cannot process applications that are emailed to us.

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There are a series of stages in the Nova Pioneer interview process and candidates will be moved forward in the process depending on their success in the previous stage.

The process is as follows : Phone interview : a short conversation to understand your skills and experience a little better.

Practical demonstration of what you can do : you will complete a written task or a demonstration related to the role you are applying for.

Teachers sit an assessment and deliver a lesson to a class.

Final interview : you’ll have a final conversation with the hiring manager before decisions are made.

WORKING AT NOVA PIONEER Nova Pioneer is a place where our people experience tremendous growth, fast!

We invest heavily in the growth of our people because it leads to greater mastery in both us and our students.

“Novaneers” work harder and work longer hours than at most schools but as a result, the growth they experience is extraordinary.

We offer consistent and ongoing professional development and provide clear career pathways that ensure that our people are always achieving their personal and professional best.

Nova Pioneer has a highly energetic, entrepreneurial environment where our people get to bring their creative and innovative ideas to life.

We look for people who are flexible and who are able to adapt and respond quickly to adversity with a positive, can-do attitude (there are no problems, only solutions!).

We welcome challenges and roll with the punches because it makes us, and our students, better.

There is no problem too big for us!

We work hard but we also have a lot of fun together.

We bring infectious energy and enthusiasm to everything we do because joy fuels the hardest work and learning.

Read more about our culture principles here Nova Pioneer will never request an application fee from candidates.

If you are contacted with a request to pay a fee from someone claiming to be a Nova Pioneer Talent or Recruitment representative, please do not pay them and report it to us immediately on talent.ke@novapioneer.com or talent.sa@novapioneer.com .

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