Overview

Pharo Foundation (“the Foundation”) is a mission-driven, impact-oriented organisation that designs, funds, and operates economic development programmes towards a vibrant, productive, and self-reliant Africa. Over the next decade, our goal is to create maximum impact towards three critical missions:

1. Education: ensure that all students have an opportunity to access a high-quality and affordable education and become productive citizens in a rapidly changing world.

2. Water: ensure that people and communi4es across Africa have access to a safe and affordable source of water.

3. Productivity: eliminate health, financial, and structural barriers to employment and productivity for working people.

Pharo School Homosha was established in 2018 and officially inaugurated on February 29, 2020 on 16 hectares of land with a 240-capacity state-of-the-art full-board girls’ school, located in the Benishangul Gumuz Regional State (BGRS) of Ethiopia. The school is the first of its kind in the region; aiming to offer the best educational and boarding opportunities to bright and driven girls from across the region. Our focus on female education is in recognition of the challenges in accessing education and provide high-quality, empowering, and meaningful education for secondary school-aged young female students in the BGRS, Ethiopia.

We follow the Ethiopian National Curriculum with aspects of international best practice. The school provides a 4-year secondary education and boarding experience to female students. Our small class sizes, well-resourced facility, dedicated team of educators, and small volunteer base accelerate student learning and English skills development, life skills, and career development while building confidence, creativity, and critical thinking skills. The school’s goal is to see each student attain all-round academic and personal development in order to pursue post-secondary education and become a leader and role model.

We are a diverse, multicultural, and passionate organisation, with over 700 employees in Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, and Somaliland. Our headquarters are in Nairobi, Kenya, and we have a liaison office in London, UK, which is home to our parent organisation, Pharo Management.

The Foundation also operates Pharo Ventures which is the for-profit arm of its operations with sustainable businesses in Ethiopia and Somaliland geared towards job creation and economic empowerment.

Position Summary

Are you a dedicated and passionate Laboratory Assistant/Librarian where you can really make a difference? We wish to appoint an outstanding Laboratory Assistant to join us at an exciting stage of development for our School. If you are an aspirational educator who builds strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues and committed to ensuring high standards for student learning; join our talented, energetic, cohesive, and friendly team.

Role: Laboratory Assistant/Librarian

Reporting to: Deputy School Principal

Location: Homosha, BGRS

Functional Relationships: All teaching and non-teaching staff, Academic Coordinators and School Principal.

Key Duties and Responsibilities as Laboratory Assistant

• Assisting science teachers in setting up and preparing laboratory experiments and demonstrations.

• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation in the science laboratory, including proper storage of equipment and chemicals.

• Ensuring the availability of necessary supplies and materials for laboratory activities.

• Assisting students during laboratory sessions, providing guidance on proper techniques and safety procedures.

• Conducting routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment.

• Keeping accurate records of laboratory inventory, usage, and maintenance activities.

• Collaborating with teachers to develop and implement engaging and educational laboratory activities.

Key Duties and Responsibilities as Librarian

• Be available in the library from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on weekdays, supporting and supervising students.

• Managing the school library, including cataloguing, organising, and maintaining the collection of books, periodicals, and other resources.

• Assisting students and staff in locating and accessing information resources for research and academic purposes.

• Developing and implementing library programs and activities to promote reading and literacy skills among students.

• Collaborating with teachers to integrate library resources into the curriculum and support classroom instruction.

• Providing guidance and support to students in developing research skills, information literacy, and critical thinking.

• Organising and facilitating library events, book clubs, and reading initiatives to engage students in the library community.

• Keeping abreast of current trends in library science and educational technology to enhance library services and resources.

 Job Requirements

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in laboratory technology or equivalent required.

• Additional training in library science or equivalent is a plus.

• Prior experience in schools is an advantage.

• Excellent IT and interpersonal communication skills to work closely with students and staff.

• A team player and social character, able to integrate well in the school team and commit to the life on campus in a boarding school.

• Knowledge of current laboratory practices and regulations.

• An aspiration to work in a world-class school with real prospects for enhancing yourcareer.

• The ability to share your outstanding practice.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive remuneration, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

• Fully furnished accommodation and meals (while school is in session).

• Health & Life insurance, provident fund, and pension.

• A variety of opportunities for training.

• Very safe, caring and positive work environment.

Personal Attributes

• Great attention to detail and a flexible approach to work.

• High professional and ethical standards.

• Structured and process oriented.

• Excellent time and project management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities.

• Motivated to learn and perform and not afraid to ask questions.

• Willing to challenge the status quo and add value by introducing positive change.

• Excellent communicator and comfortable to work in a team environment.

• Positive outlook and outgoing personality with solid leadership, interpersonal and diplomatic skills.

 How to Apply:

Application Procedure

We will review completed applications on a rolling basis. In the event that we identify an outstanding candidate early in the process, we reserve the right to appoint before the deadline. For this reason, we encourage interested candidates to apply as early as possible. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we will only contact shortlisted candidates.

Application Requirements

• A detailed CV and cover letter. In your letter, please state where you heard about this position or saw it advertised (e.g., website, LinkedIn, etc.).

• An essay of no more than 500 words outlining: What experience have you gained that makes you the most qualified candidate for the role?

• A one-page list of 4 references with current addresses, phone numbers, and email contacts.

 Interested and qualified applicants can apply online using THIS LINK