Chief Operating Officer (COO) - Group of Schools

Join the International Community Schools (ICS) Group

International Community Schools (ICS) is a leading educational group with multiple branches delivering high -quality international education. We are seeking an experienced, visionary, and results -driven Chief Operating Officer (COO) to oversee and enhance the operational excellence of our schools. The COO will play a key leadership role in ensuring smooth day -to -day operations across all branches while supporting the strategic growth and long -term success of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the overall operations of all school branches within the group
  
• Ensure operational efficiency, compliance, and consistency across academic and administrative functions
  
• Work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to implement strategic initiatives and organizational goals
  
• Monitor and improve operational processes, policies, and systems
  
• Supervise and coordinate departments including Administration, HR, IT, Procurement, Facilities, Transportation, and School Operations
  
• Ensure compliance with ADEK regulations, policies, and educational standards
  
• Develop and implement performance metrics and operational KPIs
  
• Support school leaders in achieving operational and organizational excellence
  
• Manage budgets, resource allocation, and operational planning
  
• Lead large -scale projects, school expansions, technology initiatives, and process improvements
  
• Drive innovation, digital transformation, and operational modernization across the group
  
• Strengthen communication and collaboration between branches and headquarters
  
• Ensure high standards of health, safety, security, and risk management across all campuses
  

Additional Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and operational oversight to the HR, Procurement, Admissions, IT, Media, and Marketing departments across the group.
  
• Develop and implement strategic plans, departmental goals, and operational initiatives in collaboration with the senior management team to support organizational growth and excellence.
  
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, standardization, and automation across operational departments, implementing effective strategies to streamline workflows, improve productivity, and enhance overall organizational performance.
  
• Foster strong cross -departmental collaboration and communication to ensure seamless operations, efficient information sharing, and effective problem -solving while promoting a positive work culture and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  
• Allocate and manage resources, including budgets, personnel, and technology, to support the operational needs of each department, ensuring optimal utilization and adherence to the financial guidelines.
  

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Educational Leadership, Management, or related field
  
• Minimum 10–15 years of senior leadership or operational management experience
  
• Experience within the education sector or multi -site organizations is highly preferred
  
• Strong understanding of school operations, compliance, and organizational management
  
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision -making skills
  
• Proven ability to manage large teams and multiple branches
  
• Strong analytical, strategic planning, and problem -solving abilities
  
• Experience in ERP systems, digital transformation, and operational optimization is an advantage
  
• Ability to work in a fast -paced and dynamic environment
  

Preferred Qualities

• Visionary and strategic mindset
  
• Strong people management and leadership skills
  
• High level of professionalism and integrity
  
• Ability to lead organizational change and continuous improvement
  
• Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities
  

Benefits

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package
  
• Professional and collaborative work environment
  
• Opportunity to lead operations for a growing educational group
  
• Career growth and leadership opportunities
  
• Dynamic and innovative educational environment