Company Administration Associate
\nOrganization:\u00a0Silverleaf Academy LtdLocation:\u00a0Silverleaf Academy Usa River Campus, TanzaniaPosition:\u00a0Company Administration AssociateContract type:\u00a0Full timeLine manager:\u00a0Director of Schools
\nAbout Silverleaf Academy
\nSilverleaf Academy is a growing chain of affordable private pre-primary and primary schools in Tanzania, serving children aged 2\u201314. Its mission is to deliver the highest quality learning at the most affordable price point for lower-middle-income families.
\nThe Academy follows the Tanzanian national curriculum and delivers a tech-enabled, inclusive learning experience powered by team teaching, active student engagement, and continuous in-service teacher training.
\nSilverleaf Academy is committed to developing academic mastery in literacy and numeracy, while also nurturing essential life skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, leadership, and entrepreneurship. These skills help equip students for success in the modern world.
\nRole overview
\nSilverleaf Academy is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and mission-driven\u00a0Company Administration Associate\u00a0to support the Director of Schools and advance the Academy\u2019s strategic growth objectives.<\/p>\n
This role combines high-level administrative management with active involvement in campus expansion initiatives. The Associate will ensure operational excellence within the Director\u2019s office while supporting Silverleaf Academy\u2019s expansion into new regions with precision, professionalism, and integrity.
\nThe position is ideal for a candidate with strong administrative skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced educational environment.
\nKey responsibilities
\nExecutive support
\nThe Company Administration Associate will provide direct administrative and executive support to the Director of Schools. Responsibilities include:<\/p>\n
Managing the Director of Schools\u2019 calendar, meetings, and communication flow.
\nDrafting, reviewing, and responding to official correspondence on behalf of the Director.
\nPreparing meeting agendas, recording accurate minutes, and tracking action items for follow-up.
\nSupporting confidential administrative and leadership matters with professionalism and discretion.<\/p>\n
Administrative management
\nThe role will also involve coordinating key administrative processes across the Academy. Responsibilities include:<\/p>\n
Coordinating leadership meetings, school-wide communications, and key administrative processes.
\nMaintaining efficient filing, record-keeping, and reporting systems.
\nSupporting policy documentation and ensuring compliance across departments.
\nEnsuring timely preparation and submission of internal reports and leadership documentation.<\/p>\n
Expansion and growth support
\nThe Associate will actively support Silverleaf Academy\u2019s expansion and growth initiatives. Responsibilities include:<\/p>\n
Identifying, evaluating, and recommending potential school sites for rental or purchase.
\nLiaising with agents, legal teams, and external consultants during acquisition and set-up processes.
\nSupporting business case development and expansion planning presentations.
\nTracking expansion timelines and ensuring deliverables are met.<\/p>\n
Stakeholder engagement
\nThe role requires effective communication and coordination with internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities include:<\/p>\n
Representing the Director\u2019s office in meetings and external engagements as required.
\nFostering strong working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.
\nEnsuring timely communication and follow-up in expansion-related interactions.<\/p>\n
Process improvement and operational excellence
\nThe Associate will help strengthen systems and improve operational efficiency. Responsibilities include:<\/p>\n
Strengthening administrative systems to improve efficiency and accountability.
\nImplementing tools and tracking systems to support the Director\u2019s productivity and expansion initiatives.
\nProactively identifying opportunities to improve workflow and coordination processes.<\/p>\n
Key requirements
\nApplicants should meet the following requirements:<\/p>\n
2\u20135+ years of experience in administration, operations, or executive support roles.
\nStrong written and spoken English communication skills.
\nHigh digital literacy and proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
\nExcellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
\nAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines independently.
\nStrong interpersonal skills and professional judgment.
\nExperience in education or expansion\/project coordination is an added advantage.<\/p>\n
Key performance indicators
\nAdministration KPIs
\nThe successful candidate will be expected to meet the following administration-related performance indicators:<\/p>\n
100% accuracy and timeliness in managing the Director\u2019s calendar and communication.
\nMeeting agendas and minutes delivered within 24 hours after meetings.
\nTimely completion and filing of administrative documentation with zero compliance gaps.
\nEmail response time within 24 hours.<\/p>\n
Expansion KPIs
\nThe successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to Silverleaf Academy\u2019s expansion targets through the following KPIs:<\/p>\n
Identification of at least 5 viable new campus prospects per week.
\nDelivery of feasibility reviews within 2 weeks of site identification.
\nSuccessful negotiation and onboarding of at least 3 new expansion sites per year.
\n90%+ stakeholder satisfaction rate in expansion-related interactions and projects.<\/p>\n
Silverleaf values
\nAt Silverleaf Academy, values shape how staff teach, lead, and collaborate. All staff are expected to live out these values in daily practice.
\nLead the Way
\nDemonstrate proactive leadership, ownership, and accountability in supporting administrative excellence and expansion growth.
\nSpeak, Listen, and Learn
\nFoster respectful communication and collaboration across teams and stakeholders.
\nAsk Why and Why Not
\nApply critical thinking to systems and processes, while driving innovation and continuous improvement.
\nBuild for the Future
\nContribute to sustainable, long-term growth through careful planning and strategic execution.
\nUnwavering Mission Focus
\nEnsure all actions align with Silverleaf Academy\u2019s commitment to delivering high-quality education and meaningful community impact.
\nSharing is Caring! Click on the Icons Below and Share<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfGGePMG4fe8dlH9xN8MU60E3FZfZeA2SRoFSpj5toPrCdQ4Q\/viewform","_company_name":"Silverleaf Academy Ltd","_company_website":"","_company_tagline":"","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job_listing_region":[11],"job-categories":[],"job-types":[12],"class_list":{"0":"post-3712","1":"job_listing","2":"type-job_listing","3":"status-publish","4":"hentry","5":"job_listing_region-tanzania","7":"job-type-full-time"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/tanzania\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings\/3712","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/tanzania\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/tanzania\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/tanzania\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/tanzania\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3712"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_region","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/tanzania\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_region?post=3712"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/tanzania\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-categories?post=3712"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/tanzania\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-types?post=3712"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}