Pakistan Embassy College Beijing (PECB), invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced and professionally competent individuals, between the ages of 45-50 years, for the position of PRINCIPAL. The position is in an International School and the Principal will report to the Board of Governors.  

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants must possess:

· at least a Master’s degree from a recognized university. Higher qualifications in Education, Educational Leadership, School Administration or a related field will be preferred.

· sound knowledge of academic leadership, curriculum planning, assessment and reporting systems in an English medium institution.

· familiarity with international curricula, preferably Cambridge, together with knowledge of Pakistani curriculum streams.

· excellent written and spoken English, strong administrative and interpersonal skills, and sound working knowledge of educational technology and school management systems.

· the ability to provide strategic, instructional and operational leadership in a multicultural and internationally oriented educational environment.

· sound understanding of contemporary educational practices, child protection, inclusive teaching approaches, student wellbeing, and data-informed decision-making.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

Applicants must have:

· at least seven (07) years’ service in senior school leadership roles, including substantial responsibility as Principal, Vice Principal or Head of School in a reputed English medium institution, preferably abroad.

· a strong record of academic and instructional leadership, including oversight of curriculum implementation, lesson delivery, assessment practices, reporting systems, student achievement, intervention programmes and whole-school improvement initiatives.

· demonstrated ability to lead staff and manage human resource functions, including recruitment, induction, mentoring, appraisal, professional development and performance management of teaching and administrative staff.

· established ability to maintain effective parent, community and stakeholder relations, including communication with parents, resolution of concerns in a professional manner, and representation of the school before embassies, external organizations and the wider community.

· solid administrative exposure covering the management of daily school operations, timetabling, facilities, health and safety, admissions, examinations, records management, and liaison with local authorities and accreditation bodies.

· working knowledge of financial oversight and resource management, including direction and leadership in budget planning, financial forecasting, cost control, efficient allocation of resources and institutional planning.

COMPETENCIES:

The candidate should demonstrate:

· professionalism, integrity and sound judgment in the discharge of academic, administrative and leadership responsibilities;

· strong instructional leadership and commitment to academic excellence, student learning, wellbeing, and innovative student-centred teaching and learning;

· ability to foster a safe, inclusive and supportive school culture, and to work effectively in a disciplined, multicultural and internationally oriented environment;

· strong communication, interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to build constructive relationships and represent the school professionally in official settings;

· proven capacity in staff development, team leadership, performance management and conflict resolution;

· sound analytical, financial and operational acumen, with the ability to use data, systems and resources effectively to support planning and school improvement; and

· commitment to continuous professional development and current best practices in international education.

Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo interview, leadership presentation and medical check-up.

In addition to the salary, free semi-furnished accommodation and medical care for self and family (spouse and two children) will be provided.

Interested candidates may e-mail their applications and detailed CVs together with a one-page self-assessment note outlining reasons, key qualifications and skill set for joining PECB on bog@pakbj.org by 08 September 2026.

Please write the subject field of your e-mail as ‘Your Name- Application for the Post of Principal.’ Please do not attach copies of testimonials, degrees, certificates or experience letters with the initial application. Apply through e-mail only. Paper applications are discouraged. Applications sent after the closing date will not be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

SECRETARY BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Pakistan Embassy College Beijing

c/o Director (China), Ministry of Foreign Affairs,

Islamabad.