School Operations Manager at Millie’s British International School (MBIS)

Millie’s British International school was established in September, 2018. We are situated in the prime residential area of Idi-Ishin, Jericho, which is within easy travel distance in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. Our very attractive school building provides a perfect learning environment for our students who are drawn from Jericho and its neighbouring areas; we are also now attracting pupils from Iyaganku, Oluyole and Bodija axis too. The school’s families reflect the diversity of the area, including economic and social. Our current enrolment is encouraging, with high enrolments expected to be maintained in the immediate future.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: School Operations Manager

Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary 

• We are seeking an experienced, highly organised, mature and proactive professional to join our leadership team as School Operations Manager.
• This is a senior operational leadership role responsible for the effective day-to-day running of our Nursery and Primary School.
• The successful candidate will oversee admissions, administration, staff coordination, parent relations and operational systems, working closely with the CEO/Curriculum Director to ensure the school operates efficiently, professionally and in line with its values and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the daily operations of the school.
• Manage admissions, enquiries and pupil enrolment processes.
• Coordinate administrative systems and maintain accurate records.
• Supervise administrative staff, ensuring high professional standards.
• Monitor staff attendance, punctuality and compliance with school policies and procedures.
• Serve as a key point of contact for parents, visitors and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate school events, meetings and operational activities.
• Support recruitment, induction and staff documentation processes.
• Oversee facilities management and operational logistics.
• Ensure the effective implementation of school policies and procedures.
• Prepare weekly operational reports for school leadership.
• Contribute to school growth through excellent service delivery and effective admissions management.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised institution.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in school administration and operations, educational management, admissions management or a similar leadership role.
• Previous management experience working in a Nursery, Primary or Secondary School.
• Proven ability to manage people, systems and processes effectively.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement, maintain confidentiality and work independently.
• High levels of professionalism, integrity and accountability.
• Competence in Microsoft Office and digital administrative systems.

Desirable:

• Experience managing admissions and parent relations.
• Experience supervising teams and driving operational improvement.
• Familiarity with international or British curriculum schools.
• The successful candidate may also be eligible for performance-based incentives linked to operational excellence, parent satisfaction, administrative effectiveness and agreed school improvement targets, together with annual salary reviews based on performance and contribution to the school’s growth and development.

Salary
N250,000 - N300,000 per month (depending on experience).

Application Closing Date
15th June, 2026.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Applications to: eyfsrecruitment@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the email.

• Ap plications should include the following:
• An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• A recent professional passport photograph.
  A handwritten statement  of not more than two pages explaining:
  • Why you are interested in the role.
  • Your relevant experience in school operations, administration or management.
  • Examples of how you have improved systems, strengthened accountability or enhanced organisational effectiveness.
  • Why you believe you are the right candidate for this position.

• A two to three-minute video introduction covering:
  • Your professional background.
  • Your experience managing people, systems and operations.
  • Why you would be an asset to our school community.

Note:

• Only applicants who submit all the required application documents will be considered.
• The recruitment process may include written assessments, practical exercises, reference checks and multiple interview stages.