JOB OPPORTUNITY: LANGUAGE TRAINING CENTER MANAGER
Position: LANGUAGE TRAINING CENTER MANAGER.
Location: Kigali
Type: Full-Time.
Experience Required: 5 years of Language Centre Leadership.
Start Date:
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a seasoned Language Training Center Manager to spearhead the establishment and growth of a Language Training Centre in Kigali. This is a high-impact leadership role for a professional with deep experience in language/education marketing, a proven ability to consistently attract students, drive enrolment and expand market reach. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the centre’s identity, establishing long-term excellence and positioning it as a leader in language education.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Centre Establishment & Strategic Leadership
- Lead the establishment and launch of the Language Centre, including design and roll out of training programmes, operational systems and academic strategy.
- Develop long-term plans for growth, sustainability and competitive positioning.
- Introduce innovative programmes that meet diverse learner needs and market demand.
2. Academic Design & Quality Assurance
- Develop and oversee high-quality curricula aligned with CEFR and international standards.
- Maintain high academic standards through teacher supervision, training and quality monitoring.
- Promote modern teaching methods, digital learning and blended learning models.
3. Operational & Administrative Management
- Oversee daily operations, budgeting, scheduling, reporting and compliance.
- Implement efficient workflows, monitoring systems and student support mechanisms.
- Use data-driven approaches to enhance the student experience and operational efficiency.
4. Student Recruitment, Enrolments Growth & Market Influence
This role requires a proven ability to consistently attract new students and maintain steady enrolment with success based on the first enrolment batch. Responsibilities include:
- Design and implement dynamic enrolment strategies for continuous student intake.
- Leverage professional networks, community relationships and industry influence to attract learners.
- Establish partnerships with schools, companies, embassies, NGOs and institutions to secure ongoing student pipelines.
- Lead outreach campaigns, promotional activities and public engagement initiatives.
- Represent the centre at education fairs, conferences and media platforms to enhance visibility and credibility.
5. Team Leadership & Capacity Building
- Recruit, manage and mentor instructors and administrative staff.
- Foster a culture of professionalism, innovation and accountability.
- Conduct staff development programmes and internal capacity-building initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Academic Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Linguistics, Education, Applied Linguistics, TESOL, or a related field.
- Relevant certifications such as ÖSD/telc , DELE ,CELTA, TESOL, TEFL, DELTA, or equivalent would be an added advantage.
Professional Experience
- Minimum 5 years in language centre management, coordination, or programme leadership.
- Demonstrated ability to consistently enlist students, increase enrolment and grow institutional visibility.
- Experience managing teams, developing curricula and ensuring academic excellence.
Skills & Competencies
- Strategic thinking with strong planning and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and public presentation skills.
- Proficiency with digital learning tools and modern educational technologies.
- Ability to work independently and deliver results with minimal supervision.
Personal Attributes
- Highly influential with a strong professional presence.
- Ability to work under minimal supervision.
- Entrepreneurial, proactive and growth-oriented.
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Organized, reliable and ethical.
- Passionate about language education and learner success.
HOW TO APPLY
Candidates should submit the following:
- Updated CV
- Cover letter highlighting experience and demonstrating how they have previously driven student enrolment.
- Academic and professional certifications
- References/Evidence of past program growth or success
Send applications to: languages.recruitment@gmail.com
Application Deadline: 30 from day of posting-11th January 2026
