Braeburn International School Arusha is a co-educational day and boarding school catering for both the international and Tanzanian community. Accredited by the Council of International Schools, we have earned a reputation for high academic standards, a rich extra-curricular programme and a supportive, friendly environment.

Braeburn International School, Arusha is seeking to appoint a highly organized, professional, and enthusiastic Whole School Secretary to provide administrative and secretarial support across the school and contribute to the efficient day-to-day running of the administration office.

Key responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the school leadership team.
• Manage correspondence, emails, telephone calls, and visitor enquiries in a professional manner.
• Maintain accurate records, files, and databases.
• Prepare letters, reports, meeting agendas, and minutes as required.
• Coordinate appointments, meetings, and school events.
• Support student admissions, staff administration, and general school operations.
• Ensure confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive information.
• Assist with communication between parents, staff, students, and external stakeholders.
• Undertake other administrative duties as assigned by the Headteacher.

Requirements & qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Secretarial Studies, Office Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a secretarial or administrative role, preferably within an educational environment.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Professional appearance, integrity, and a customer-service-oriented approach.

Application instructions

Please address your CV and letter of application to:

Closing date

Friday 15th June 2026