Highland Christian Grammar School Principal – PNG

Overview

Looking for a change and the adventure of a lifetime??

Highlands Christian Grammar School (HCGS), in partnership with MAF International, is seeking a passionate leader and educator to take on the role of Principal, starting July 2026.

Located in Mount Hagen in Papua New Guinea’s Western Highlands Province, HCGS plays a vital role in supporting the work of MAF and other mission organisations by providing quality, Christ-centred education for the next generation. Serving a multicultural community, the school offers an excellent international educational experience from Foundation (elementary) through to Grade 10.

HCGS exists to equip for leadership through a Christ-centred international education, partnering with parents to provide a well-rounded, Bible-based, academically excellent, and culturally sensitive programme that nurtures each child’s individual gifts. By meeting the educational needs of mission families and the wider local community, HCGS helps lay a strong foundation of faith, learning, and leadership development in this strategically important region.

This role offers the opportunity not just for classroom teaching with bright and dedicated students, but also curriculum development in certain courses and lesson planning with Biblical integration.  Moreover, teachers have the opportunity to live in a vibrant community with their fellow teaching staff and the wider community, while building authentic and meaningful relationships with students as they grow and learn together.

Watch this video: Investing in the highlands of PNG

Responsibilities

HCGS’s mission is to provide, in partnership with parents, a well-rounded educational program that is Bible-based, Christ-centered, academically excellent, culturally sensitive, and supportive of individual personalities, needs, and gifts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the school community in achieving its Christian educational vision and values.

• Uphold academic excellence alongside spiritual growth.

• Ensure the school’s operations comply with all educational regulations and standards.

• Foster a safe, nurturing environment that promotes both academic success and Christian faith.

Requirements:

• Strong commitment to Christian leadership and ethical standards.

• Ability to lead and manage a multicultural team.

• Experience in educational leadership, ideally within a Christian or international context.

Click here for the full role profile: HCGS Principal Job description

Click here for more information about living in PNG: Living at MAF PNG

For more detailed information, please visit Highlands Grammar

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on both the educational and spiritual development of students in a unique and culturally rich setting. If you're looking to make a difference and embrace an adventure like no other, we encourage you to apply.

Essential 

• Bachelor’s degree in education or teaching field
• Teaching credentials/certification from state or country of origin
• At least one year of classroom teaching experience
• Proficient in the English language
• Teachers must be able to adjust to living in another culture and working as a team among people from a variety of countries and backgrounds.

Desirable

• Overseas/missions experience or teaching in a cross cultural context would be an advantage but is not a necessity
• Teachers should be willing to invest their lives in their students beyond just teaching in the classroom.