International Governess, Job ID J1FB65

A high-net-worth family in Cairo, Egypt, is seeking an energetic, seasoned Nanny/Governess for a two-year commitment to provide exceptional care and educational guidance for two children. The role focuses primarily on the younger child and involves managing school transitions with a chauffeur, overseeing British curriculum homework, and designing creative recreational and athletic activities. Candidates must possess 12–15 years of high-level experience, native-level English proficiency, and the physical stamina to keep pace with an active household. This live-in position requires a six-day work week and a willingness to travel internationally to Europe, the USA, and East Africa 4–5 times per year. Full residency sponsorship is provided for a candidate who is professional, adaptable, and dedicated to fostering the children’s long-term academic and social growth. A valid first aid qualification is a requirement for this position.

Working hours: 6 days a week, 8 am to 8 pm

Accommodation: Own bedroom and bathroom

Duties include:

• Coordinating daily activities and supervising transportation to and from all engagements, playdates, appointments, classes, activities
• The nanny must be prepared to plan fun and engaging activities to entertain the children, including lots of time outdoors
• Organising and planning clubs for holidays, forward planning for future holidays
• Liaise with team on any upcoming events
• Organise gifts for upcoming children’s parties
• Organise gifts, books, hampers etc for holidays or events
• Check all children’s supplies and replace when required
• Check school app daily - organise anything needed for school
• Check household email daily and respond where required
• Flag anything important to the team where relevant
• Calendar management and organising any activities, play dates etc.
• Assisting with school pick up and drop off when necessary
• Housekeeping on behalf of the children (this doesn’t include laundry, but wardrobe management, playroom management etc).

They seek someone who can start as soon as possible.

To learn more about this International Governess role, please apply and a consultant will contact you with more information.

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: £6,000 gross per month

Location: Cairo, Egypt