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4492BR
Aga Khan Education Services
The Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKES, Kenya) operates 5 schools in various cities in Kenya and provides nursery to senior secondary education in both national and international curricula. It is part of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), a group of private development agencies working to improve living conditions and opportunities for people of all faiths and origins in specific regions of the developing world. The Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi (AKA, Nairobi) is an IB continuum school in Kenya authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate curriculum (IB) from Early Years through to Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). With over 1000 students, AKA, Nairobi is a multi-cultural school with a variety of nationalities represented in our student and teaching faculty. The Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi - Nursery has an opening for the position of Early Years Assistant Teacher. Role Summary The Early Years Assistant Teacher – Nursery will be responsible for creating a nurturing, stimulating and inclusive learning environment for young learners in alignment with the International Baccalaureate (IB) Early Years framework. The role involves planning age-appropriate, inquiry-based learning experiences that foster each child’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development. Key Responsibilities: 1. Classroom Support and Daily Routine Support the Class Teacher in implementing daily routines and classroom management. Assist in the preparation of lesson materials, bulletin and display boards, learning corners, exhibits, and demonstrations. Provide individualized or small group support to students to reinforce learning concepts. Supervise and ensure safety of students in classrooms, playgrounds and throughout the school environment. Assist with classroom organization and maintaining a stimulating and tidy learning environment. 2. Professional Development Actively participate in professional learning opportunities aligned with the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) philosophy and practices. Engage in self-reflection to improve instructional support and pedagogical approaches. Demonstrate proficiency in using educational technology to enhance inquiry-based learning and student engagement. 3. Collaboration and Teamwork Participate in collaborative planning meetings and contribute ideas during grade-level and staff sessions. Work closely with teachers across levels to support cross-class learning experiences and school-wide initiatives. Be flexible and willing to assist in other classes or learning groups when required. 4. Communication and Reporting Communicate instructions and expectations clearly and effectively to students. Observe and record student progress, behavior and learning challenges. Provide regular feedback and updates to the Class Teacher on each child’s development and needs. Maintain positive communication with colleagues and contribute to a supportive school culture. -
4491BR
Aga Khan Education Services
The Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKES, Kenya) operates 5 schools in various cities in Kenya and provides nursery to senior secondary education in both national and international curricula. It is part of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), a group of private development agencies working to improve living conditions and opportunities for people of all faiths and origins in specific regions of the developing world. The Aga Khan Nursery School, Mombasa is an established and reputable private nursery school with an excellent record of achievement. The School provides a high-quality Early Childhood Development Programme for children ages 2 to 6 years. The School offers an inquiry-based curriculum which prepares and ensures children at the end of the 6 years are proficient in all areas of the curriculum. The school’s High Scope curriculum puts emphasis on holistic education that develops the children in all aspect and prepares its students exceptionally well for entries into the Aga Khan Academy Mombasa (IB Curriculum), other International Curricular Schools as well as Kenyan National Curriculum schools. The Aga Khan Nursery School, Mombasa has an opening for the position of: Support Staff . Role summary The Aga Khan Nursery School, Mombasa are seeking enthusiastic and reliable Support Staff members to join the team and assist in the daily operations of the school. The ideal candidates will be patient, proactive and passionate about supporting a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children. Key Responsibilities: Assist teachers and students with classroom activities, projects and daily routines. Assist the class teacher to teach children appropriate social behaviours, such as being respectful to each other. Help maintain a clean and organized classroom and play area. Supervise and ensure children’s safety during indoor and outdoor activities, during playtime, nap time, and other non-instructional periods. Assist with meal and snack preparation and cleanup, ensuring all hygiene standards are met. Clean designated areas and ensure the classrooms are mopped, wiped and properly ventilated. Attend to the personal care needs of children, such as assisting with trips to the washroom and handwashing. Transport children using the school bus to and from school. Support school events and activities as required. -
4488BR
Aga Khan Foundation
The Events Officer will support the Events Operation Manager in delivering the smooth running and operation of the Aga Khan Centre facilities and events. In this context, he/she will manage the daily set up, servicing, cleaning and management of meeting rooms and Board Rooms for a range of events. Duties include preparation and setting out of all refreshments for meetings and events. The role requires the ability to work flexibly in terms of working hours including late hours and Saturdays and Sundays if required to support and accommodate events. Meetings & Events Support the team with setting up meeting rooms for internal and external users, including organising tea/coffee trolleys and serving meeting room lunches Liaison with clients/bookers/stakeholders via email, by phone and face to face Creation of event agendas/function sheets/transferring all information from the organiser to capture event requirements Liaison with event suppliers (Catering, AV, Entertainment, Florist Etc.) on behalf of the organiser Using function sheets to manage and set up rooms and areas, ensuring any food and beverage requirements are met in a timely manner and utilising the appropriate suppliers Meet and greet organisers for each event allocated Offer and conduct site visits with event organisers Administration: responsible for all administration duties relating to meetings and events Oversee each event allocated and stay onsite throughout, as, and when required as directed by the Events Operations Manager Assisting Events Operations Manager with creating regular and ad-hoc reports on meetings and events for the Property Committee and other senior staff Manage the clearing, turn around and set up of meeting and seminar rooms as required Customer Care Providing excellent customer service to guests and stakeholders Liaise with all events clients (internal organisations and external), being the main point of contact to plan and organise from start to end their events, researching the most adequate spaces, negotiate prices, quotes for large meetings, VIP events or large events, adapting to any budget. On the day of the event, being the main point of contact and responsible for putting all the teams together (building maintenance, IT) for a smooth event delivery on the day. Liaise and maintain a relationship with the volunteer core of the Ismaili community and coordinate requirements for specific meetings/large events Oversee and coordinate derigging for all meetings and VIP events invoicing and ensuring all the payments are made Supervise and manage different contractors such as cleaners, catering, hospitality agency staff, AV, reception, or volunteers Day to day manage and train Events Assistants to ensure maximum utilisation of the resource General Support the Building Manager and Events Operations Manager to ensure the day-to-day cleanliness and tidiness is maintained to a high standard Carry out cleanliness checks and walk rounds, ensuring the areas of responsibility are clean and stocks are replenished as necessary Send a tracker of events every fortnight reflecting meetings and events updates to key events people in the building institutions Work with the Events Operations Manager to monitor health and safety, sanitation, and food hygiene standards Work closely with the Events Operations Manager, Reception, Security, buildings management team and users to provide a seamless and positive experience Work closely with the volunteer service team who provide hospitality support for events at the Aga Khan Centre Oversee the cleaning team to ensure the inventory for the kitchens and pantries is stocked and managed daily Carry out any other reasonable duties as assigned by the Events Operations Manager & Buildings Manager Deputise for the Events Operations Manager in his/her absence -
4489BR
The Institute of Ismaili Studies
The Institute of Ismaili Studies (IIS) is seeking an outstanding scholar and a talented, visionary leader to be appointed as the Head of its Department of Academic Research (DAR). The Institute is going through an exciting transitional period, which saw a new Director beginning in early 2023 as well as the approval of a new Strategic Plan to guide its activities over the next decade. The Institute is looking for an outstanding scholar and a talented and visionary leader to be appointed as the Head of its Department of Academic Research. The role of the Head of Department of Academic Research is crucial in realising the mission and strategic aims of The Institute. As a leading academic institution in the fields of Islamic Studies, Ismaili Studies, Shi‘i Studies and Qur‘anic Studies, its research and publications shape the field and strengthen IIS’ position as making noteworthy contributions to these areas. The candidate will have an outstanding academic profile , with extensive senior academic leadership and administrative experience, an extensive publication record, and exceptional multidisciplinary expertise in the Humanities and Islamic Studies. Excellent knowledge of Arabic and at least one other language relevant to Islamic Studies is required for this position, and proficiency in an additional European language is desired. The Head of DAR is a key member of the senior leadership team and will oversee the strategic development of The Institute’s research agenda and will be responsible for driving excellence in programme development and delivery, faculty development, knowledge exchange, and community service. The postholder will develop a strategic vision and direction for The Institute’s futureresearch agenda, leading the implementation of multiple research projects that advance excellence in The Institute’s work with its academic stakeholders. Departmental lead with overall responsibility for a major function/group of functions or defined activity. Will be part of the senior management team. Responsible for people within the function or activity at a strategic rather than operational level. Has major strategic input into financial matters related to the area of activity and has influence across the institution. Promotes a culture of improvement, exploring new approaches to strengthen performance and organisational effectiveness. Leads on and supports succession planning and staff development within the function. Monitors and evaluates the performance of the function/ group of functions. Drives equality, diversity and inclusion within the function ensuring any EDI outcomes are achieved. Promotes a collaborative and positive culture, building trust and alignment across functions and departments. -
4490BR
Aga Khan Foundation
Managing the effective functioning of the Aga Khan Centre to provide safe, efficient, secure, legally compliant and environmentally friendly spaces for residents, employees, students and visitors. Leading a small team, the Facilities and Operations Manager will be responsible for providing a seamless support service to manage and deliver high quality maintenance to a standard which is in accordance with the nature of the Aga Khan Centre and provides value for money. Building Operations Oversee and manage the teams responsible for the reception, security and cleaning. To act as a point of contact for technical support in order to reduce supplier callouts and ensure the correct supplier is allocated to resolve the problem. To manage, plan and monitor the day-to-day repairs and maintenance activities of the building management team. To coordinate and manage activities of suppliers working in and around AKC. To ensure the AKC maintenance reporting system is updated with work carried out and outstanding tasks. To receive, review, store and respond to suppliers’ reports, and supply a level of technical advice to ensure compliance with the relevant legislation. Responsible for the Health and Safety policy for AKC and liaising with outsourced consultants to ensure that AKC is compliant and required checks are carried out. To maintain all maintenance and H&S documents, registers and systems at all times. To adhere to the AKC environmental policy promoting and driving energy & water saving initiatives as well as recycling initiatives at all times. Support the relationships with the tenants of the AKC retail units. Ensure that the gardens embedded within the AKC, and the surrounding grounds and gardens are properly cared for and landscaped. Liaise with the Estate Landlord and their agents regarding estate management, central services, infrastructure and security issues and maintenance of the public realm around AKC Liaise with other building managers on the KX Estate and maintain good neighbourly relations. Respond to emergency situations or other urgent issues involving AKC. Building Administration To prepare an annual operational plan and budget for the AKC building management team. To provide commentary and analysis for the monthly building management finance report. Monitor and approve all building management supplier invoices and staff expenses for payment in line with approved budgets. To ensure that safeguarding processes are embedded into all building management operations, all building management supplier contracts and the building management policies and processes. To routinely review standards of service and ensure best practices are being followed and to benchmark the costs of AKC building management against equivalent buildings to assess and demonstrate value for money. Manage and maintain the SLA standards, KPIs and targets for the AKC building management team. To own the AKC building management risk register ensuring that it is up to date at all times. Work flexibly in terms of working hours to support and accommodate events and incidents outside of regular working hours. To ensure all tasks from the Security Audit are completed promptly, while maintaining up to date policies including the Critical Incident Plan and Office Security Plan Support the events management team with all large and complex events, including organising facilities for car parking, traffic control, security, first aid, and hospitality. People Management Supervise, coach and mentor building management staff, building a highly skilled and motivated team demonstrating best practice in the sector and exemplifying AKF (UK) values and behaviours. Oversee and set annual performance objectives and evaluate performance in accordance with the AKF (UK)’s staff performance management procedures. Carry out any other duties as assigned by the Head of Kings Cross Properties. -
4487BR
Aga Khan University
Through our Founding Chancelor’s vision, Aga Khan University is committed to providing world-class healthcare services through the development of innovative, safe, and patient-centered healthcare environments. The design and architecture of healthcare facilities play a critical role in achieving these goals by ensuring functional, efficient, sustainable, and aesthetically appropriate infrastructure. The Head of Design will lead all architectural design functions, ensuring that projects align with the organization’s mission, vision, and regulatory standards, while enhancing patient care, staff efficiency, operational effectiveness, and environmental sustainability. Job Role / Responsibilities: Reporting to the Chief Facilities and Administrative Services Officer, you will lead a team of diversified professionals and will lead the space planning and design management of campus facilities, including master planning and conceptual/schematic design of buildings. The role involves managing in-house design projects, leading architectural teams, and reviewing external consultants’ work to ensure alignment with AKU’s design philosophy and standards. The Head of Design will oversee the entire design lifecycle, from concept development to completion, ensuring designs meet clinical, regulatory, sustainability, and aesthetic requirements. Specific responsibilities will include: Lead the design and planning of new healthcare facilities, expansions, and renovations.Lead and manage a team of architects and CAD/BIM operators. Prepare concept design, detailed design and construction drawings with design based on user requirements ensuring adherence to AKUs design philosophies. Ensure that spaces and sizes identified by users are as per international standards. Ensuring compliance of design with best industry practices in terms of patients’ safety and quality of care. Ensure designs comply with healthcare building codes, fire safety, accessibility, and environmental sustainability standards. Develop design guidelines and standards specific to healthcare environments that integrate environmental sustainability principles Lead the incorporation of environmental sustainability in all design projects, ensuring compliance with green building certifications and sustainable architecture standards. Draft TORs for Master Planning conceptual / schematic and design and coordinate with others. Guide PMs in selection of local architects and engineering consultants for detailed design of projects and also guide them with solutions on detailed design, coordination and quality issues. Prepare Physical Facilities layouts for the University’s annual events such as Convocation, Awards Night, Donor Dinner and PGME Ceremonies Support fundraising campaigns through design presentations. Collaborate with procurement and construction teams for seamless project execution. Provide regular reports on design progress, sustainability outcomes, and issues to senior management. -
4486BR
Aga Khan Education Services
Role Summary To assume responsibility for the complete employee lifecycle for a designated period, ensuring uninterrupted delivery of HR services, strict compliance with statutory regulations, and effective support to line managers and employees. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will be directly accountable for the following: Talent Acquisition & Onboarding: Manage end-to-end recruitment—from vacancy advertisement to offer—for approved positions. Execute a smooth onboarding and orientation process for all new hires. HR Operations & Data Management: Maintain accurate employee records. Ensure the timely preparation, accuracy, management of all staff contracts and renewals. Analyze HR data to prepare timely monthly reports. Talent Management & Benefits Administration: Administer employee benefits - pension, acting as the liaison with providers for claims and queries. Facilitate staff separations and conduct insightful exit interviews. Employee Relations & Policy Compliance: Act as the primary HR contact for employee and line manager inquiries, providing clear guidance on policies and procedures. Assist in the handling of complaints, grievances, and disciplinary procedures as per policy. -
4484BR
Aga Khan Education Services
The Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKES, Kenya) operates 5 schools in various cities in Kenya and provides nursery to senior secondary education in both national and international curricula. It is part of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), a group of private development agencies working to improve living conditions and opportunities for people of all faiths and origins in specific regions of the developing world. We are seeking to fill the below posts at The Aga Khan Primary School, Mombasa (AKPSM) which offers Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) from Grade 1 to Grade 6. Position: P1 Teacher. Role Summary Should be competent to teach English and Social Studies with Home Science as an added advantage. Key Responsibilities To prepare and deliver high-quality lessons in line with the school’s vision and mission. To collaboratively develop unit and lesson plans for the curriculum To ensure students acquire excellent knowledge and skills so that they make progress, achieve their targets and are prepared for the next stage of their careers Produce documents such as Unit plans, Records of Work, Course outlines, class analyses etc. Differentiate lessons in order to match learners’ needs Involve the learners in different learning activities such as storytelling, role plays, numbers and letters recognition, etc. Displaying learners’ work in the classroom to showcase their abilities and finished projects. Plan regular excursions to expose them to different environments. Observe the behavior of children and help them improve it by building self-confidence and teaching social values. To guide learners with learning differences and behavioral challenges. Manage and update the progress of children and create reports for parents. -
4485BR
Aga Khan Health Services
Aga Khan Health Service, Pakistan (AKHS, P) is currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager Strategic Planning & Special Projects to join its team at Central Office, Islamabad. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), this position plays a pivotal role in advancing the organization’s strategic direction through the development, coordination, and operational implementation of key strategies and initiatives. Position Summary The Manager Strategic Planning & Special Projects will support the CEO in driving strategic planning, institutional growth, and operational excellence. The role requires a results-oriented professional with strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills to manage cross-functional initiatives and align organizational priorities. The incumbent will collaborate closely with the senior leadership team to design, implement, and monitor strategic initiatives and improvement projects. S/he will analyze organizational data, provide insights to inform decision-making, and ensure the effective execution of approved strategies and plans. Key Responsibilities Partner with the leadership team to define, prepare and communicate strategic business plans, including quarterly, annual and mid-term and long-term strategy, staffing, and development plans. Contribute significantly towards improving overall business acumen and governance (performance metrics), operational, organizational, and financials. Determine key performance indicators and how to measure team performance. Analyze and report on performance based on strategies and business goals and recommend areas needing improvement. Analyze data with the objective of influencing business decisions. Prepare performance reports and presentations for the board and head office leadership team. Create and maintain cross-departmental relationships to enable leadership success. Proactively escalate and resolve potential issues by highlighting them and identifying potential solutions. Oversee procedural and decision-making protocols. Manage the net zero program implementation, supporting the CEO to integrate KPIs throughout senior leadership and drive behaviour change throughout all staff. Serve as an organizational spokesperson, liaising with key internal and external constituents and act as a key liaison with external and internal advisors to the CEO. Assume day-to-day responsibility for projects and tasks assigned. -
4483BR
Aga Khan Education Services
Aga Khan Education Services, Uganda is a private, not for profit organization committed to enriching the lives of “many generations of multi-racial and multi-cultural student populations” through the provision of quality and affordable education. AKES, U operates schools from Pre-School to High School and offers the British National Curriculum (BNC), International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE), International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and the Uganda National Primary and Secondary curriculum. At Aga Khan School we live by the school mission statement which states, “The Aga Khan Education services will enable many generations to acquire both knowledge and the essential spiritual wisdom to balance that knowledge and enable their lives to attain the highest fulfilment”. The fulfilment of the mission statement by all teachers will be through these Major Responsibilities: Class Atmosphere and ethos Adopt a positive approach to all students in the school in respect of capability, behaviour and cultural diversity. Maintain the classroom used in a safe, clean and orderly manner, valuing and displaying children' work, promptly reporting any damage or misuse. Check student appearance (personal hygiene and uniform) and lesson attendance. Set a good example by being well-dressed and punctual for school duties. Treat pupils’ records (performance) with utmost confidentiality. Teaching and Learning Be responsible for the effective instruction, training and assessment of students in the subjects assigned. Prepare daily lesson plans and use them. Be responsible for the development of a growth mind-set in students to include (critical thinking skills, ethics, creativity, responsibility, respect, problem solving skills). By following the syllabus, prepare students thoroughly for good examination success liaising with colleagues on strategies, targets, revision programme etc. Maximise the use of exam results in learning. Prepare end of term reports within the deadlines set. Maintain a record of work, mark sheets and organise educational support sessions where necessary to meet targets. Be willingly involved in the wider cultural and sporting life of the school. Each teacher will help in Club and House activities. Promote student leadership and responsibility whenever possible Community relations Hold informal and formal discussions with parents (teacher-parent conferences) on performance of their children, attend parent meetings at his/her class level, and specialist teachers should attend such meetings. Promote the good image of the school within and outside the school environment. Personal and Professional development Participate in professional development programs e.g. workshops on modern teaching and learning approaches, computer training etc. Keep up interest in and implement ideas shared during workshops/training. Be responsible for the statement of personal learning needs aimed at improving classroom instructions as well as meeting the requirements of the teachers career path at AKES,U. -
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