Vacancies at Aga Khan Academy
| Location | NAIROBI, Kenya |
| Date Posted | May 7, 2025 |
| Category |
Education / Teaching
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| Job Type |
Full-time
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| Currency | KES |
Description
The Aga Khan Academies are an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). The AKDN is a group of development agencies with mandates that include the environment, health, education, architecture, culture, microfinance, rural development, disaster reduction, the promotion of private-sector enterprise and the revitalisation of historic cities. AKDN agencies conduct their programmes without regard to faith, origin or gender.
Responsibilities
- Advise students on IB subject selection, academic planning, and alignment with university and career goals.
- Guide students and families through the global university application process, including country-specific requirements, essay writing, interview preparation, and standardized testing.
- Provide up-to-date, unbiased information on universities and programs worldwide, including scholarship and financial aid opportunities.
- Organize and lead university visits, college fairs, and career exploration events.
- Support students in identifying and pursuing relevant extracurriculars, internships, and job shadowing experiences.
- Personal and Social-Emotional Support
- Offer individual and group counselling tailored to students’ developmental and social-emotional needs.
- Conduct early and crisis interventions as needed, and make appropriate referrals to external professionals.
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive environment for all students.
- Develop strong relationships with students, parents, faculty, and university representatives to ensure a smooth college application process.
- Maintain open, regular communication with parents through meetings, workshops, and written updates.
- Liaise with the IB Coordinator, teachers, and administration to support student success.
- Design, implement, and assess a comprehensive college and career counselling program aligned with IB philosophy and school mission.
- Collect, analyse, and interpret data to assess program effectiveness and student outcomes.
- Prepare and update the school profile, college handbook, and relevant documentation for university applications.
- Write counsellor references and coordinate teacher recommendations for university applications.
- Professionalism and Development
- Adhere to the ethical standards of the counselling profession and the principles of organizations such as IACAC and NACAC.
- Engage in ongoing professional development, attend conferences, and maintain active membership in relevant professional associations.
- Represent students and the institution honestly and openly, always prioritizing student well-being.
The requirements
- Master’s degree in Counseling or a related field from an accredited institution.
- Valid teaching certificate.
- Additional certification in school counseling is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a school counselor in an international school setting, preferably with IB Diploma Programme students.
- Professional membership in IACAC, NACAC, or similar associations.
- Demonstrated experience in college and career counseling, including familiarity with university admissions processes worldwide.
- Exemplary counseling, communication, and presentation skills.
- Strong organizational, planning, and data management abilities2.
- High level of cultural sensitivity and understanding of international student needs.
- Ability to work collaboratively and diplomatically with diverse stakeholders.
- Proficiency in English (spoken and written); additional languages are an asset.
- Computer literacy and familiarity with university application platforms.
- Experience as an IB Coordinator or in IB event management.
- Knowledge of and experience with global university admissions platforms (e.g., Common App, UCAS, Unifrog).