Academic Manager Supplementary Programs

Overall:

• Drive supplementary program initiatives

  by building strategic partnerships with allied institutions to enhance educational offerings.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategic plan

  to provide clear direction and achieve program objectives.

• Oversee project initiatives

  by planning, monitoring, and reviewing progress to ensure timely and effective implementation.

• Lead and mentor teams

  in designing and delivering innovative curricula and teaching methods to address learning gaps and improve student outcomes.

A: Academic

• Develop a strategic plan for teaching with understanding

  , emphasizing pedagogy, resource development, and training frameworks.

• Evaluate and recommend academic support solutions

  to enhance students' learning outcomes.

• Assess current and proposed solutions

  to identify the most effective strategies for improving students' academic progress.

• Guide the team in implementing selected programs and tools

  to support student learning.

• Provide direction and support

  to enhance the impact of academic programs.

• Create and implement training programs for tuition teachers

  , equipping them with methodologies to address learning gaps and build conceptual understanding.

• Innovate and refine teaching approaches

  to foster comprehension, critical thinking, and resilience in learning.

• Design and refine a curriculum

  tailored to address learning gaps, misconceptions, and multi-grade needs.

• Mentor tuition teachers and Master Trainers regularly

  to ensure consistent quality and progress across all centers.

• Design and curate teaching materials

  tailored to multi-grade and diverse student needs.

• Support common academic planning and execution

  across programs in alignment with the requirements of various affiliated boards.

• Support the creation, implementation, and periodic review

  of academic strategic plans.

• Collaborate with special educators

  to address the unique needs of children.

• Support innovative and creative teaching and learning practices

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• Source and share best practices

  with Master Trainers to improve teaching quality.

B: Monitoring and Evaluation

• Develop metrics and tools

  to systematically measure teaching quality, learning outcomes, and the overall impact of academic programs.

• Design and implement assessment tools

  to conduct comprehensive evaluations of supplementary programs and student performance, adhering to established metrics and timelines.

• Analyse and track students' academic performance

  across the project to identify trends, strengths, and areas for improvement.

• Monitor and evaluate trends in student performance

  across after-school units to inform program adjustments and ensure continuous improvement.

C: Guidance and Monitoring

• Conduct regular visits to supplementary program locations

  to observe operations, provide guidance, and ensure alignment with program goals.

• Mentor and guide Master Trainers

  to enhance the quality of reference resources and teaching methodologies for students.

D: Professional Development

• Build the capacity of Master Trainers

  to ensure effective implementation and delivery of academic programs.

• Plan, organize, and facilitate targeted training sessions

  for Master Trainers, tuition teachers, and stakeholders to address students' learning gaps and strengthen conceptual understanding.

• Conduct regular performance evaluations

  to assess effectiveness and identify ongoing training needs for continuous improvement.

E: Communication

• Establish and maintain regular communication

  with field teams, Central Office (CO), and Regional Office (RO) teams to ensure seamless coordination.

• Keep all stakeholders informed

  about on-ground activities, challenges, and key developments.

• Effectively manage stakeholder communications

  , fostering collaboration and alignment across teams.

• Document and standardize academic processes

  , ensuring clarity, consistency, and continuous improvement.

F: Finance, Budgeting, and Resource Management

• Collaborate with the Regional Head and finance team

  to develop annual plans and budgets, ensuring alignment with program goals and objectives.

• Monitor and track budget utilization

  to ensure efficient allocation of resources and adherence to financial plans.

G: Networking, Liaison, and Outreach

• Establish and strengthen partnerships

  with NGOs, educational institutions, government agencies, and Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) institutions to enhance collaboration and resource sharing for program success.

H: Study/Report Writing

• Ensure the timely submission of reports, analyses, and studies

  to maintain transparency and support data-driven decision-making.

• Prepare and deliver comprehensive reports

  , including monthly, quarterly, and annual summaries, to track progress and communicate outcomes effectively.

I: Stakeholder Engagement

• Represent the organization

  at community meetings, conferences, and relevant forums to foster relationships and promote initiatives.

Collaborate with community members, parents, and stakeholders