Strategic Leadership: Support the Head of Academics in developing and executing the academic vision and strategic plans for the Country Office for Aga Khan Schools (AKS) in India. Collaborate with the Head of Academics and school leadership to set academic goals and ensure alignment with the broader organizational objectives. Lead the central academic team of subject matter experts and ensure effective support of the teachers in the schools across AKS India. Ensure upgrades in pedagogical processes to implement best practice relevant for building 21st century skills, which are culturally relevant. Participate in the recruitment and selection process of senior academic positions at the school level. Assist the Head of Academics with the review and development of school and country office level academic operational policies, processes and procedures manuals. Partner with and contribute to the academic initiatives across other departments within the network. Define, monitor and draft and present reports on the quality indicators and track progress against the various academic initiatives. Curriculum Development / Review / Implementation and Academic Quality Assurance: Lead the development, review, and implementation of the curriculum to ensure it meets organization standards, aligns with global best practices, NEP and meets the needs of students. Ensure the consistency and quality of curriculum delivery across all schools. Ensure that academic programs and teaching methodologies are up-to-date and continuously improve as per AKS global standards. Ensure that existing curricula, education programmes and student assessment and reporting practices are of high quality and relevant to the context and needs of students. Lead the development and implementation of academic monitoring and evaluation systems to ensure academic standards are maintained across schools. Work closely with academic managers to conduct regular assessments, audits, and quality reviews of academic practices. Ensure adherence to academic policies and procedures to guarantee high standards of academic performance. Work to ensure that the academic programs across all schools are implemented to meet the learning needs of all students and promote positive academic outcomes. Oversee interventions for underperforming students and ensure that teachers are equipped to support students with diverse learning needs. Support EdTech integration in the classrooms. Staff Performance, Development and Training: Line manage (including performance appraisal, professional development planning and mentoring) the academic managers at the Country Office. Develop and oversee the implementation of professional development programs for academic staff. Promote a culture of continuous improvement through professional learning communities, workshops, and training sessions. Support the growth and development of academic managers through mentoring and coaching as needed Implement performance management for academic staff, aligned with organizational expectations. Academic Reporting and Data Analysis: Oversee the collection and analysis of academic data across schools, including assessment results, student progress, and performance metrics. Present regular reports on academic performance, progress toward strategic goals, and areas for improvement to the Head of Academics and other key stakeholders. Use data insights to guide decision-making processes and improve academic programs and initiate new programmes as needed. External Stakeholder Engagement: Develop partnerships that support AKS Indias academic goals and enhance academic programming. Network with educational institutions, government education departments, various certification boards (i.e. SSC, IGCSE, IB, ICSE, CBSE, etc.), NGOs; and collaborate with other AKDN education agencies. Collaborate with AKESI outreach partners and provide academic guidance and oversight. Qualification: Post-graduation in any stream and B.Ed./ M.Ed. Experience: At least 15 to 20 years of experience in successfully managing and leading K-12 schools (in roles such as Deputy Head of Academics/Education, Academic Director, Principal, Head of School, etc.) Experience in supporting academic strategy and policy development across a network of schools, ensuring alignment with national and international educational standards. Proven track record of supporting curriculum implementation and monitoring to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery across all schools. Experience in leading professional development initiatives for academic staff, with a focus on enhancing teaching and leadership capacities at all levels. Expertise in academic data analysis and reporting, including the development of effective systems for monitoring student progress, teacher performance, and school-wide academic outcomes. Experience in leading academic teams to improve performance, set clear goals, and foster professional growth. Understanding of frameworks for academic quality assurance, assessment, and tracking, ensuring that schools are consistently meeting high standards of academic achievement. Familiarity with educational technology and its integration into the academic framework to enhance teaching and learning practices. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to prepare detailed reports, proposals, and recommendations for academic development and improvement. Solid organizational and project management skills, with experience in implementing academic projects and supporting school-wide initiatives that drive positive change. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and motivate academic teams, work collaboratively across departments, and manage relationships with various internal and external stakeholders. Desirable Teaching qualification Experience as a teacher in any age phase K-12
