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4248BR
Aga Khan Health Services
Aga Khan Health Service, Pakistan is looking for a seasoned and dynamic Human Resource Officer . This position is based at Central Office, Karachi . The HR Officer will be a part of the Global HR team and will support global HR projects in data collection and analysis and templating information from seven countries/regions, coordinating project meetings, and preparing insightful reports summarizing key findings Key Responsibilities Actively participate in various global HR projects, contributing to their successful completion Solicit and consolidate data for the various projects by coordinating with project teams and HR teams in 7 countries/regions. Assist in gathering and compiling data from market-based compensation surveys; support analysis and help monitor trends to inform compensation planning discussions with senior HR staff. Conduct research on HR practices and employee benefits within comparator organizations and AKDN agencies; summarize findings to support policy and benefit review proposals. Support the review of grading structures by preparing comparison data and identifying discrepancies, contributing to alignment efforts across AKHS units and other AKDN entities. Support the job evaluation project team, using established methodologies and tools. Develop and maintain accurate and up-to-date job descriptions, ensuring alignment with AKHS institutional structure and requirements. Maintain project files, ensuring data confidentiality and compliance with relevant regulations. Independently coordinate and facilitate project meetings, including agenda development, materials preparation, minute-taking, and action item follow-up. Research the best practices relevant to the assigned project. Proactively identify and resolve issues related to data management, project coordination, or reporting. Support in creating impactful presentations and reports summarizing project findings and progress. Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all employee data and HR information. Contribute to the broader HR function, including carrying out administrative tasks as required. -
4247BR
Aga Khan Education Services
Role Summary. Responsible for installing masonry blocks and other related building materials, mixing cement and mortar, and restoring old and damaged masonry works. In addition, must have some experience performing repairs on different piping systems, unblocking drains, fixing leaks, installing pipes and general plumbing duties. Key Responsibilities. Conduct routine inspections of facilities to identify any issues that may require repair or maintenance of the building fabric. Review and execute job orders daily. Restoring old and worn-out masonry. Construct new masonry walls and paving slabs/cabro blocks. Repair of plasterwork. Painting structures. Repair of stormwater /drainage manholes and assist in cleaning and unblocking respectively. Assist in diagnosis of plumbing problems and perform repairs. Assist to Install, assemble, maintain, and repair pipes and plumbing fixtures. Asist in general plumbing including unblocking toilets, unblocking stacks and, pipework (PPR or PVC) Maintain accurate records of repairs, maintenance, and inspections carried out. Manage inventory of repair supplies and equipment and ensure that all stocks are replenished as needed. Follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment at all times. -
4230BR
Aga Khan Education Services
The School Nurs e will work closely with the school administration to provide advanced first aid and support to the school, including maintaining and monitoring of the school sick bay. He/she will perform a variety of duties in the following functional areas: Health Care Implement the health section of the health & safety manual in collaboration with occupational health & safety committee Care and management of students who become ill during the school day. Provides guidance and counselling in the area of health to students, staff, and parents according to professional standards whenever need arises Contacting parents when any child needs to be sent home due to sickness, injuries or other health related problem. First Aid Carrying out of all duties relating to nursing and first aid applications. Maintain First Aid boxes and necessary supplies in the sickbay. Acting on any emergency matter immediately by taking the affected child to the hospital if immediate contact with parents cannot be made or the situation calls for it Record Keeping Maintaining a register of all parents reporting for sickness. Maintain accurate nurse’s notes and records, including summaries of services provided. Be competent and up to date with current child protection policies and procedures Record and report all cases of diagnosed or suspected communicable disease to the school administration. Sick bay Management Maintain an inventory of health room supplies. Ensure that the surroundings of the sickbay both within and outside the building are clean. Ensuring that the filters of the water coolers and glasses are clean at all times. Report environmental conditions which may adversely affect the safety and health of the students and staff. -
4246BR
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 - Junior School welcomes applications from dedicated and enthusiastic professional educators for the following position starting August 2025. POSITION: PYP HOMEROOM TEACHER Role Summary A PYP Homeroom Teacher is an informed, reflective practitioner who uses inquiry-based learning and teaching strategies to create a positive learning environment that motivates and challenges all learners to develop attributes of the IB Learner Profile to become independent, life-long learners and leaders. The teacher will ensure student success and provide for the individual learning needs of each learner. S/he will be responsible for creating an inquiry-based classroom and teaching within the IB's Primary Years Programme (PYP) philosophy. -
4245BR
Aga Khan Education Services
The Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKES, Kenya ) operates five schools 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 the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the 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 School has an opening for the position of: Nursery Coordinator. Role Summary The Nursery Coordinator ensures the smooth daily running of the Nursery Section, creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for early learners. Supporting the Head of Nursery and acting in their absence, the role promotes high standards of teaching and learning aligned with the IB PYP. Key Responsibilities: Provide day-to-day leadership and operational oversight of the Nursery Section, acting as the Head in their absence. Champion the full implementation of the IB PYP framework, including Transdisciplinary Themes, ATL, ATT, Learner Profile, and PYP Exhibition. Ensure inquiry-based learning is embedded in planning, delivery and assessment of teaching and learning practices. Facilitate regular review and development of curriculum documentation, schemes of work and weekly lesson planning aligned to IB standards. Lead professional development initiatives that reflect school priorities and model best practice in PYP pedagogy through coaching and mentoring. Drive high-quality teaching and learning by regularly conducting lesson observations, drop-ins and feedback sessions. Support accurate student progress tracking and use data to identify learning gaps and implement interventions to maximize outcomes. Uphold and promote school policies on health, safety, safeguarding, and positive behaviour management, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment. Engage parents through regular communication, workshops and involvement opportunities to enhance learning and build strong home-school partnerships. Support pastoral care including attendance, behaviour and reward systems to ensure the well-being and holistic development of every child. Ensure effective resource planning, including inventory maintenance and advise on acquisition of materials to support curriculum delivery. Collaborate with leadership on the implementation and evaluation of the Nursery Section Improvement Plan and IB Self-Study and Evaluation processes. Oversee the induction and integration of new students, families and staff to ensure a smooth transition and orientation. Maintain accountability structures to ensure all staff adhere to school policies and are aligned with the vision, mission and values of the IB and the Aga Khan Academies. Support the development of a strong team culture built on mutual respect, collaboration and continuous improvement. Lead initiatives that promote the emotional, social, physical and cognitive development of learners, preparing them for a seamless transition to Junior School. Support the school’s marketing, admissions and outreach efforts to ensure optimal enrolment and community visibility of the Nursery Section. Monitor implementation of assessment procedures (diagnostic, formative, summative) and ensure data is used to inform teaching and curriculum planning. Contribute to the strategic direction and growth of the Nursery Section through data-driven decision-making and stakeholder engagement. -
4038BR
Aga Khan Agency for Habitat
The Climate Change Coordinator drives climate mitigation and adaptation initiatives, focusing on GHG emissions management, sustainable practices, and climate risk assessment. Key responsibilities include conducting training, performing environmental assessments, and developing resilience strategies across AKAH programs. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct training, workshops, research related to GHG emission, environmental sustainability and Climate Change mitigation and adaptation measures including carbon sequestration. Provide technical guidance and support to built-environment, emergency management and development programs to implement mitigation and adaptation measures to reduce impact of climate change. Provide technical input in proposals to key donors in the area of Climate Change. Lead the AKAH Green House Gas (GHG) Measurement and Management initiative, AKDN net zero 2030 decarbonization plan of AKAH India and promote AKDN Green building guideline. Review the quarterly report of GHG emissions of AKAH and based on that develop strategies for reduction in alignment with global strategy and goals to go net zero by 2030. Be the AKAH India focal point for environment management, nature-based solutions, and climate action initiatives of head office across built-environment, emergency management and development programs. Work closely with the program teams to conduct environmental assessments, calculate emissions at program / project level and plan mitigation measures in accordance with the best practices. Conduct regular program site visits to ensure environmental compliance, suggest improvements, and report the findings with senior leadership team. Contribute to the urban habitat risk resilience program by conducting analysis of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions and develop mitigation strategies. Conduct climate risk assessment of neighborhoods using climate and satellite data measuring the effects of climate change especially urban heat island in areas of interest. -
4241BR
Aga Khan Health Services
Aga Khan Health Service, Pakistan is currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Security Manager to join its team based in Gilgit. This is a country wide role, pivotal for shaping and implementing our organization's strategic safety and security vision. Position Summary The Security Manager will drive safety, security, and risk management initiatives for Aga Khan Health Service, Pakistan (AKHS, P). S/he will develop and implement risk-based strategies, policies, standards, and procedures in line with wider AKDN policy. A strategic safety and security perspective will be maintained through links with local organizations and official departments in order to inform appropriate operational level decisions for AKHS, P country operations. Key Responsibilities Security Management and Planning Develop and implement a structured safety and security management system, in line with the AKDN Security Level System (SLS), and provide directions on safety and security strategy, policy, standards and procedures. Develop and implement the mandated (SLS) assessments, procedures, plans, and mechanisms appropriate to regional threat levels. Oversee the planning, implementation and quality control of AKHS, P security manpower, technical assets, and physical protection measures such as CCTV cameras, access control systems, alarm systems, and firefighting equipment, are appropriate, maintained and correctly utilized. Collect and analyze security information and disseminate security advisories. Review and implement the safety and security mitigation strategies, manage the remedial action plans, and lead the audit process. Incident Management Develop and maintain a critical incident management team (CIMT) and prepare contingency plans to manage critical incidents, including coordination and supporting emergency services during critical incidents. Support the supervisor and CIMT and manage all safety and security aspects of incident response. Develop and maintain a communications system that is robust enough to ensure reliable communications with required services and personnel in an emergency. Report all safety and security incidents in a timely manner and participate in any after-action reviews. Coordination and Relationships Establish relationships with the relevant law enforcement agencies, community leaders, and emergency services to ensure their support as required. Actively participate in monthly security coordination cell (SCC) meetings. Work under functional guidance and in close coordination with the Department of International Security (DIS) and AKHS global security. Maintain regular contact and coordination with the security focal points of AKDN sister agencies. Deliver or coordinate safety and security training and drills for AKHS, P personnel. Conduct or coordinate safety and security training for security guards, drivers, and support staff on a regular basis. Provide an in-country security briefing to international staff and visitors. Provide quarterly country security reports to the supervisor and senior leadership team (SLT). Ensure the safety and security induction and briefing of all new employees. Ensure the statutory standards for fire and first aid preparedness are met and that provision for fire and first aid training is made where applicable. Private Security Advise on the selection of sub- contracted security service companies (guards/technical security/response) and manage such contracts to ensure the operational requirement stated by AKHS, P Senior Leadership Team is properly met. Manage the activities and performance of contracted private security providers in accordance with AKHS, P policies, established KPIs, and the service agreement. Conduct quarterly review meetings with the private security company. Support Investigate safety and security breaches and non-compliance. Develop, manage, and monitor the safety and security budget. -
4240BR
Aga Khan Foundation
O(a) Oficial de Ligação ficará baseado(a) num dos distritos de implementação do projecto ou alternativamente, em Pemba, Cabo Delgado, Moçambique. O(a) Oficial de Ligação trabalhará em parceria com instituições de formação técnica rurais e será responsável por garantir a coordenação com elas, autoridades locais e outras partes interessadas e pela liderança das ações na responsabilidade da AKF-Moz. Principais Actividades e Responsabilidades Coordenar as ações na responsabilidade da AKF-Moz com as instituições parcerias de implementação e outras partes interessadas, tanto públicas (incluindo oficiais do governo incluem a nível distrital e provincial relevantes), como privadas; Coordenar internamente, potenciais oradores na AKF-Moz, para facilitarem sessões/masterclasses previamente acordadas com a GAPI; Em coordenação com o/a Oficial de Comunicação da AKF-Moz, assegurar qualidade dos materiais de comunicação tais como conferências de imprensa, entrevistas, telefonemas, reuniões presenciais, comunicações escritas, incluindo comunicados de imprensa, relatórios e atualizações nas redes sociais, a colegas, colaboradores, público e outras partes interessadas; Criar e manter a base de dados dos beneficiários; Apoiar na organização e participar de eventos/funções/workshops com partes interessadas em nome da AKF-Moz; Documentar relatórios das actividades realizadas com partes interessadas, incluindo histórias de mudança; e Apoiar em outras tarefas dos projectos da AKF-Moz conforme necessário. -
4234BR
Aga Khan Health Services
AKHS, P is looking for a seasoned and dynamic public health professional to become part of its Programs Unit to lead an important three-year Sexual and Reproductive Health & Rights (SRHR) Project funded by Global Affairs of Canada through UNFPA which will be implemented in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral (Upper and Lower Chitral districts of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa) and Sujawal in Sindh Province. This Position is based in Islamabad. Position Responsibilities: To provide overall technical guidance to field teams and ensure that programs are evidence-based, and designed and implemented to meet project objectives To coordinate with the regional heads for the smooth implementation of the program Lead role to develop and finalize annual work plans and to ensure implementation of project deliverables Communication and regular travel to AKHS, P program sites of relevance (including Sindh, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Chitral) Program development, planning Improving quality of health services and capacity building under assigned areas (20%) RMNCH (reproductive, maternal, newborn, and child health) including EmONC services & SRHR Develop annual work planning for sexual & reproductive health funded project Harness human, material and financial resources appropriate for the program to ensure successful implementation of sexual & reproductive health program funded project. Plan, supervise and monitor quality assurance of targeted facilities in GBC & Sindh. Provide secretariat and manage Infection prevention and control committee (IPCC) at selected districts. Support health system strengthening efforts as technical and thematic lead for RMNCH and SRH (20%) Identify health system gaps in AKHS, P geographies and serve as a thematic lead towards fulfilling gaps in RMNCH and SRHR. Develop MNCH strategy with continuum of care from primary care to secondary care facilities hub & spoke model. Leading the RMNCAH, SRHR thematic area through technical advice, coordination (AKF, Government, and other partners). Program management, monitoring, and delivery of results (40%) Program management and planning Develop yearly plans with detailed programmatic implementation plans and budgets, responsibilities, and timelines (last quarter of programmatic year). Providing technical design inputs, procurement requirements, SOPs, guidelines and KPIs/Indicators that need to be used for effective implementation. Develop program risk mitigation plans for smooth implementation of program, identifying delays or challenges Program implementation Ensuring monitoring of programmatic and budget activities for each year such as monthly, quarterly, and annual programmatic targets and deliverables of the program are met including procurement items Ensure an annual spending rate of more than 90% is achieved through effective grant management Program development Develop quarterly technical report and review financial forms of AKF/UNFPA funded project and submit it to AKF/UNFPA on timely manners. Develop program implementation plans to ensure effective technical assistance and smooth implementation of activities. Stakeholder management, communication, and coordination (10%) Develop high quality reports and presentations according to stakeholder requirements. Ensure effective management of all internal and external stakeholders and maintain healthy working relationships including within AKHS, P, AKF, AKU & donors. Represent AKHS, P in internal and external meetings as and when required. Advocacy, Networking and Partnership Building (10 %) Contribute to writing technical briefs/reports relevant to program such as briefs on SRHR, RMNCAH and family planning integration, training information management system, any application, Infection prevention and control committee etc. Draft and finalize program donor reports including quarterly, annual reports and success stories -
4235BR
Aga Khan Health Services
The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu (AKHK) is an Institution of the Aga Khan Health Service, Kenya, which is an Agency of the Aga Khan Development Network. The Hospital is part of a network of health facilities, which includes Hospitals and Outreach Health Facilities across East Africa. The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu is in an exciting growth phase and has attained acknowledgment of its quality by achieving ISO 9001:2015 certification, ISO 15189:2022 accreditation for laboratory services, Safe Care level 5 accreditation and is at advanced stage of attaining Joint Commission International Accreditation. AKHK has Outreach Health Services at Kisii, Kakamega, Kitale, Bungoma, Kericho, Kibuye-Kisumu, West End- Kisumu, Busia, Homa - Bay, Migori, Bomet, Eldoret, Kimilili and Nyamira. As we expand our services, we invite dynamic and skilled professionals to join us in the newly established Cath Lab Unit. We are currently recruiting for the following positions: INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGIST OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY Reporting to the Medical Director and the Head of Internal Medicine, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the Hospital’s cardiology program. The position holder will be entrusted with delivering high-quality patient care in alignment with rigorous clinical governance frameworks and quality standards. In this dynamic role, the position holder will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to manage complex cardiology cases and drive continuous improvement initiatives. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provide high-quality and patient-centered care by performing advanced interventional cardiology procedures in line with current clinical governance frameworks, ensuring timely and effective management of complex cardiology cases. Conduct thorough pre-procedural evaluations and diagnostic assessments to determine the most appropriate case intervention strategy, including risk stratification, review of diagnostic imaging, and consultation with the multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient selection and procedural planning. Oversee comprehensive post-procedural management by monitoring recovery, managing complications, and providing detailed follow-up care along with patient education on secondary prevention strategies to promote long-term cardiovascular health. Take part in departmental initiatives to develop and enhance clinical protocols and services within the cardiology section, actively participating in clinical audits, patient safety programs as well as risk management initiatives to meet and exceed institutional quality guidelines. Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation. Mentor and train interns, junior doctors, and other healthcare professionals by sharing knowledge, participating in departmental meetings, participating in the Hospital’s Continuous Medical Education (CMEs) and initiatives/forums that support professional development. Support and contribute to the institution’s research agenda, staying abreast of the latest advancements in cardiology interventions and integrating evidence-based practices into clinical care. -
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