JOB DESCRIPTION

Position reporting to: CEO, PMO

Key Responsibilities

The Academic Head for the EdTech Strategy is a pivotal senior leadership position tasked with shaping and driving the academic vision for integrating educational technology across the Aga Khan Schools (AKS). This role demands a strategic thinker and decisive leader with awareness of EdTech and international education systems. As a key decision-maker, the Academic Head will bridge global best practices with the unique requirements of AKS schools, ensuring that the initiatives are transformative, sustainable, and impactful. This position carries significant influence in defining the future of education within AKS, aligning cutting-edge innovations with the network's commitment to excellence and equity.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership:
• Define and lead the academic vision for the EdTech strategies, ensuring alignment with AKS’s broader educational goals.
• Develop and implement innovative instructional and pedagogical frameworks that integrate the defined EdTech strategies to enhance teaching and learning outcomes.
• Evaluate, adapt, develop global best practices in EdTech for application within AKS schools to turn them into Centre of Excellence.
• Program Development and Implementation:
• Oversee curriculum design and content curation or development, ensuring alignment with country-specific requirements and international standards.
• Guide the implementation of all the strategies such as Virtual Schools, Professional Development, and After-School Learning Programs.
• Lead the development of frameworks for content creation and adaptation, working with Subject Leads and Curriculum Developers to ensure quality and relevance.
• Lead the training programs to build the capacity of educators, ensuring they are proficient in using EdTech tools effectively.
• Foster Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to encourage collaboration and sharing of best practices among educators.
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure that EdTech solutions align with academic needs and are user-friendly for teachers and students.
• Monitoring and Evaluation:
• Develop metrics to assess the impact of EdTech initiatives on teaching and learning outcomes.
• Conduct regular reviews of program implementation to identify challenges, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Provide academic insights and reports to the Steering Committee on the progress and impact of the EdTech strategies.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:
• Engage with international and local stakeholders, including EdTech vendors, curriculum experts, and AKS country teams, to ensure successful program implementation.
• Act as the primary academic liaison between AKS schools and the Steering Committee, advocating for resources and support as needed.
• EdTech Innovation:
• Stay updated on emerging trends in EdTech, instructional design, and digital learning tools.
• Evaluate new technologies and recommend solutions that align with AKS’s goals and values.
• Promote the integration of adaptive learning tools, offline solutions, and other technologies to address diverse educational needs.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• Required:
• Master’s degree or higher in Education, Educational Technology, Curriculum Design, or a related field.

Experience

• Required:
• Minimum of 10 years in leadership roles within the education sector, with a significant focus on EdTech initiatives.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale educational programs across multiple regions.
• Experience in curriculum development and instructional design for diverse educational contexts.
• Familiarity with international education systems and standards.

Skills

• Strong understanding of EdTech tools, Learning Management Systems (LMS), Virtual Learning Environments (VLE), etc.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
• Proficiency in data-driven decision-making and impact assessment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Adaptability to work in diverse cultural and geographical contexts.

Working Conditions

• Time: Full time; collaboration with global and local teams may require work across different time zones.
• Travel: The role requires flexibility to travel to various AKS regions for on-ground program reviews and stakeholder meetings.
• Tools: The Academic Head will be provided with the necessary technological support and resources to execute the role effectively.

Expected Outcome

• Successful implementation of EdTech strategies across AKS regions, leading to measurable improvements in teaching and learning outcomes.
• A robust academic framework for integrating technology into education, tailored to the needs of AKS schools.
• Enhanced teacher capacity and engagement with EdTech tools through targeted professional development programs.
• Comprehensive monitoring and evaluation reports highlighting the impact of EdTech initiatives.
• A sustainable and scalable model for EdTech adoption within the AKS network.