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.

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• Exercise leadership as an exemplary role model in subject teaching, professionalism, professional development and administration of the department.
• Develop and implement clear departmental goals consistent with school-wide goals and specific programme and assessment requirements.
• Encourage the development of sound and shared pedagogy amongst the members of the department.
• Prepare a Professional development plan for the department.
• Participate in the appraisal of the members of the department.
• Take a lead in the curriculum development and improvement for the various programs offered in the Senior School.
• Establish an assessment procedure and programme.
• Generate an annual budget for the department.
• Collaborate with other HODs in developing a strong team of curriculum leaders.
• Establish clear goals for year level collaboration and for general collaboration in the department, across.

• Demonstrated ability to run a well-organized departmental meeting.
• Demonstrated interest in developing reflective practice and connections across disciplines.
• Ability to supervise and mentor faculty.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills in relating to parents, students and other teachers.
• Good collegial relationships with other faculty members.

• A bachelor’s degree with teaching qualification from a recognized University.
• At least 5 years of experience teaching MYP or DP Level
• Registered with Kenya Teachers Service Commission (TSC)