Director Learning Quality and Innovation

ppTheb Director, Learning, Quality Innovation /b is the senior educational leader of bAga Khan Schools /b and principal adviser to the General Manager on beducational strategy, quality innovation /b. Working closely with the General Manager, the Director shapes the educational direction of AKS and translates organisational priorities into a coherent Learning, Quality Innovation Strategy that advances educational excellence across the global school system. /ppThe role is responsible for establishing system-wide frameworks, standards, quality assurance processes and performance measures that support high-quality, values-based and locally relevant education across diverse operating contexts. The Director provides leadership for educational improvement, innovation and organisational capability, strengthening teaching and learning, monitoring educational outcomes and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. /ppAs a member of the Global Leadership Team, the Director contributes to organisational strategy, system integration and institutional transformation while helping position Aga Khan Schools as a globally recognised leader in values-based education. /ppLearn more about the position here: /ph3Key Responsibilities /h3h3Inform and Shape Educational Strategy /h3ulliServe as the principal educational adviser to the General Manager and Global Leadership Team. /liliShape the educational direction of Aga Khan Schools through evidence-informed leadership and awareness of emerging trends and opportunities. /liliDevelop and implement a Learning, Quality Innovation Strategy aligned with organisational priorities and mission. /liliAdvise on educational policy, investment priorities and organisational transformation. /li /ulh3Advance Learning Excellence /h3ulliEstablish system-wide frameworks for curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and learner success. /liliPromote high-quality, values-based education that develops academic excellence, ethical leadership, pluralism, critical thinking and global citizenship. /liliStrengthen educational quality across all programmes and benchmark practice against leading international standards. /li /ulh3Lead Quality, Improvement and Accountability /h3ulliDevelop and oversee educational quality frameworks, standards and performance expectations across the AKS network. /liliMonitor educational performance, evaluate impact and drive continuous improvement through evidence-informed decision-making. /liliEstablish reporting systems, indicators and implementation frameworks that support accountability and school improvement. /li /ulh3Drive Innovation and Future Learning /h3ulliLead innovation in teaching, learning and educational technology across the organisation. /liliPromote future-ready educational models and expand flexible learning opportunities that respond to changing learner and societal needs. /li /ulh3Build Leadership and Organisational Capability /h3ulliEstablish frameworks for teacher quality, instructional leadership and professional learning. /liliStrengthen leadership capability, talent development and collaboration across schools and operating regions. /liliBuild organisational capacity that enables sustained educational excellence throughout the AKS network. /li /ulh3Strengthen Student Success and External Engagement /h3ulliStrengthen frameworks for safeguarding, wellbeing, inclusion and student support. /liliPromote university readiness, career guidance and equitable access to educational opportunities. /liliDevelop strategic partnerships and represent Aga Khan Schools in national and international educational forums. /liliStrengthen collaboration across AKDN institutions and enhance the global reputation of Aga Khan Schools. /li /ulpThe successful candidate will be an accomplished educational leader with a demonstrated record of improving educational quality across complex school systems or international education networks. /ppThey will combine intellectual curiosity with strategic vision, educational expertise and practical leadership. They will be equally comfortable shaping strategy, influencing policy, building partnerships and leading organisational change across diverse cultural contexts. They will think strategically, lead collaboratively, inspire innovation and deliver measurable educational impact. /ph3The successful candidate will bring: /h3ulliA Master's degree or Doctorate in Education or a related discipline. /liliSignificant senior leadership experience within complex education systems, international school groups or comparable organisations. /liliDemonstrated success in leading educational transformation and improving learner outcomes across multiple schools, jurisdictions or countries. /liliDeep expertise in curriculum, pedagogy, assessment, educational quality assurance, professional learning and school improvement. /liliExperience working across culturally diverse contexts, particularly within the Global South. /liliStrong understanding of educational innovation, digital learning and future-focused education. /liliDemonstrated ability to analyse educational evidence and translate data into strategic action. /liliOutstanding communication, collaboration and relationship-building skills. /liliA genuine commitment to values-based education, pluralism and improving quality of life through educational excellence. /li /ulpAbove all, the successful candidate will be an inspiring, collaborative and values-driven leader who can unite diverse stakeholders behind a shared educational vision while enabling schools, educators and operating regions to achieve their full potential. /ph3This position is open to international applicants. /h3 /p #J-18808-Ljbffr