Head of Academy

2 days ago

India AKDN Full time ₹ 1,50,000 - ₹ 2,50,000 per year
The Aga Khan Academies is an integrated network of residential schools dedicated to expanding access to education of an international standard of excellence to exceptional young men and women regardless of their ability to pay. The Aga Khan Academies' foundational values include pluralism, meritocracy and civil society. Housed in spacious and attractive campuses with beautiful facilities, the Academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum from the Primary Years Programme to the Diploma Programme and provide a rich opportunity for both teachers and students alike to grow both professionally and personally. The first Aga Khan Academy opened in Mombasa, Kenya in 2003. This was followed by an Academy in Hyderabad, India in 2011, Maputo, Mozambique in 2013 and Dhaka, Bangladesh in 2022. More information...
Experience & Qualifications
  • Proven leadership experience in international schools with reputations for academic excellence.
  • Strong track record of academic leadership, with experience of IB continuum education (PYP, MYP, DP).
  • Experience living and working internationally, ideally in South Asia or the Global South.
  • Demonstrated ability in team building, staff development, and performance management.
  • Experience managing complex budgets, facilities, and operations in education.
  • Strong external relations experience – including admissions, marketing, fundraising, and partnerships.
Leadership Competencies
  • Strategic and pedagogical leadership with a focus on high expectations and continuous improvement.
  • Ability to build a collaborative school culture and strong sense of community.
  • Decisive yet consultative leadership style, able to inspire, energise and empower others.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey vision clearly and authentically.
  • Deep commitment to pluralism, ethics, and service as core values of education.
Personal Characteristics
  • High intellectual capacity, stamina, and resilience.
  • Open-minded, culturally aware, and committed to fostering diversity and inclusion.
  • Strong emotional intelligence and people skills to build trust and spot talent.
  • Integrity, humility, creativity, and a collaborative mindset.
  • Passion for developing young people as future leaders for India.
The Aga Khan Academies network is seeking an inspirational and visionary Head of Academy to lead the The Aga Khan Academy Hyderabad - a world-class IB World School nurturing future leaders of civil society.

Located on a stunning 100-acre purpose-built campus in India, AKA Hyderabad combines academic excellence with a deep commitment to pluralism, ethics, and service. This is a rare opportunity to guide an established Academy into its next exciting chapter and shape the lives of talented young people from across South Asia, Africa, and beyond.

AKA is  looking for a leader with:
Experience leading high-performing international schools
Strong IB curriculum expertise (PYP, MYP, DP)
Cultural agility, strategic vision, and a passion for developing future leaders

The Head of Academy is the chief executive of the Academy, accountable to the Board of AKES, India, and reporting to the CEO of AKES, India. The Head provides strategic and operational leadership, ensuring the Academy fulfils His Highness the Aga Khan's vision of developing future leaders for India through an outstanding and transformative education.

As the leader of the Senior Leadership Team, the Head of Academy is responsible for academic excellence, staff development, student well-being, financial sustainability, and strong stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide visionary leadership that reflects the mission and pluralistic values of the Aga Khan Academies.
  • Ensure delivery of high-quality education within the IB Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes.
  • Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team, ensuring staff appraisal and professional growth.
  • Foster a strong, inclusive school culture rooted in academic excellence, ethics, service, and community engagement.
  • Develop effective admissions and marketing strategies to attract a diverse student body.
  • Maintain strong relationships with parents, students, staff, alumni, and the wider community.
  • Ensure prudent financial management, budgeting, and longterm sustainability of the Academy.
  • Represent the Academy nationally and internationally, strengthening links with schools, universities, and partners.
  • Collaborate with AKES, India and the Aga Khan Schools Head Office on policy, strategy, and campus development.

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