The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), through its various health and education agencies in Kenya, is committed to delivering excellence in service across health and education sectors. With a strong footprint in East Africa, the Aga Khan Health Services (AKHS), Aga Khan Education Services (AKES), and the Aga Khan Academies seek to bring high-quality healthcare and education to communities, grounded in ethics, inclusivity, and sustainability.
As part of this continued growth and service commitment, applications are invited for the following exciting opportunities across different AKDN institutions. These positions provide a unique opportunity to work within one of the most respected not-for-profit development networks in the world.
1. Head of Human Resources
Reference: 4314BR
Location: Aga Khan Hospital, Mombasa
Institution: Aga Khan Health Services
Overview
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Head of Human Resources will lead the strategic HR function for the hospital, supporting its mission of delivering quality healthcare. The role demands a visionary and hands-on leader who ensures compliance, promotes a culture of safeguarding, and aligns HR initiatives with institutional goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic HR Leadership
- Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with AKHS’s mission.
- Provide strategic HR counsel to senior management using data-driven insights.
- Review and ensure compliance of HR policies with Kenyan labor laws and AKDN standards.
- Talent Development & Compliance
- Drive a Staff Qualification & Education Plan and annual training calendar.
- Coordinate onboarding programs and training in collaboration with key departments.
- Manage HR legal matters and lead collective bargaining processes.
- Employee Relations & Performance
- Foster employee engagement and promote an inclusive culture.
- Benchmark roles, manage HR budgets, and oversee workforce planning.
- Direct the annual performance management cycle and training for HODs.
- Safeguarding & HR Operations
- Champion safeguarding practices and manage immigration compliance.
- Maintain HR systems and ensure data protection compliance.
- Support JCIA and SQE accreditation through effective HR processes.
- Team Leadership
- Set objectives and appraise HR team performance.
- Allocate resources to support staff development.
- Resolve workplace conflicts and oversee team workloads.
2. Administrative Assistant – Kisumu
Reference: 4315BR
Location: Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu
Institution: Aga Khan Health Services
Overview
The Administrative Assistant will provide critical support to the Medical and Nursing Directors. The role involves managing clinical governance documentation and driving quality improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to the Medical and Nursing Directors.
- Schedule meetings, manage calendars, and prepare official documents.
- Take minutes in meetings and ensure follow-up on action items.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
- Support training sessions and departmental initiatives.
- Track departmental projects and support compliance monitoring.
- Manage practitioner data, privilege documentation, and committee records.
- Monitor costs related to clinical governance activities.
- Maintain confidentiality and effective use of departmental resources.
3. Executive Assistant – Kisumu
Reference: 4316BR
Location: Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu
Institution: Aga Khan Health Services
Overview
The Executive Assistant will report to the CEO and provide administrative and logistical support to the executive office. The role ensures efficient operation and communication flow within the executive suite.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and manage the CEO’s diary and meeting schedules.
- Draft and dispatch internal/external correspondence.
- Prepare presentations and meeting materials.
- Attend to internal/external calls and emails.
- Receive and direct visitors and correspondence appropriately.
- Organize travel, logistics, and video conferencing for the CEO and senior leadership.
- Record and follow up on action points from executive meetings.
- Maintain filing systems and ensure data confidentiality.
- Support strategic documentation and contact management for the CEO’s office.
4. Academy Fellows
Reference: 4319BR
Location: Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa
Institution: Aga Khan Academies
Overview
The Academy Fellow serves as a Residential Parent and mentor, supporting students’ academic and social development in a dynamic international school environment. This is a full-time, immersive role contributing to multiple facets of student life.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as Residential Parent, ensuring a supportive residential environment.
- Offer academic support and tutoring (~10 hours/week) in subjects such as Math, Science, or English as an Additional Language.
- Develop and deliver a weekly Service-Learning Programme for Years 6–10.
- Mentor a small group of students on academic and personal development.
- Support co-curricular programs (e.g., athletics, music, clubs, debating, SAT prep).
- Chaperone students during off-campus activities and day trips.
- Engage in broader Academy activities to foster holistic student growth.
5. Accounts Payable Accountant (Temporary Role)
Reference: 4322BR
Location: Nairobi
Institution: Aga Khan Education Services
Overview
This is a temporary role responsible for handling accounts payable processes and supporting financial operations within the education services framework.
Key Responsibilities
- Timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and payments.
- Manage inter-unit and intercompany postings.
- Prepare cost allocation schedules and manage advance payments.
- Review and post petty cash and employee expense claims.
- Conduct supplier reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
- Assist in month-end and year-end closing.
- Support audit processes and ensure tax compliance (e.g., VAT, WHT).
- Collaborate with Procurement and Finance teams.
- Maintain documentation and support process improvement in payables.
6. Interventional Cardiologist
Reference: 4235BR
Location: Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu
Institution: Aga Khan Health Services
Overview
As a key member of the Cath Lab Unit, the Interventional Cardiologist will deliver high-quality, patient-centered cardiology care and contribute to clinical governance and medical excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform advanced interventional cardiology procedures aligned with governance standards.
- Conduct diagnostic evaluations and determine optimal treatment strategies.
- Manage post-procedural care, including follow-ups and patient education.
- Drive development of clinical protocols and participate in audits.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care delivery.
- Mentor junior staff, interns, and participate in CME activities.
- Contribute to research and evidence-based cardiology practices.
How to Apply
To explore and apply for these roles, please visit the official Aga Khan Development Network career portal. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
