The Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKES, Kenya) has announced new career opportunities for qualified professionals seeking to join one of the country’s leading educational institutions. The vacancies are available in Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nairobi, offering opportunities in teaching and construction project management.
AKES, Kenya operates five schools across Kenya, providing nursery to senior secondary education through both national and international curricula. It is part of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), a group of private development agencies committed to improving living conditions and expanding opportunities for people of all faiths and backgrounds in developing regions.
These positions provide successful candidates with an opportunity to contribute to high-quality education and major institutional development projects while supporting the organization’s commitment to excellence.
The available positions include:
- Teacher – Maths & Physics
- ECDE Teacher
- Works Package Manager – Construction (K-12 School Project)
Below are the detailed job descriptions for each position.
1. Teacher – Maths & Physics
Reference Number: 4889BR
Organization: Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya
Duty Station: Aga Khan High School Mombasa
Role Summary
The Teacher – Maths & Physics will provide a broad, balanced and differentiated learning experience for students in accordance with the national curriculum, the school’s educational objectives and curriculum policies. The role focuses on delivering high-quality teaching while promoting academic achievement, student development and effective classroom management.
The successful candidate will support the school’s commitment to excellence by creating engaging learning experiences, monitoring student progress, and contributing to the overall academic development of learners.
Key Responsibilities
The Teacher – Maths & Physics will be responsible for:
- Preparing and delivering high-quality lessons that align with the school’s vision, mission and curriculum.
- Teaching Mathematics and Physics across different classes and student ability levels in accordance with approved schemes of work.
- Implementing assessment for learning strategies, including recording, monitoring and reporting student progress.
- Developing programmes that address the varying needs, abilities and interests of learners.
- Applying a wide range of instructional methods, teaching resources and educational media to improve learning outcomes.
- Continuously evaluating student performance throughout the academic year.
- Participating in the development and review of teaching materials and departmental schemes of work.
- Working collaboratively with fellow teachers within the faculty to improve curriculum delivery.
- Sharing responsibility for maintaining the safety, welfare and discipline of students.
- Supporting learners who require additional academic assistance or intervention.
- Carrying out supervisory responsibilities according to established duty schedules.
- Participating in meetings with parents regarding student academic progress and welfare.
- Collaborating with colleagues on matters related to teaching, learning and school improvement.
- Supporting the school’s commitment to continuous improvement in teaching standards.
- Promoting positive student engagement and academic excellence.
- Contributing to an inclusive learning environment that encourages participation and achievement.
- Upholding the values, policies and educational standards of Aga Khan Schools.
- Supporting effective classroom management and learner participation.
- Monitoring student development and providing appropriate academic guidance.
- Participating fully in school activities that contribute to student success.
2. ECDE Teacher
Reference Number: 4891BR
Organization: Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya
Duty Station: Aga Khan Nursery School, Kisumu
Role Summary
The ECDE Teacher will create a nurturing and stimulating environment that supports the learning and development of young children. The position aims to enhance early childhood development while fostering curiosity, creativity, confidence and a lifelong love for learning.
The teacher will support children’s cognitive, emotional, physical and social growth by implementing age-appropriate learning experiences within the Competency Based Curriculum (CBC).
Key Responsibilities
The ECDE Teacher will be responsible for:
- Developing and implementing age-appropriate lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Supporting children’s cognitive, physical, emotional and social development.
- Creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive classroom environment.
- Encouraging exploration, creativity and independent learning among young learners.
- Providing diverse learning experiences through play-based learning activities.
- Conducting group discussions and individualized instruction based on learner needs.
- Adapting teaching approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Building positive relationships with children, parents and fellow staff members.
- Promoting open communication and collaboration with families.
- Monitoring each child’s learning progress and developmental milestones.
- Maintaining accurate learner records and documentation.
- Providing regular feedback to parents regarding children’s development.
- Supporting children’s language and communication development.
- Promoting problem-solving skills and critical thinking.
- Assisting children in developing fine and gross motor skills.
- Encouraging healthy social interaction and teamwork.
- Promoting positive behaviour through age-appropriate classroom management strategies.
- Using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage appropriate behaviour.
- Establishing classroom expectations that promote discipline and responsibility.
- Encouraging independence and self-help skills including:
- Toileting
- Dressing
- Eating
- Planning and coordinating educational field trips and learning activities.
- Organizing classroom events that enhance children’s learning experiences.
- Providing practical, hands-on learning opportunities.
- Keeping up to date with developments in early childhood education.
- Participating in professional development workshops and conferences.
- Supporting continuous improvement in teaching practice and learner outcomes.
- Contributing to the overall academic and personal development of learners.
3. Works Package Manager – Construction (K-12 School Project)
Reference Number: 4370BR
Organization: Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya
Duty Station: Nairobi
Contract Duration: Project-based (3–4 years)
Role Summary
The Works Package Manager – Construction will oversee the planning, coordination and successful delivery of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire (MEPF) systems for the Aga Khan International School – Wayaki Way project.
The position is responsible for ensuring that all technical, safety, quality, cost and project delivery requirements are achieved throughout every phase of construction, from design through commissioning, handover and the defects liability period.
Working closely with consultants, contractors and internal project teams, the Works Package Manager will coordinate the successful execution of MEPF work packages while ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and organizational standards.
Key Responsibilities
The Works Package Manager will be responsible for:
- Defining project scope for Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire (MEPF) systems.
- Coordinating MEPF design activities and technical integration.
- Preparing and reviewing cost estimates for MEPF packages.
- Managing tendering processes including:
- Contractor prequalification
- Bid evaluation
- Contractor selection
- Coordinating with project consultants and design teams.
- Ensuring MEPF systems are fully integrated into the overall project design.
- Reviewing and validating contractors’ Bills of Quantities (BoQs).
- Reviewing site progress reports and quality assurance documentation.
- Assessing contractor variation claims.
- Conducting daily site inspections.
- Verifying equipment installation, performance and operational readiness.
- Monitoring compliance with project specifications and technical requirements.
- Ensuring all safety requirements are implemented and maintained.
- Reviewing and approving project risk assessments.
- Coordinating labour planning and resource allocation.
- Monitoring supplier schedules and delivery timelines.
- Supervising subcontractor performance throughout the project lifecycle.
- Managing project snagging activities.
- Coordinating testing, commissioning and validation of completed systems.
- Ensuring final room readiness before project handover.
- Preparing defects lists during the one-year defects liability period.
- Monitoring timely resolution of identified defects.
- Facilitating equipment training and operational handover to facilities teams.
- Monitoring greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in line with AKDN’s net-zero commitment.
- Maintaining comprehensive project documentation.
- Participating in design, coordination and project progress meetings.
- Monitoring project schedules and performance indicators.
- Preparing project management reports for leadership.
- Managing approvals and certifications required for contractor payments.
- Identifying innovative MEPF technologies and best practices.
- Supporting continuous improvement in project delivery.
- Ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, technical standards and regulatory requirements.
- Performing any additional duties assigned by the Construction Director.
Why Consider These Opportunities?
These vacancies provide professionals with the opportunity to work within one of Kenya’s well-established educational institutions while contributing to quality education and institutional development. The available roles span classroom teaching, early childhood education and large-scale construction project management, allowing professionals from different disciplines to contribute to the continued growth of Aga Khan Schools in Kenya.
Candidates interested in any of the advertised positions should submit their applications through the official Aga Khan Education Service recruitment portal before the respective closing dates indicated on the vacancy page.
