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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Vice Principal Residential Life
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience3 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldEducation / Teaching 
Responsibilities
- Assist in developing the ethos and culture of Residential Life to align with the school’s vision and mission.
- Actively support the HoRL in implementing long-term strategies for managing residences.
- Provide input into the planning and execution of residential activities programs.
- Monitor and ensure the welfare, safety, discipline, and pastoral well-being of residential students under guidance from the HoRL.
- Support new student inductions and ensure their smooth integration into residential life.
- Assist in identifying individual student needs and ensuring appropriate support mechanisms are in place.
- Promote safeguarding practices among residential staff and ensure compliance with child protection guidelines.
- Assist in supervising Heads of Residential Blocks to ensure consistent implementation of policies.
- Provide training, development, and induction support for residential staff as directed by the HoRL.
- Collaborate with HoRL in planning staff supervision rotas and ensuring adequate coverage during absences.
- Chair meetings with residential staff or students as delegated by the HoRL to gather feedback or address concerns.
- Help organize evening/weekend activities, trips, and events in coordination with relevant staff members.
- Ensure maintenance requests are communicated effectively to relevant departments for timely resolution.
- Assist in maintaining residential policies and literature, including contributing to updates for handbooks.
- Support the preparation of reports related to residential life for the Academy’s development plan.
- Foster positive relationships with parents/guardians through regular communication as delegated by the HoRL.
- Act as a liaison between parents/guardians and Heads of Residential Blocks regarding student progress or concerns.
The requirements
- Teaching Certification required.
- Experience as a classroom practitioner within an inquiry-based program preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of leadership experience in a residential program at an international setup.
- Child Protection and Safeguarding trained.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively within a diverse community.
- Attention to detail, discretion, and integrity in handling sensitive matters.
- This position provides critical support to ensure smooth operations within residential life while fostering a nurturing environment for students aligned with the school’s mission.
Method of Application Interested and qualified? Go to Aga Khan Academy on krb-xjobs.brassring.com to apply
