Work with Us

There are many ways to get involved with the Aga Khan Academy Mombasa, making a difference to your own lives and those of others. Read about our professional training, job vacancies, fellowship programme and more.

Who Are We Looking For?

We have great ambitions for our students, and for the communities we hope they will work to benefit. Our vision rests with the people who create the environment in which the students live and who share their knowledge and enthusiasm with them. We aim to hire the best educators and staff from within the local community, nationally and internationally. We seek colleagues who are:

Enthusiastic about the Aga Khan Academies’ vision of creating homegrown, ethical leaders in the countries where we operate
Committed to our values of pluralism and meritocracy
Eager to play a role in our vibrant school community

“We are heartened by an important new World Bank study which indicates that it is not the quantity of time or money that leads to educational success, but rather the quality of specific educational experiences. The stimulus provided by extraordinary teachers and exceptional companions is most important.”

His Late Highness Aga Khan IV

Mombasa, August 2007

What Do We Offer?

We offer an outstanding work environment with excellent facilities, a unique and diverse school community, and the opportunities provided by being part of a cross-continental development agency network.

We are strongly committed to continuous learning for our staff and have timetabled weekly professional development sessions. We also host IB workshops, which provide professional training for our own teachers and for educators and school leaders across Kenya.

How Do I Get Involved?

We offer rewarding opportunities for committed professionals to join our academic, leadership, administrative and pastoral teams. Staff enjoy a supportive and inclusive environment, excellent facilities, competitive salaries and real pathways for career development.

Professional training is offered for our own teachers and for educators and school leaders across the region. Please visit our professional development page for more information.

We recruit recent graduates from universities around the world for two-year fellowship placements. If you would like to experience life at an Academy while playing a pastoral role and gaining departmental work experience, please visit our Fellows page.

Our partners and donors play a vital part in the Academies’ success. Whether you are able to offer an internship or contribute towards scholarships for children from varying socioeconomic backgrounds, please find out more about how you can make a difference here.

For more information about employment opportunities at AKA Mombasa and throughout our network, please see our vacancies here or visit the Aga Khan Development Network’s Career Centre.

Fostering Learning and Growth

“I was drawn to the Aga Khan Academy Mombasa for its holistic and purpose-driven approach to education, which integrates the International Baccalaureate curriculum with the Aga Khan Curricular Strands. This unique combination nurtures not only academic excellence but also ethical leadership, values-based learning and a strong sense of global citizenship.

The Academy’s diverse and inclusive community of staff and students encourages collaboration, cultural exchange and shared growth. Regular opportunities for professional development and reflection have deepened my teaching practice, inspiring me to innovate in the classroom while continuing to grow both personally and professionally as part of this dynamic learning environment.”

Anuradha Moshin, Grade 4 Homeroom Teacher, AKA Mombasa

Growing, Learning, Inspiring

“I joined the Academy to be part of a diverse and dynamic community where I could grow professionally while contributing meaningfully. Working at AKA Mombasa has helped me sharpen my communication and organisational skills and it has given me the chance to engage with exciting partnership programmes.

What I value the most is the Academy’s spirit of pluralism and the incredible diversity of students, who bring bright ideas and innovation and go on to succeed at top universities worldwide. It is truly rewarding to be part of this vibrant community. The campus itself is a wonderful place to work, full of energy and collaboration. Every day here feels like an opportunity to learn, grow and be inspired.”

Alinur Milikbekov, Academy Fellow, AKA Mombasa

Spotlights

Nuala Alibhai: Enriching educational and social programmes at the Academy

Nuala Alibhai, Learning Student Support Coordinator, leads inclusive education across the Junior and Senior School. With a background in speech and language therapy and curriculum design, she supports differentiated learning, pluralism and whole-child development across the Academy.