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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Advise students on IB subject selection, academic planning, and alignment with university and career goals.
Guide students and families through the global university application process, including country-specific requirements, essay writing, interview preparation, and standardized testing.
Provide up-to-date, unbiased information on universities and programs worldwide, including scholarship and financial aid opportunities.
Organize and lead university visits, college fairs, and career exploration events.
Support students in identifying and pursuing relevant extracurriculars, internships, and job shadowing experiences.
Personal and Social-Emotional Support
Offer individual and group counselling tailored to students’ developmental and social-emotional needs.
Conduct early and crisis interventions as needed, and make appropriate referrals to external professionals.
Foster a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive environment for all students.
Develop strong relationships with students, parents, faculty, and university representatives to ensure a smooth college application process.
Maintain open, regular communication with parents through meetings, workshops, and written updates.
Liaise with the IB Coordinator, teachers, and administration to support student success.
Design, implement, and assess a comprehensive college and career counselling program aligned with IB philosophy and school mission.
Collect, analyse, and interpret data to assess program effectiveness and student outcomes.
Prepare and update the school profile, college handbook, and relevant documentation for university applications.
Write counsellor references and coordinate teacher recommendations for university applications.
Professionalism and Development
Adhere to the ethical standards of the counselling profession and the principles of organizations such as IACAC and NACAC.
Engage in ongoing professional development, attend conferences, and maintain active membership in relevant professional associations.
Represent students and the institution honestly and openly, always prioritizing student well-being.
The requirements
Master’s degree in Counseling or a related field from an accredited institution.
Valid teaching certificate.
Additional certification in school counseling is highly desirable.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a school counselor in an international school setting, preferably with IB Diploma Programme students.
Professional membership in IACAC, NACAC, or similar associations.
Demonstrated experience in college and career counseling, including familiarity with university admissions processes worldwide.
Exemplary counseling, communication, and presentation skills.
Strong organizational, planning, and data management abilities2.
High level of cultural sensitivity and understanding of international student needs.
Ability to work collaboratively and diplomatically with diverse stakeholders.
Proficiency in English (spoken and written); additional languages are an asset.
Computer literacy and familiarity with university application platforms.
Experience as an IB Coordinator or in IB event management.
Knowledge of and experience with global university admissions platforms (e.g., Common App, UCAS, Unifrog).
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