Posted Sep 24, 2026 11 views
Aga Khan University, established in 1983 as Pakistan’s first private international university, is dedicated to delivering education, research, and healthcare services of international standards relevant to Pakistan and the surrounding region. The University operates teaching sites across Pakistan, East Africa, the United Kingdom, and Afghanistan, and is a key part of the Aga Khan Development Network. The affiliated Aga Khan University Hospital offers advanced clinical and diagnostic facilities. Committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, AKU upholds respectful relationships among its faculty, staff, trainees, volunteers, beneficiaries, and communities, including children and vulnerable adults.
The Institute for Educational Development is seeking a Research Associate to contribute to a grant-funded project focused on developing a Teacher Career Pathway and Promotion Framework for Balochistan. This framework aims to establish a transparent, competency-based career progression system that links teacher advancement with classroom performance. It supports dual career pathways for teachers to excel either as educators or leaders, integrates performance indicators, enhances teacher motivation, and introduces teaching licenses.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute and support primary field data collection activities, including pre-testing research tools in designated areas.
- Conduct and facilitate focus group discussions with school teachers, headmasters, education managers, and other key stakeholders to identify challenges in teacher promotion and performance evaluation.
- Lead community outreach and mobilization efforts, gathering feedback from parents, local teachers, and school communities.
- Collaborate with the central AKU-IED team based in Karachi to provide insights into the social and educational dynamics of Balochistan.
- Ensure representation and feedback from marginalized groups and female teachers across various districts.
- Document field processes, community feedback sessions, and stakeholder meetings to supply qualitative data to the core research team.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or Natural Sciences from a reputable national or international university.
- Minimum of two years’ relevant experience in the education sector or a related field.
- Strong understanding of the local socio-cultural and educational context.
- Proven ability to conduct semi-structured focus group discussions and navigate school environments effectively.
- Excellent interpersonal skills for community outreach and engagement with diverse school communities.
- Effective communication skills to interact with local education stakeholders and marginalized community members.
Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process.
Additional Information
This is a contractual position based primarily in Karachi, Pakistan, with activities extending to Quetta and other locations within the country. Aga Khan University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. The position offers the opportunity to work on a significant educational development project that aims to improve teacher career progression and educational outcomes in Balochistan.
Applications are invited until the closing date of September 30, 2026.
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