Posted Sep 26, 2026 170 views
Aga Khan University is seeking a Research Associate to join the Institute for Educational Development in Quetta, Pakistan. This role supports a grant-funded project focused on developing a Teacher Career Pathway and Promotion Framework aimed at establishing a transparent, competency-based career system for teachers in Balochistan. The framework is designed to link teacher career progression with classroom performance, provide dual pathways for teaching and leadership roles, integrate performance indicators, improve motivation, and introduce teaching licenses. The successful candidate will play a key role in field data collection, community engagement, and qualitative research to inform this important educational initiative.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute and support primary field data collection activities, including pre-testing research tools in designated areas.
- Conduct and facilitate semi-structured focus group discussions with school teachers, headmasters, education managers, and other 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 local social and educational dynamics of Balochistan.
- Ensure inclusive 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
- A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or Natural Sciences from a reputable national or international university.
- At least two years of relevant experience in the education sector or a related field.
- Deep understanding of the local socio-cultural and educational context.
- Proven ability to conduct semi-structured focus group discussions and effectively navigate school environments.
- Strong 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.
Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
While not explicitly stated, candidates with experience working in marginalized communities or with female educators in Balochistan will be well-positioned for this role. Aga Khan University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding the rights and dignity of all individuals, including children and vulnerable adults. The university offers a respectful and supportive work environment aligned with international standards in education and research.
This position is contractual and funded through a grant, providing an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to educational development in a challenging yet rewarding context.
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