Diploma Programme (DP) Coordinator

About the role

The Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi, the only International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum school in East Africa, is looking for a Diploma Programme (DP) Coordinator. The DP Coordinator leads and oversees the implementation, development and administration of the IB Diploma Programme, acts as the main link between the Academy and the IB, guides staff, students and parents, and supports students in becoming thoughtful, critical and globally minded citizens.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the DP in line with the Academy's mission, vision and IB standards, and develop an annual DP improvement plan
• Act as the main liaison with the IB, managing communication, documentation and compliance, and keep records accurate
• Support recruitment, induction and development of DP staff, and lead DP staff meetings
• Integrate CAS, TOK and the Extended Essay into the DP and coordinate student guidance
• Organise IB examinations, orals and mocks, manage the DP calendar and timetable, and review assessment data
• Advise students on subject selection, work with the Careers Counsellor, and explain DP requirements to students and parents
• Work with the library and other departments on learning resources, and support the Assistant IB Coordinator

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Education, or B.A./B.Sc. with a PGDE, or a relevant field; a Master's degree is an added advantage
• Registration with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC)
• At least five years of teaching experience in the IB Diploma Programme with successful outcomes
• At least three years in a leadership or coordination role within the DP (e.g., Department Head, Assistant Coordinator, TOK/CAS/EE Coordinator)
• Proven experience in IB programme administration, examination procedures and curriculum development

Required skills

• Strong understanding of IB regulations and assessment requirements
• Use of IB electronic platforms such as IBIS
• Academic data management, curriculum planning, timetable coordination and record keeping
• Leadership, communication, stakeholder management, planning and attention to detail