University and Careers Counsellor

About the role

The Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi, the only authorised International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum school in East Africa, is recruiting a University and Careers Counsellor for its Senior School. The counsellor gives academic and career guidance to students in the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme, supporting subject choices, university aspirations, career planning and the transition to post-secondary education.

Key responsibilities

• Support students and parents through subject selection, career exploration and university application processes
• Guide students on university selection, personal statements, statements of purpose, recommendation letters and application requirements
• Advise on international higher education systems, scholarships, admissions trends, visa requirements and standardized testing
• Use university application platforms such as UCAS, CommonApp, College Board and Maia Learning
• Work with staff and stakeholders to integrate career education into the curriculum
• Facilitate parent and student workshops, and plan and coordinate university fairs, Career Days, job-shadowing programmes and internships
• Manage multiple student applications, deadlines and institutional requirements, and monitor placements, scholarships and alumni outcomes

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Counselling or a related field
• Minimum of 4-5 years' experience in a secondary school environment, preferably in university or careers counselling
• Experience supporting students and families through university admissions and applications
• Knowledge of university admissions, scholarships, financial aid and standardized testing (including SAT/ACT)
• Understanding of the IB curriculum and global university systems
• Experience in an international or multicultural school is an added advantage

Required skills

• UCAS knowledge and familiarity with other international application platforms
• ManageBac and student transcript generation and management
• Strong written and verbal English, report writing, presentations and facilitation
• Research, data management and analytical skills

Applications close on 22 November 2026 via the Aga Khan Schools careers page.