Agakhan school service Tanzania Jobs school councillors

 About the job

Company Description

Aga Khan Education Service, Tanzania is part of the global Aga Khan Development Network, which has a longstanding commitment to advancing quality education. The organization operates schools that provide holistic education, emphasizing academic excellence, ethical leadership, and character development. Located in Tanzania, the institution focuses on nurturing students to become responsible global citizens while promoting inclusive and community-oriented education.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a School Counsellor based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The School Counsellor will provide support and guidance to students in their personal, academic, and career journeys. Responsibilities include conducting counseling sessions, providing career advice, addressing students' mental health and emotional well-being, and collaborating with educators and parents to create a supportive learning environment. The role also involves implementing programs and workshops that foster student development and resilience.

Key Responsibilities

    Provide counselling services to students, supporting their emotional, social, and academic wellbeing.

    Deliver individual and group counselling sessions, conduct assessments, and develop intervention plans as needed.

    Work closely with teachers, parents, and school leaders to create a supportive and inclusive school environment.

    Facilitate identification and management of key counselling risks.

    Ensure robust counselling arrangements are in place and consistently monitored.

    Promote counselling awareness among staff, students, and parents through training and guidance.

    Maintain accurate documentation and reporting in line with AKS counselling standards for children and adults

Qualifications and Experience

    Bachelor’s degree in counselling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field (master’s degree is an added advantage).

    Professional certification in counselling or child protection is highly desirable.

    Minimum of 2–4 years of counselling experience, preferably in a school setting.

    Strong knowledge of safeguarding practices, child protection frameworks, and risk management.

    Excellent communication, empathy, confidentiality, and interpersonal skills.

    Ability to work collaboratively with multiple departments and stakeholders.

    Demonstrated commitment to the wellbeing and safety of children.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their application, cover letter, detailed CV, and copies of academic certificates at hr@akest.org.