Specialist, Rankings & Communications

About the role

The Aga Khan University is seeking a Specialist to support its Institutional Rankings Steering Committee. This role will coordinate data, communications, and sustainability initiatives to enhance the university’s global and thematic ranking performance.

Key responsibilities

• Act as focal point and secretary for the Institutional Rankings Steering Committee.
• Collect, verify, and analyse data to improve global and thematic rankings.
• Collaborate with the Communications team to develop campaigns and content on rankings and Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) initiatives.
• Coordinate SDG Impact Rankings submissions and gather SDG‑related achievements from departments.
• Manage rankings content, portals, dashboards, and the SDG Hub webpage following best practices.
• Produce impact stories for the SDG Hub, website, publications, newsletters, and social media.
• Research global ranking and SDG benchmarks and support mapping and planning exercises.
• Communicate ranking outcomes internally and externally and prepare briefings for leadership.
• Undertake other relevant tasks as assigned.

Required profile

• Minimum Master’s degree in Communications, Public Policy, Social Sciences, Education, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in project coordination, communications, or institutional research.
• Experience or understanding of higher‑education rankings, sustainability reporting, or SDG‑related initiatives is preferred.
• Excellent communication and writing abilities.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Required skills

• Proficiency in data management and analysis tools such as Excel.
• Experience with Power BI or similar business‑intelligence platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and coordinate across departments.