The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) is a pioneering institution transforming STEM education and research in Africa. Founded in 2003, AIMS has grown into the continent’s largest network of centres of excellence for training, research, and public engagement in mathematical sciences. With six centres across Africa, AIMS provide a world class, pan-African, and interdisciplinary learning environment that equips young Africans with skills to address critical challenges such as climate change, food security,
and pandemics.
To date, AIMS has trained over 3,500 graduates from 45 African countries, with 35% being women. The majority (approximately 70%) have remained in Africa and are driving change in fields like healthcare, education, renewable education, and digital innovation. Through its unique model and inclusive approach, AIMS empower the next generation of African innovators and leaders, fostering sustainable
socio-economic development across the continent. If you bring a collaborative spirit with a passion to effect change, consider this opportunity:

AIMS Ghana now invites applications for the position of Academic Director. Reporting to the Centre President, you will spearhead the management of all academic aspects of the Centre – one of five international settings that conduct teaching, research, and outreach in the mathematical sciences. Serving a roster of students from across Africa and under the direction of the Centre President, you will manage and contribute to an innovative and international-class academic programme at the Master’s level in the Mathematical Sciences. In close collaboration with the Academic Manager, the Centre President and Academic Council, you will lead the proper functioning of the academic programmes, including the selection of students, the structure of the curriculum, the selection of courses and lecturers, and give leadership to a diverse team of tutors and world-class visiting lecturers. Additionally, it is anticipated that you will be an active contributor and catalyst to research and outreach initiatives, ultimately to facilitate and set the groundwork for the Centre’s continued growth.

Key Functions

Curriculum Development & Management

• Collaborate with network-wide academic peers to contribute to the ongoing growth of academic offerings
• Provide support (academically) to the Centre President and the CAO during the project proposal writing and fundraising activities, or the development of related documentation
• Give direction and oversight to the academic team, including students, lecturers and tutors, actively leading the selection process of each category of team members (involving partner universities and other actors)
• Daily management of the established curriculum, including scheduling, interaction with lecturers, interaction with students, interaction with tutors, the student development officer and other colleagues who will have the opportunity to influence the learning environment
• Ensure quality assurance while implementing the established curriculum.

Deadline: 1st December, 2025

Click HERE for detailed application information.