Careers
The Aga Khan Foundation is a leading international development organisation working to address the root causes of poverty. For more than 50 years, we have helped create strong community institutions that support sustainable, locally driven initiatives to improve the lives of millions of people. By combining local knowledge with global best practices, we strive to bring about transformative and long-lasting improvements to quality of life.
If you would like to join our team and support our mission to build a future where we all thrive together, explore our current job opportunities below.
Available positions
Facilities and Operations Manager (UK)
The Facilities and Operations Manager is responsible for managing the effective functioning of the Aga Khan Centre in London’s King’s Cross to provide safe, efficient, secure, legally compliant and environmentally friendly spaces for residents, employees, students and visitors.
Leading a small team, the Facilities and Operations Manager will be responsible for providing a seamless support service to manage and deliver high quality proactive and reactive maintenance to a standard which is in accordance with the nature of the Aga Khan Centre and provides value for money. The role covers all aspects of repairs & maintenance, including plumbing, air conditioning, electrics, building fabric, health & safety and emergency support and requires the postholder to be hands-on, supporting the maintenance team with technical support, knowledge & coordination as well as executing PPM plans, managing contractors and overseeing and inspecting works.
The Facilities and Operations Manager will be a natural people person who leads with warmth, fairness and consistency, builds strong relationships across the team and the wider building, and is confident in managing day-to-day situations with empathy, sound judgment and a balanced approach.
This is an office-based role, Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day (including a 1-hour unpaid break), to be worked flexibly within the hours of 8am and 6pm. Whilst weekend work is rare, there may be occasional requirements to attend site outside of normal working hours. The postholder will also be required to be on call for out-of-hours emergencies.
Application details
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Applications must include a CV and a supporting statement that outlines why you want the role, why you want to work for AKF(UK) and how your experiences and skills to date will make you the most suitable applicant for the role.
- Closing date: 12th October 2026
- Salary: £55,000 + benefits
- Apply here
Head of Finance & Administration (UK)
The Head of Finance & Administration will support the CFO in ensuring the effective and efficient management of the organisation’s financial and administrative functions. This includes overseeing financial processing, accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, donations management, office administration and external audits.
The role is responsible for managing cash flow, investments and online banking, while serving as the primary contact for all banks. The postholder will ensure the accuracy, integrity and reliability of all financial information and systems.
Application details
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Applications must include a CV and a supporting statement that outlines why you want the role, why you want to work for AKF(UK) and how your experiences and skills to date will make you the most suitable applicant for the role.
- Closing date: 22nd September 2026
- Salary: £75,000 + benefits
- Apply here
For opportunities within the wider Aga Khan Development Network, please visit the AKDN Careers Centre.
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