In a significant development for Pakistan’s standing in the global education community, Dr. Naveed Yousuf, the Chief Executive Officer of the Aga Khan University Examination Board (AKU-EB), has been appointed Vice President of the International Association for Educational Assessment (IAEA), a prominent worldwide body dedicated to advancing quality in educational assessment.
According to AKU information today, Dr. Yousuf is set to commence his two-year vice-presidential term in 2025. This new role comes after his election earlier this year as a Member of the Board of Trustees for a three-year term, placing him in a dual leadership position within the influential association.
These appointments position both Dr. Yousuf and Pakistan at the forefront of the international dialogue on learning, assessment, and evaluation. His election serves as a direct testament to his deep expertise in assessment and psychometrics and underscores the established reputation of AKU-EB as a transformative force in education.
“It is an honour to represent Pakistan and the Aga Khan University Examination Board on a platform as globally respected as the IAEA,’ said Dr. Naveed Yousuf. ‘As both Trustee and Vice President, I look forward to contributing to shaping the future of educational assessment worldwide while drawing from global expertise to further strengthen our practices at home.’
The IAEA is a global forum that unites examining bodies, research organisations, and government agencies from over 50 countries to champion robust assessment tools worldwide.
Within Pakistan, AKU-EB is recognized for pioneering rigorous, transparent, and fair examinations that prioritize critical thinking and conceptual understanding over rote memorization-an approach that strongly aligns with the IAEA”s global mission for quality and excellence.
In his new capacity, Dr. Yousuf will play a critical role in guiding the IAEA’s strategic direction, ensuring active international collaboration, and advocating for inclusive, evidence-based assessment practices. This achievement is a proud milestone, affirming Pakistan’s growing contribution to the international education community.