Dr. Naveed Yousuf, 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 leading global organization that advances quality, innovation, and best practices in educational assessment worldwide.
Dr Yousuf’s two-year term as Vice President starts from the year 2025. This appointment follows his earlier election this year as a Member of the Board of Trustees for a three-year term. These dual roles place Dr Yousuf, and by extension Pakistan, in a distinguished position at the forefront of international dialogue on learning, assessment and evaluation.
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. Dr Yousuf’s election is a direct testament to his deep expertise in assessment and psychometrics, and it underscores AKU-EB’s established reputation as a leader in educational transformation.
“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.”
AKU-EB is recognized for pioneering rigorous, transparent, and fair examinations within Pakistan that emphasize critical thinking and conceptual understanding over rote memorization—an approach that aligns strongly with the IAEA’s global mission for quality and excellence. Through its innovative assessment practices and capacity-building initiatives, AKU-EB continues to set national benchmarks for educational integrity, equity, and reform.
In his new capacity, Dr Yousuf will play a critical role in guiding the IAEA’s strategic direction, enusring active international collaboration, and advocating for inclusive, evidence-based assessment practices that advance education worldwide. This achievement is a proud milestone, affirming Pakistan’s growing contribution to the international education community.
