Academy Program Manager, EMEA

Axis Communications; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Dubai is seeking an experienced Academy Program Manager to lead and innovate the Axis Academy. This role involves developing comprehensive strategies, driving content creation, and collaborating with international teams to improve learning outcomes. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in relevant fields and possess strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills. This permanent position offers a chance to make a significant impact across the EMEA region.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in education, learning technology, training, communications, or marketing.
• Strong experience with LMS platforms and digital learning tools.
• Background as a trainer or education program owner is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Own strategy and execution for Axis Academy positioning across EMEA.
• Develop comprehensive EMEA Academy Strategy and marketing plan.
• Drive content development and thought leadership for educational content.

Skills

Project leadership

Analytical skills

Storytelling skills

Collaboration in cross-functional environments

Tools

LMS platforms

Digital learning tools

Modern training methodologies

Job description

Description

Do you want to shape the future of learning in the surveillance industry? Axis Communications is looking for a strategic and creative Academy Program Manager to provide quality education and training to our partners and customers in EMEA, and to develop and elevate the Axis Academy experience across the whole region.

This is an office-based role at one of our EMEA offices (Ismaning, Lund, Prague, Paris, Luton, Madrid, Milan, Rotterdam, Johannesburg, Dubai or Warsaw).

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

As Academy Program Manager EMEA you will own the strategy and execution of how Axis Academy is positioned, experienced, and adopted across the region.

You will develop and execute a comprehensive EMEA Academy Strategy including a marketing plan that strengthens the learning experience before, during, and after training across all Academy touchpoints. You ensure that all communication clearly focuses on learning outcomes and value, rather than administration or logistics. You continuously explore how to further evolve the program and introduce new engagement formats — such as digital badges, interactive media, competitions, and other learning tools—in close collaboration with regional and EMEA Sales, Marketing, and Solution Engineering teams. You also monitor global learning trends and translate them into relevant strategies and execution aligned with evolving customer and partner needs.

A key part of the role is driving content development and thought leadership. You will coordinate the creation of educational content across multiple formats, including learning tracks, technical “how-to” clips, webinars featuring Axis experts, infographics, blogs, quizzes, and learner guides. This includes building clear learner journeys, promoting certification pathways, encouraging learner testimonials, and developing automated email journeys to guide course selection and promote new educational resources.

You will work cross-functionally with Global HQ, Head Regional Academy teams, and EMEA stakeholders to ensure alignment on messaging, branding, priorities, and execution. Acting as the voice of EMEA, you will drive regional priorities globally, represent EMEA in Academy councils, and help shape system, IT, and tool development together with Training, Sales, and Marketing teams.

You will define and track KPIs, use dashboards and analytics to measure engagement and learning performance, and provide insights to continuously improve participation and outcomes. In addition, you will lead, inspire, and support regional Academy experts, helping them adopt new ways of working, grow Academy adoption, and drive alignment across EMEA by harmonizing priorities and fostering a unified focus.

WHO ARE YOU?

You are passionate about education and learning, and thrive at the intersection of strategy, content, communication, and change management.

We expect you to have:

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in education, learning technology, training, communications, or marketing
• Strong experience with LMS platforms, digital learning tools, and modern training methodologies
• A background as a trainer, educator, or education program owner is highly valued

Morever, we believe that you are/have:

• A strong project leader with an analytical and structured approach
• Learner-centric, creative, and open to experimenting with new engagement formats
• The ability to translate complex technical topics into clear and engaging content
• Excellent storytelling skills – written, visual, and verbal
• Strong collaboration skills in international, cross-functional environments
• Excellent written and spoken English

READY TO ACT?

Apply now and be part of our dynamic team driving innovation and growth in the EMEA region!

Type of Employment: Permanent Employment

Posting End Date: 2026-02-28

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