Chief of Staff & Director, Cultural Diplomacy

Black Pearl Consult; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Pearl Consult in Abu Dhabi is recruiting a seasoned Chief of Staff & Director – Cultural Affairs to steer executive operations, cultural policy, government relations, and international partnerships in the UAE.

Reporting to the CEO, you will manage high-level stakeholders, represent the organization at senior government and diplomatic levels, and translate strategic aims into tangible, multi-year initiatives.

Qualifications

• Requires high-level leadership experience in major institutions or executive offices.
• Proven track record in managing complex international networks and stakeholder ecosystems.
• Strong diplomatic engagement and ability to navigate government and ministry relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the organization's external and cultural affairs with UAE ministries and international partners.
• Represent the organization at senior government and diplomatic levels with full authority.
• Oversee international partnerships, MOUs, and multi-stakeholder initiatives; drive cross-department projects.

Skills

Executive leadership

Stakeholder management

Diplomatic engagement

International partnerships

Government relations

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Arts/Arts Management/Cultural Policy/Education/Business Administration

Master's degree or PhD in Arts Management/Cultural Governance/Education/Executive MBA

Job description

Black Pearl Consult in Abu Dhabi is recruiting a seasoned Chief of Staff & Director – Cultural Affairs to steer executive operations, cultural policy, government relations, and international partnerships in the UAE.

Reporting to the CEO, you will manage high-level stakeholders, represent the organization at senior government and diplomatic levels, and translate strategic aims into tangible, multi-year initiatives.