Director - Performing Arts Department (UAEN)

Talents Tide; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Talents Tide is seeking a Performing Arts Department Manager (Director level) in Dubai to lead the sector-wide strategy, engage external stakeholders, and shape policy. You will drive program KPIs, revenue planning, and partnerships while overseeing talent development and exhibitions.

The role requires a track record of managing multidisciplinary teams, large-scale stakeholder engagement, and policy input in the arts sector. This is a senior leadership position based on-site in Dubai.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the specified fields.
• 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven track record leading multidisciplinary teams and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience shaping policy recommendations for a sector.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the sector strategy for performing arts, including objectives, KPIs, and programs.
• Run the department's annual operational plan and budget.
• Assess the performing arts ecosystem to spot gaps and needs.
• Shape sector policy and provide input into legislation.
• Build partnerships to deliver strategic initiatives.
• Design and manage funding programs, grants, and awards.
• Develop and promote local and international performing arts talent.
• Oversee exhibition planning, design, and documentation for the sector.
• Lead department budget consolidation and compliance.
• Manage and develop direct reports, set objectives, and review performance.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Multidisciplinary team leadership

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Performing Arts, Applied Arts, Business Administration, Project Management, or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Performing Arts Department Manager (Director level)

Sector: Arts, Design & Literature

Job Purpose

Build and lead Dubai's sector-wide strategy for the performing arts field. Identify gaps and opportunities by engaging external stakeholders, audiences, and creatives.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the sector strategy for performing arts, including objectives, KPIs, and programs
• Run the department's annual operational plan and budget
• Assess the performing arts ecosystem to spot gaps and needs
• Shape sector policy and provide input into legislation
• Build partnerships to deliver strategic initiatives
• Design and manage funding programs, grants, and awards
• Develop and promote local and international performing arts talent
• Oversee exhibition planning, design, and documentation for the sector
• Lead department budget consolidation and compliance
• Manage and develop direct reports, set objectives, and review performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Performing Arts, Applied Arts, Business Administration, Project Management, or equivalent
• 10+ years of relevant experience
• Track record managing multidisciplinary teams and large-scale stakeholder engagement
• Experience shaping policy recommendations for a sector