Exhibition & Planning Specialist

Michael Page; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Museum Exhibition and Planning Specialist to lead the design and delivery of engaging museum exhibitions. The ideal candidate is a UAE National with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 3 years of experience in exhibition planning. Responsibilities include managing exhibition logistics, collaborating with various stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with museum standards. This permanent role offers a supportive work environment and impactful project opportunities in the public sector.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on impactful projects

Supportive and professional working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years professional experience in museum exhibition planning or related areas.
• Strong project management skills, including budgeting and scheduling.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Understanding of museum standards for accessibility, conservation, and visitor experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the planning, development, and installation of museum exhibitions from concept to completion.
• Collaborate with curators, educators, conservators, and external partners to develop exhibition content and themes.
• Coordinate logistics for exhibition design, including layout, lighting, display cases, and multimedia components.
• Oversee the creation of interpretive materials such as labels, wall texts, catalogs, and digital content.
• Develop project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation plans for exhibition projects.

Skills

Exhibition Planning Specialist

Exhibition Planning

Planning Specialist

Museum Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Museum Studies, Art History, Exhibition Design, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Overview

The Museum Exhibition and Planning Specialist (UAE National) leads the planning, design, and delivery of engaging museum exhibitions, working closely with curators, educators, designers, and external partners to develop compelling content and visitor experiences. The role oversees exhibition logistics, budgets, installation, and compliance with museum standards to ensure exhibitions are educational, accessible, and aligned with the museum's mission.

Description

• Lead and manage the planning, development, and installation of museum exhibitions from concept to completion.
• Collaborate with curators, educators, conservators, and external partners to develop exhibition content and themes.
• Coordinate logistics for exhibition design, including layout, lighting, display cases, and multimedia components.
• Oversee the creation of interpretive materials such as labels, wall texts, catalogs, and digital content.
• Develop project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation plans for exhibition projects.
• Ensure compliance with museum standards for safety, accessibility, and conservation.
• Supervise installation teams and contractors during exhibition setup and takedown.
• Conduct post-exhibition evaluations and gather feedback for future improvement.
• Stay current with trends and best practices in exhibition design, museum education, and visitor engagement.
• Assist with grant writing and reporting for exhibition-related funding.

Profile

• A successful Exhibition & Planning Specialist (UAE National) should have:
• Bachelor\'s degree in Museum Studies, Art History, Exhibition Design, or related field; Master\'s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years professional experience in museum exhibition planning or related areas.
• Strong project management skills, including budgeting and scheduling.
• Proficiency in exhibition design software and digital tools (e.g., SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Understanding of museum standards for accessibility, conservation, and visitor experience.
• Creative problem-solving and organizational abilities.

Job Offer

Opportunity to work on impactful projects in the public sector. Supportive and professional working environment.

If you are a UAE National with a passion for exhibitions and planning in the construction sector, we encourage you to apply for this permanent role.

Skills

• Exhibition Planning Specialist
• Exhibition Planning
• Planning Specialist
• Museum Planning