Programme Leader - Western Music

Society for Music Theory; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading institution in the UAE seeks a Programme Leader for Western Music to manage and develop specialized music education. The role involves teaching, program management, and collaboration with stakeholders to promote the Academy's offerings. The ideal candidate will possess a doctorate in music and have substantial teaching experience in higher education.

Benefits

Accommodation

Private medical insurance

Residency visa for dependents

Qualifications

• Teaching experience in Higher Education/Conservatoire.
• Proven track record of artistic and/or scholarly activity in Western Music.

Responsibilities

• Management of the College’s programs and operational requirements.
• Leading a team of teaching and technical staff.
• Planning and executing student performances and cultural events.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational Skills

Education

Doctorate degree in Music

Job description

The Programme Leader – Western Music is responsible for the successful establishment, implementation, and continued development of specialised music education and training for the Western Music programme at the College of Music of Sharjah Performing Arts Academy.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Reporting directly to the Dean of the College of Music and working with them as part of the senior leadership team, Program Leaders shall execute the following tasks and responsibilities:

1. Management of and participation in the development of the College’s programs and their operational requirements, including recruitment of specialist staff in consultation with the Dean of the College of Music.
2. Leading a team of teaching and technical staff and ensuring that the programs are taught effectively.
3. Teaching at the undergraduate level in at least two of the following areas: Music Theory and Musicianship, Musicology (History of Western Music, Ethnomusicology), Performance (open specialization).
4. Contributing to the Academy’s artistic and research output by delivering projects within and outside the Academy, such as performances, recordings, research papers, books, or other relevant projects.
5. Planning, directing, and executing student performances, workshops, and cultural events within the Academy.
6. Working with the Dean on the recruitment and interviewing of candidates for the Academy’s programs.
7. Working with the Deputy Director and Quality Assurance Department to ensure all required documentation for program accreditations is complete and meets accreditation standards.
8. Developing relationships and partnerships with performing arts stakeholders in Sharjah, the UAE, the MENA region, and internationally to promote the role of the Academy and its programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctorate degree in Music (Music Theory, Musicology, Performance, or other related discipline).
• Teaching experience in Higher Education/Conservatoire and programme management.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven track record of artistic and/or scholarly activity in Western Music.
• Experience in teaching and training in Higher Education with familiarity with the UAE, UK, US higher education and current developments.
• A wider understanding of professional industry practice & knowledge.
• Higher education fellowship or equivalent teaching qualification.

SALARY

Salaries in the UAE are tax-free and disbursed monthly in United Arab Emirates dirhams. Faculty members receive a competitive benefits package that includes: accommodation, private medical insurance, and a residency visa, which extends to cover dependents.

ABOUT SPAA

Sharjah Performing Arts Academy (SPAA) is an independent Academy established by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah, to address a growing demand in the UAE and MENA region for formal education and quality professional training in the performing arts sector. SPAA is the only performing arts conservatoire in the Middle East and North Africa region, offering undergraduate and graduate degree programmes taught in English. The purpose-built Academy includes a 432-seat theatre, two fully equipped studio performance spaces, TV/recording studios, twelve sprung rehearsal studios, 12 singing tutorial spaces, resource library, gymnasium, and cafe.