Senior Education Manager

Black Pearl Consult; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a strategic leader to develop and implement educational and community programs. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in arts education and cultural management, with a focus on innovative approaches and strategic partnerships. This position requires strong leadership skills and proven financial management abilities. Candidates currently residing in the UAE are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Arts, Education, Cultural Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in leadership roles within arts education, cultural management, or community engagement.
• Successful implementation of the strategic plan with measurable outcomes.
• Effective financial management and resource optimization.
• Strategic planning and policy integration.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management.
• Proven financial and operational management skills.
• Experience in developing cross-sector collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the department’s strategic plan for education and community programs.
• Establish clear objectives, KPIs, and milestones to measure progress.
• Introduce innovative approaches to arts and cultural education.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with educational institutions.
• Strengthen the organization’s presence in regional and international networks.
• Collaborate closely with internal departments to enhance outreach.
• Oversee the department’s budget, ensuring cost-effective program delivery.
• Monitor program performance through data-driven insights and feedback.
• Lead and mentor the Education and Community Outreach team.
• Ensure all programs comply with national education and cultural policies.

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the department’s strategic plan for education and community programs in line with the organization’s long-term vision.
• Establish clear objectives, KPIs, and milestones to measure progress and impact.
• Introduce innovative approaches to arts and cultural education, integrating digital learning and international best practices.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with educational institutions, cultural organizations, and government entities.
• Strengthen the organization’s presence in regional and international networks, fostering cross-sector collaborations.
• Collaborate closely with internal departments such as Programming, Cultural Affairs, and Marketing to enhance outreach and visibility.
• Oversee the department’s budget, ensuring cost-effective program delivery and financial accountability.
• Collaborate with the Finance team on forecasting, expenditure tracking, and resource allocation.
• Ensure that all financial planning supports long-term departmental goals and sustainability.
• Supervise the planning, execution, and evaluation of education and community initiatives.
• Monitor program performance through data-driven insights and stakeholder feedback.
• Ensure continuous improvement through regular review and refinement of strategies.
• Lead and mentor the Education and Community Outreach team to achieve excellence and innovation.
• Establish performance frameworks and support professional development for team members.
• Promote collaboration, creativity, and operational efficiency across the department.
• Ensure all programs comply with national education and cultural policies.
• Maintain transparency, accountability, and institutional integrity across all initiatives.
• Coordinate with legal and finance teams to ensure compliance with regulations and contracts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Arts, Education, Cultural Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in leadership roles within arts education, cultural management, or community engagement.
• Successful implementation of the strategic plan with measurable outcomes.
• Effective financial management and resource optimization.
• Strategic planning and policy integration.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management.
• Proven financial and operational management skills.
• Experience in developing cross-sector collaborations.

Only candidates currently residing in the UAE will be considered for this role.

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