Senior Education Manager

Black Pearl; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious organization in the arts and culture sector in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Education Manager to drive strategic growth and execution of educational and community programs. This role requires managing partnerships, budgets, and ensuring alignment with national education objectives. The ideal candidate will implement innovative approaches and enhance collaboration across departments, contributing to long-term sustainability of initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the department’s strategic plan for education and community programs.
• Establish clear objectives, KPIs, and milestones to measure progress and impact.
• Introduce innovative approaches to arts and cultural education.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with educational institutions and cultural organizations.
• Monitor program performance through data-driven insights and stakeholder feedback.

Job description

Our client, a prestigious organization in the arts and culture sector, is seeking a Senior Education Manager who will be responsible for driving the strategic growth, planning, and execution of educational and community engagement programs. The role ensures that all initiatives align with national education and cultural objectives, as well as international best practices in arts education, cultural development, and creative learning. The position involves managing programs, partnerships, and budgets to ensure measurable impact and long-term sustainability.

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.