Senior Manager, Arts Education & Community Impact

Black Pearl; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Pearl Consult in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Senior Manager – Education & Community Engagement to lead strategic development and delivery of educational and community programmes within the arts and culture sector. The role focuses on building impactful partnerships, managing programmes and budgets, and delivering sustainable initiatives aligned with national cultural and educational objectives.

This position requires strong leadership and a track record in arts education and cultural

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.

Job description

Black Pearl Consult in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Senior Manager – Education & Community Engagement to lead strategic development and delivery of educational and community programmes within the arts and culture sector. The role focuses on building impactful partnerships, managing programmes and budgets, and delivering sustainable initiatives aligned with national cultural and educational objectives.

This position requires strong leadership and a track record in arts education and cultural