The posting
Black Pearl Consult is hiring for an Education and Outreach Manager in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This opportunity suits a professional with expertise in arts education and community engagement to shape year-round cultural programmes and major events. The role focuses on expanding access to the arts and increasing participation among children, young people, students, emerging and national artists, and the wider community across the UAE. Key Responsibilities/Duties: Education & Community Outreach Strategy Develop and implement business plans, strategic objectives, and budgets for education and community outreach initiatives across the UAE. Conduct market research and identify funding, sponsorship, and partnership opportunities. Establish measurable goals to ensure program growth, sustainability, and impact. Artistic Programming & Community Engagement Collaborate with the Programming team to integrate educational activities into artistic events and performances. Develop and coordinate workshops, masterclasses, pre-show talks, and interactive experiences with artists and performers. Ensure programs engage diverse audiences and respond to the needs of local communities. Program Development & Delivery Lead the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of education and community outreach programs. Oversee program objectives, resources, budgets, timelines, and event delivery. Build strong relationships with schools, universities, cultural institutions, and community groups across the UAE. Partnerships & Stakeholder Management Identify and develop strategic partnerships with local organisations, educational institutions, and community stakeholders. Maintain strong relationships with partners and external stakeholders to expand program reach and impact. Coordinate partnership agreements and collaborate with relevant internal departments. Performance Monitoring & Reporting Establish KPIs and evaluate program performance, outcomes, and community impact. Gather feedback from participants and partners to identify improvement opportunities. Prepare regular reports and advise executive management on program progress and results. Department & Team Management Oversee the Education and Community Outreach Department's operations, resources, and objectives. Supervise staff, conduct performance appraisals, and identify training and development needs. Develop and maintain departmental policies, procedures, and efficient working practices. Cross-Departmental Coordination & Innovation Work closely with Marketing & Communications, Programming, Legal, and other departments to ensure effective program delivery. Oversee administrative and logistical requirements, including contracts, transportation, accommodation, and event support. Monitor trends and best practices in arts education and community engagement, introducing innovative approaches to improve accessibility and effectiveness. Requirements · Minimum of Bachelor’s degree related to Arts, Education or Events · A minimum of 8 years relevant experience in Arts Education or Community outreach in a public or private organization/foundation, with a genuine passion for arts education and community outreach. · Being fluent in English and having a knowledge of Arabic would be a plus. · Willing to work long working hours, when needed. To view other vacancies we have, please check our website (www.blackpearlconsult.com) and follow us on our social media accounts - LinkedIn / Instagram Follow the Black Pearl channel on WhatsApp. Disclaimer: Black Pearl will never ask for money or any form of charge our candidates just to process or consider their application for any of our available vacancies. If you happen to receive such a request from any members of our staff or other individuals claiming to be part of Black Pearl, please do call our office at +9712 622 55 03 or drop us a message on our website - www.blackpearlconsult.com.
