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You will shape the cultural heartbeat of Ajman University, transforming the campus into a stage where fine arts, music, theatre, and performance flourish. Every exhibition, concert, and talent show you produce will nurture student creativity, celebrate cultural diversity, and build a vibrant community. Your leadership will expand arts programming beyond traditional boundaries, creating interdisciplinary collaborations and memorable events that align with the university’s strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive annual arts plan covering fine arts, music, theatre, performance, and other creative disciplines.
- Supervise and coordinate arts programs, workshops, exhibitions, performances, competitions, and cultural initiatives.
- Identify, mentor, and support student talents across multiple artistic domains, fostering growth and excellence.
- Coordinate major university events requiring artistic direction (e.g., AU Got Talent, cultural showcases, national celebrations, music concerts, Global Day performances).
- Establish partnerships with internal offices and external cultural organisations to enhance arts opportunities and resource sharing.
- Develop and assess student learning outcomes for arts programs, ensuring alignment with Institutional Learning Outcomes (ILOs).
- Monitor and manage arts‑related budgets, resources, and procurement processes in compliance with university policies.
- Ensure safety, risk management, and event regulations during rehearsals, performances, concerts, and exhibitions.
- Maintain accurate records of arts programs, participation data, evaluations, and impact reports.
- Promote arts initiatives through appropriate communication channels and ensure proper media coverage.
Requirements And Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Music, Fine Arts, Performing Arts, Arts Management, Cultural Studies, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of relevant experience in arts programming, cultural event management, or student engagement within an educational or cultural institution.
- Strong knowledge of fine arts, music, theatre, and performance arts programming, including event production and coordination.
- Program planning, implementation, and evaluation skills, with ability to develop short‑ and long‑term strategic arts initiatives.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (Arabic and English preferred).
- Budget management and resource planning skills, with attention to safety protocols and risk management.
- Leadership and mentoring ability to foster student talent and creativity, with strong organisational and time management skills.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends for rehearsals and events, and ability to lift or move equipment when needed.
What You’ll Gain
- Competitive tax‑free monthly salary of AED 12,000 – AED 16,000 (based on experience) plus housing allowance, comprehensive medical insurance, annual flight ticket, and end‑of‑service gratuity.
- Access to professional development in arts management and student engagement, with clear career progression to Director of Student Life roles.
- Opportunity to lead the cultural transformation of a leading UAE university, working directly with talented students, faculty, and external artists.