Job Description

Chief Officer – Visual Arts

Location: Dubai, UAE

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified professional to support the planning, coordination, and implementation of visual arts programs, projects, and initiatives. The role involves research, data analysis, performance monitoring, stakeholder coordination, and reporting to support the development of the visual arts sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of annual operational plans, programs, projects, and initiatives related to visual arts.
• Coordinate visual arts activities, exhibitions, conferences, seminars, and workshops, ensuring timely implementation.
• Conduct research, collect and analyze data, and prepare reports, statistics, and recommendations related to the visual arts sector.
• Monitor project progress, performance indicators (KPIs), targets, and deliverables.
• Identify challenges and development opportunities within the visual arts field and recommend suitable solutions.
• Coordinate with internal departments, government entities, private organizations, and external partners.
• Support local, regional, and international participation in visual arts events and initiatives.
• Assist in preparing proposals, presentations, correspondence, agreements, and partnership-related documentation.
• Contribute to reviewing industry trends, best practices, policies, and initiatives related to arts, design, and culture.
• Support the monitoring and evaluation of programs and initiatives to measure their outcomes and impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Applied Arts, Fine Arts, Business Administration, or an equivalent qualification from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience in research, data analysis, reporting, and project coordination.
• Good knowledge of project management, performance management, and stakeholder management.
• Familiarity with trends and best practices in the arts, design, and literature sector.
• Knowledge of funding and grant mechanisms within the arts sector.
• Understanding of policies, procedures, and initiatives related to the development of the arts sector.