Job Description

About BLR WORLD

BLR WORLD is an award-winning global talent company for the culture,
entertainment, and events sectors, enabling organisations to plan, staff, and operate unique permanent and temporary visitor experiences with 'Simply Brilliant People'.

About Al Shindagha Museum

Located in the iconic Dubai Creek area, within Al Shindagha's historical
neighbourhood, the Museum tells one of the world's most inspiring stories, one visitors experience literally, walking house to house through its pavilions across time. This is a museum like no other: wandering from history into the present day, wearing traditional jewellery, breathing in perfumes, even diving virtually for pearls. Dubai's culture and traditions are at its heart, where people discover the Emirate's fascinating heritage. Together with Dubai Culture, BLR WORLD is bringing this heritage to life for every generation, a living heart of the community as much as a destination for the world.

Position Details

Position Title: Educational Programming Coordinator
Department: Programming & Public Engagement
Reports To: Programs Development Manager
Location: Dubai, UAE
Contract Type: Full-Time (24-Month Fixed-Term Contract)
Contract Duration: 24 Months (August 2026 – July 2028)

About the role

BLR WORLD is hiring an Educational Programming Coordinator to support the planning, coordination, and delivery of educational programmes that inspire learning, foster cultural appreciation, and enhance visitor engagement at Al Shindagha Museum. Reporting to the Programs Development Manager, the Educational Programming Coordinator will ensure that all educational activities, workshops, guided learning experiences, school programmes, and curriculum-based initiatives are delivered to the highest standards and aligned with the entity's educational objectives.

The role is responsible for coordinating educational content, supporting programme development, preparing learning resources, liaising with facilitators and operational teams, and ensuring the successful delivery of educational experiences for schools, families, universities, community groups, and other audiences. Working closely with the Programs Development Manager, Training Manager, Schools & Groups Coordinator, and Operations Lead, the Educational Programming Coordinator will contribute to creating engaging, inclusive, and culturally authentic learning experiences that support lifelong learning and strengthen community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Educational Programme Coordination

• Coordinate the planning and delivery of educational programmes, workshops, guided learning experiences, school activities, and curriculum-based initiatives across the museum.
• Support the Programs Development Manager in implementing the annual educational programming calendar.
• Ensure educational activities are aligned with museum content, learning objectives, and Dubai Culture's educational strategy.
• Coordinate programme schedules, facilitator requirements, learning resources, and operational readiness.

Programme Development

• Assist in developing educational workshops, learning materials, facilitator guides, activity sheets, and supporting resources.
• Contribute to the creation of age-appropriate programmes for schools, families, universities, community groups, and lifelong learners.
• Support the development of new educational initiatives and workshops in response to visitor feedback and curriculum developments.
• Ensure programme content remains accurate, engaging, culturally authentic, and inclusive.

School & Educational Partnerships

• Collaborate with the Schools & Groups Coordinator to support educational bookings and programme scheduling.
• Liaise with schools, teachers, universities, and educational institutions to ensure successful programme delivery.
• Support the collection of feedback from educators and participants to continuously improve educational offerings.
• Maintain strong relationships with educational partners and stakeholders.

Programme Delivery Support

• Ensure facilitators have all required materials, resources, and operational information before programme delivery.
• Monitor programme delivery to ensure educational objectives, quality standards, and visitor expectations are achieved.
• Support facilitators during workshops, tours, and educational activities when required.
• Assist in coordinating educational activities during seasonal events, festivals, camps, and special museum programmes.

Visitor Learning & Engagement

• Promote engaging, interactive, and inclusive learning experiences for visitors of all ages and abilities.
• Support the development of educational activities that encourage active participation, curiosity, and cultural understanding.
• Ensure programmes accommodate diverse learning styles and accessibility requirements.
• Contribute to the continuous enhancement of the museum's educational visitor experience.

Resource & Administration

• Prepare and maintain programme schedules, attendance records, learning resources, and educational documentation.
• Monitor educational materials and coordinate replenishment of workshop supplies and resources.
• Maintain accurate records of programme participation, feedback, and educational outcomes.
• Support the administration of educational bookings and programme logistics.

Quality Assurance

• Monitor educational programme quality and ensure consistency across all learning activities.
• Collect participant and educator feedback and assist in evaluating programme effectiveness.
• Support the implementation of improvements based on visitor feedback, educational outcomes, and operational reviews.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures, health and safety requirements, and museum operational standards.

Reporting

Prepare and submit regular reports to the Programs Development Manager, including:

• Educational programme delivery summaries.

• School and educational group participation.

• Workshop attendance statistics.

• Visitor and educator feedback.

• Programme evaluation outcomes.

• Resource utilisation.

• Recommendations for programme improvements and future development.

Required Experience

• Minimum 3 years' experience in education, museum learning, public programming, visitor engagement, cultural institutions, or a related field.
• Experience coordinating educational programmes, workshops, or learning activities.

• Strong organisational and project coordination skills.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

• Experience working with schools, educators, children, families, or community groups.

• Strong administrative and reporting skills.

• Ability to manage multiple programmes simultaneously while maintaining high quality standards.

• Passion for education, heritage, and cultural engagement.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working within museums, heritage sites, cultural institutions, or visitor attractions.
• Knowledge of UAE education frameworks, heritage, and cultural programmes.

• Experience developing curriculum-linked educational activities.

• Familiarity with visitor learning methodologies and informal education.

• Additional language skills, particularly Arabic, are advantageous.

Required Education / Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Museum Studies, Heritage Management, Cultural Management, Arts, Tourism, or a related discipline.
• Professional qualifications in Education, Museum Learning, Programme Development, or Child Protection are desirable.

• First Aid and Safeguarding training are advantageous.

Location & Commitment

• Full-time position.

• 24-month fixed-term contract

• Working 5 days per week, with flexibility to support operational requirements, seasonal programming, public holidays, special events, and emergency operational needs.
• Regular presence across all Al Shindagha Museum pavilions and facilities.

• Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Why Join BLR WORLD

BLR WORLD delivers tailored operational management, visitor experience, and workforce solutions for some of the region's leading cultural institutions.As Educational Programming Coordinator, you will play a key role in shaping engaging learning experiences and supporting the successful delivery of educational programmes across Al Shindagha Museum. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate innovative workshops, curriculum-linked initiatives, guided learning experiences, and educational resources that inspire curiosity, foster cultural appreciation, and strengthen visitor and community engagement.This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the future of museum operations, heritage interpretation, and cultural engagement in the UAE.